Asia Airfreight Terminal Co. Ltd. (AAT) successfully obtained the CEIV Pharma Certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in late April this year. Receiving the accreditation goes a long way in demonstrating AAT’s commitment to preserving the cold chain during the air transportation of pharmaceutical products, and delivering excellent service quality in the handling of special cargo to their customers. The certification helps the industry establish a … [Read more...] about AAT Obtains IATA CEIV Pharma Certification
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
Hactl wins innovation award
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – the major independent cargo handler at Hong Kong International Airport – has won the Innovation Award at this year’s Cargo Airline of the Year awards. Hactl’s winning submission focused on its ground-breaking recent switch to mobile computing throughout its giant terminal and ramp operations, which employ 2,400 staff. Its enhanced “COSAC-Mobile” apps suite now enables staff to input information, and receive updates and … [Read more...] about Hactl wins innovation award
Hong Kong Air Cargo takes off toward global vision
Hong Kong Air Cargo held a grand opening ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong on April 26th, 2017, hosting more than 400 distinguished guests. Hong Kong Air Cargo Chief Executive Officer Mr Zhong Guosong said, “We have, at last, officially obtained the Air Operator’s Certificate from the Civil Aviation Department and the Licence from the Air Transport Licensing Authority. This is the first Air Operator’s Certificate issued in Hong Kong in 12 years, and we are proud and excited … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Air Cargo takes off toward global vision
American Airlines Cargo continues to break records at London Heathrow
As the cargo industry continues to grow, American Airlines Cargo also continues to set new records. On the first week of March 2017, its London Heathrow (LHR) team broke its fourth daily record since August of 2016. On 3 March 2017, the team moved nearly 1.1 million pounds (489,849 kgs.) of freight into and out of LHR, a new record for a single day's throughput. American transported an impressive 600,000-plus pounds (276,672 kgs.) of cargo from the UK to the U.S., … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo continues to break records at London Heathrow
LUG realigns management
LUG aircargo handling GmbH has realigned her management team to strengthen her competitiveness and her responsiveness to the ever growing, new challenges in the air cargo business. Wolfgang Voigt, currently operations manager, takes over the newly created department of strategic product development. LUG thus prepares the way for a dynamic, future-oriented expansion of her service portfolio. “Our aim is to strengthen our innovation power so that we can maintain our … [Read more...] about LUG realigns management
T’way Air appoints Asia Airfreight Terminal as cargo ground handling agent in Hong Kong
Asia Airfreight Terminal (AAT) is pleased to announce that they have been appointed by T’way Air as their cargo ground handling agent in Hong Kong. T’way Air has commenced three weekly passenger services between Hong Kong and Daegu South Korea using B737-800 aircraft since 13 December 2016. It is the first carrier to offer direct flights between these two cities, which will further enhance the network connectivity of Hong Kong International Airport. Daegu is the fourth largest city … [Read more...] about T’way Air appoints Asia Airfreight Terminal as cargo ground handling agent in Hong Kong