Lufthansa Cargo flies freight to around 300 target destinations in 100 countries and therefore offers one of the best networks in the field of air cargo. The carrier from Frankfurt is once again making further improvements to this strong network, consisting of cargo connections and the freight capacity of Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and Eurowings long-haul passenger flights. Further destinations will be added in the coming months via Eurowings belly capacity on longhaul flights. … [Read more...] about Airline partnerships extended as Lufthansa enhance network
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Charity War Child helps children in Yemen
Children in war-torn Yemen are receiving life-saving support from War Child UK, the charity for children affected by conflict, with help from customers of Coyne Airways and Air Charter Service (ACS). The money raised goes towards the charity’s vital work. War Child has recently set up operations in Yemen to provide some of the most vulnerable households with food vouchers. “The funds contributed by Coyne Airways and ACS are based on Coyne’s idea of a Structured Donation Plan (SDP), … [Read more...] about Charity War Child helps children in Yemen
WWG consolidators recognised with top customer award
The WACO System, an exclusive global freight network for independent freight forwarders, appointed WWGC as its member for Pakistan in October 2016. “This achievement reflects the company’s firm stance in the local market, and ensures that WACO members know that they are dealing with a reputable network partner in Pakistan,” said Hassan Madni, Director of Corporate Business Development, WWGC. The accolade comes after a long and rigorous assessment process by IAG Cargo, … [Read more...] about WWG consolidators recognised with top customer award
Volga-Dnepr delivers 11 generators to Madagascar
On-board a series of six An-124-100 freighter flights, Volga-Dnepr delivered 11 generators to Antananarivo, the capital city of Madagascar. The flights were completed over a 14-day period from the island of Mauritius on behalf of Kupa Proje Tasimacilik Ve Lojistik, a Turkish freight forwarder. The delivery of the generators will boost the capacity of the existing power plant in Antananarivo to 120 MW. The project is being implemented by the Turkish company Aksa Energy, one of … [Read more...] about Volga-Dnepr delivers 11 generators to Madagascar
Emirates SkyCargo operates special service for transportation of Jaguar Land Rover
The freighter service, which departed Birmingham Airport on its way to Chicago O'Hare International in the USA, is part of Emirates SkyCargo’s specialised offering, Emirates SkyWheels - air transportation solutions for high value automobiles. The service offers the safe transportation of luxury, premium vehicles. Air-freighting the cars directly from Birmingham, the location of Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull facility, to Chicago, also results in reduced handling of cars as there will no longer be … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo operates special service for transportation of Jaguar Land Rover
Hainan Airlines adopt Honeywell GoDirect maintenance service
Hainan Airlines will be the first airline in the world to use Honeywell’s groundbreaking GoDirect Maintenance Service program, which uses connectivity and data analytics to improve maintenance operations and reduce equipment downtime. Specifically, HNA’s current fleet of more than 50 Airbus A330s will be outfitted with Honeywell’s Connected Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) predictive maintenance service to improve fleet availability by identifying potential mechanical issues or failures … [Read more...] about Hainan Airlines adopt Honeywell GoDirect maintenance service