Fits Cargo has partnered with e-booking solution and interline platform WebCargo by Freightos, as the airline looks to ignite its sales through digital channels. The Sri Lanka-based carrier has started offering capacity on WebCargo’s platform on popular lanes, including Chennai–Colombo, Colombo–Dubai and India, and selected destinations. Fits Cargo combines its own physical airline operation as well as interline agreements with over 160 airlines, and the collaboration allows it to extend … [Read more...] about Fits Cargo joins WebCargo by Freightos
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ECS Group enhances mail-parcel solution for airlines
ECS Group is offering a scalable solution for airlines looking to tap the revenue opportunities in transporting mail and e-commerce parcels. The new solution covers two service levels, as Adrien Thominet, executive chairman of ECS Group, pointed out: “We offer a fully functional and highly experienced interface on two essential levels: Commercial and System. Commercial ensures that parcel flows are matched with regular, available cargo capacity. System and consultancy refer to set-up … [Read more...] about ECS Group enhances mail-parcel solution for airlines
ECS Group wins Thai VietJet cargo contract in Asia
Low-cost carrier Thai VietJet Air has awarded the tender of its cargo operations to ECS Group with a signed master GSSA agreement with subsidiary AVS GSA Thailand, on 01 February 2024. ECS Group said it aims to increase revenue and cargo volumes for the airline, which operates flights across Thailand and Asia. Thai VietJet Air currently operates a fleet of 18 A320-200 and A321-200 aircraft, focusing primarily on transporting general cargo and perishables. Destinations include … [Read more...] about ECS Group wins Thai VietJet cargo contract in Asia
ACE 2023 in Abu Dhabi starts next week
The ACE 2023 networking and conference event is set to happen next week at the W Hotel Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, on 4-6 December. The 3-day event will gather thought leaders from across the air cargo industry to discuss the challenges and opportunities in time-critical logistics. Panel discussions during the conference, sponsored by online marketplace Airblox, will address the evolving role of GSSAs, as well as digital booking, and e-commerce logistics ecosystems. Speakers at the … [Read more...] about ACE 2023 in Abu Dhabi starts next week
Wexco to represent DHL Aviation in Oceania
DHL Aviation has tapped ECS Group subsidiaries Wexco Group and Wexco NZ to provide GSSA services in Australia and New Zealand starting 1 December 2023. The four-year contracts were finalised in end-September, which will see Wexco sell the capacity on board 45 weekly flights, with 550 tonnes of capacity to be filled each week. DHL operates 26 flights from Australia and 19 flights from New Zealand transporting perishable commodities alongside regular horse shipments “The … [Read more...] about Wexco to represent DHL Aviation in Oceania
Royal Brunei taps Globe Air Cargo to turn up Chinese ops
Royal Brunei Airlines is looking to enhance its air cargo operations in China with added belly capacity on Chinese routes, as it got long-time partner Globe Air Cargo to represent as general sales agent. Globe Air Cargo China has been under contract since 1 July to sell capacity on flights coming in and out of China with a projection of around 100 tonnes by year-end. Royal Brunei Airlines operates three weekly flights from Beijing Airport (PKX) and one weekly flight from … [Read more...] about Royal Brunei taps Globe Air Cargo to turn up Chinese ops