Cargo terminals are no longer simply the physical endpoint of an airfreight journey. As airlines streamline networks and concentrate operations around fewer, high-intensity hubs, terminals increasingly influence reliability, connectivity, and overall network performance. “Air Cargo terminals are playing an important and ever-increasing global role in consolidating and distributing airfreight via their network independent hubs,” says Björn Ussat, Director Air Cargo at Lödige Industries. … [Read more...] about From handling to intelligence: Why cargo terminals now shape airline network performance
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Cathay Cargo’s equine edge: Where live animal logistics meets network optimisation
Live animal transport is often described as a niche within air cargo, but for carriers willing to invest in specialised capability, it has become a revealing test of how well a network truly performs under pressure. For Cathay Cargo, equine movements in particular have evolved into a strategic proving ground—one where commercial planning, infrastructure, and flight operations must align seamlessly to deliver outcomes with little margin for error. “We’ve seen strong momentum in this … [Read more...] about Cathay Cargo’s equine edge: Where live animal logistics meets network optimisation
Turkish Cargo: Building a hub-led global cargo network for resilience and growth
When Turkish Cargo was named Overall Carrier of the Year – Global at the 12th Payload Asia Awards, the recognition was not simply a reflection of scale. It was an endorsement of the execution of an air cargo operator that has expanded rapidly, yet continues delivering reliability at scale in an increasingly complex global cargo landscape. “Being named Global Carrier of the Year reflects where Turkish Cargo stands today in the global air cargo industry,” says Ali Türk, Chief Cargo Officer … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo: Building a hub-led global cargo network for resilience and growth
Skyworks Solutions: Why collaboration, not cost, defines a shipper of choice
When Skyworks Solutions was named Shipper of Choice – Collaboration at the 12th Payload Asia Awards, the recognition reflected more than strong ties across the air cargo value chain. It underscored how a global technology manufacturer has deliberately engineered its air freight strategy around reliability, transparency, and long-term partnerships—principles increasingly reshaping shipper expectations amid ongoing volatility. For Barakathulla Buhari, Country Manager and Senior Director of … [Read more...] about Skyworks Solutions: Why collaboration, not cost, defines a shipper of choice
JD Logistics expands bulky delivery solutions in Southeast Asia
With Southeast Asia’s e-commerce market projected to reach US$410 billion by 2030, logistics providers are racing to build more agile, integrated, and technology-driven fulfilment networks. For JD Logistics, one of Asia’s leading supply chain and technology-driven logistics companies, the region’s rapid growth presents a timely opportunity to introduce new capabilities—starting with its expansion into bulky-item logistics in Malaysia and Singapore. According to Raymond, Country Manager of JD … [Read more...] about JD Logistics expands bulky delivery solutions in Southeast Asia
Reimagining the hub: How SATS is building the cargo terminal of the future
As global trade accelerates and air cargo networks grow more complex, SATS is redefining what next-generation hub operations should look like. Through a blend of automation, orchestration, digital intelligence, and workforce transformation, the ground handler is shaping a cargo environment designed for scale, resilience, and service excellence—anchoring Singapore’s position as a world-leading logistics and aviation hub. According to Henry Low, CEO of SATS Singapore Hub, the catalyst … [Read more...] about Reimagining the hub: How SATS is building the cargo terminal of the future
