Neutral Air Partner is delighted to announce that NeX eCommerce has been appointed as the thematic chapter Rapporteurs for e-Commerce within the Consultative Committee (CC) of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). This prestigious appointment marks a significant milestone for NeX and is a fantastic opportunity for collaboration that will benefit all our members immensely. As Rapporteurs, NeX eCommerce will play a crucial role in helping postal operators grow their businesses and strategically … [Read more...] about NeX appointed as Thematic Chapter Rapporteurs for e-commerce within the Universal Postal Union
Regulators
WFS gains ground safety accreditation at Heathrow
Worldwide Flight Services, a member of the SATS Group, has been awarded the IATA Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) accreditation for its cargo handling operations at London Heathrow Airport. The accreditation, which will be valid for 2 years, was received following an independent audit of the company’s operational management and control systems in accordance with the best standards and practices for ground safety. The audit evaluated both documented and … [Read more...] about WFS gains ground safety accreditation at Heathrow
IATA, ICAO eye aligned global standards for dangerous goods
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have solidified their cooperation to ensure the safe carriage of dangerous goods by air. The two organisations forged an agreement at the IATA executive offices in Geneva during a recent 3-day ICAO visit in the Swiss capital, which was graced by secretary-general Juan Carlos Salazar. Since 1956, IATA has been on top of issuing guidance and consistently updating global standards on … [Read more...] about IATA, ICAO eye aligned global standards for dangerous goods
ANA Cargo introduces DG AutoCheck in Tokyo, Osaka
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has taken the next step in digitalising its operations to make air cargo transport more secure and reliable as it became the first airline in Asia to implement DG AutoCheck Connect API, the newest feature of IATA's DG AutoCheck. The newly launched API will automate the transfer of data from DG AutoCheck into its international cargo system. DG AutoCheck is an electronic verification system for dangerous goods declarations based on IATA regulations, enabling the … [Read more...] about ANA Cargo introduces DG AutoCheck in Tokyo, Osaka
Singapore floats aviation sustainability plan for ASEAN
From 2 to 6 October 2023, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore hosted the 48th ATWG meeting, which ended Singapore’s two-year chairmanship in the ASEAN Air Transport Working Group. Under Singapore’s chairmanship, the regional bloc has elevated sustainable aviation as a new area of priority, and during the meeting, members states have agreed to adopt a 10-year action plan called ASAAP, which is expected to drive sustainable aviation growth in the ASEAN … [Read more...] about Singapore floats aviation sustainability plan for ASEAN
AfA gains new European airline member in Icelandair
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has welcomed new airline member Icelandair Cargo to its 200-strong member base, as the association focuses on extending its membership to include Europe-based companies with a US office. The move comes as the carrier embarks on the strategic expansion of its cargo network in the US, adding dedicated freighters to multiple cities in North America as of September, from Liege, in Belgium, via Keflavik. “As Icelandair Cargo enters the airfreight market in … [Read more...] about AfA gains new European airline member in Icelandair
