Ethiopian Airlines has placed a firm order for six Airbus A350-900 aircraft, further strengthening its position as the largest A350 customer in Africa. This agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow by Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.“We are delighted to expand our Airbus fleet size with this order and strengthen our partnership with Airbus. As the continent’s leading airline and the largest operator … [Read more...] about Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its position as Africa’s largest A350 operator with order for six additional A350-900s
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Etihad Airways grows its Airbus widebody fleet becoming a new A330neo customer, adding A350-1000 and A350F aircraft
Etihad Airways has announced a significant expansion of its Airbus widebody fleet by placing a firm order for six A330-900s, becoming the latest A330neo customer. In addition, the airline has disclosed an order for seven additional A350-1000s (increasing its total for the type to 27) and three A350F (bringing the airline’s A350F commitment to 10 aircraft). The agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow, where Etihad Airways also announced the commitment of nine A330-900s on lease from … [Read more...] about Etihad Airways grows its Airbus widebody fleet becoming a new A330neo customer, adding A350-1000 and A350F aircraft
IAG Cargo welcomes MASkargo operations at London Heathrow hub
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has expanded its global offering through a partnership to handle MASkargo’s operations at its London Heathrow hub. In a collaboration that strengthens the company’s position as a trusted partner for global carriers, IAG Cargo will become the ground handling agent for MASkargo. MASkargo is the cargo division of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) that specialises in providing comprehensive air cargo solutions. MASkargo offers a wide … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo welcomes MASkargo operations at London Heathrow hub
Capacity agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and ITA Airways takes off from Rome
With the start of the winter flight schedule on 26 October 2025, the cooperation between Lufthansa Cargo and ITA Airways was further expanded: Cargo shipments are now also being transported under Lufthansa Cargo's own AWB number 020 on flights originating in Rome-Fiumicino Airport. Within the last two weeks, more than 1,000 tons of freight have already been transported in the cargo hold of ITA Airways passenger aircraft. The cooperation between the two companies, which began in June on flights … [Read more...] about Capacity agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and ITA Airways takes off from Rome
Korean Air expands direct system connection for cargo customers
Korean Air has launched a new Application Programming Interface (API)-based solution that enables direct integration between its cargo system and its customers' in-house systems. This initiative is part of the airline's response to rapid e-commerce growth and the increasing market demand for greater logistics transparency and efficiency. The new API solution allows for the real-time exchange of data. This integration enables customers to perform key tasks such as checking schedules, viewing … [Read more...] about Korean Air expands direct system connection for cargo customers
Emirates SkyCargo upgrades road fleet with Euro 6 trucks
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has upgraded its on-road fleet of trucks with the latest-generation Euro 6 models from MAN Trucks, in collaboration with Allied Transport Company. Emirates SkyCargo is the first adopter of the long-haul, heavy commercial Euro 6 vehicles in the region, introducing the most advanced truck technology into its ground operations with 40 vehicles. The engine in the Euro 6 trucks meets the most stringent emissions … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo upgrades road fleet with Euro 6 trucks
