Asean or the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the EU have successfully concluded negotiations last week on the world’s first region-to-region aviation agreement in the form of the Asean-EU Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement (AE CATA). The AE CATA will enhance air connectivity between Asean and Europe and support economic development in both regions. In addition, the agreement provides for cooperation in aviation safety, air traffic management, consumer protection, and … [Read more...] about Asean, EU seal region-to-region aviation agreement
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HAFFA elects Jet-Speed’s Gary Lau as new chairman
The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics Limited (HAFFA) last week elected Gary Lau of Jet-Speed Air Cargo Forwarders (HK) Limited as chairman for a two-year term at its annual general meeting, held on 27 April. HAFFA said it has been an ‘extraordinarily busy' year for what has been an unprecedented time: "When COVID-19 vaccines became available at the end of 2020, the group immediately called on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAD) to prioritise the facilitation of … [Read more...] about HAFFA elects Jet-Speed’s Gary Lau as new chairman
Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’
Cargo iQ, a nonprofit interest group backed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), has announced a renewed focus on expanding its reach and coverage and piloting projects this year, as part of its efforts to provide full visibility for the air cargo supply chain. This initiative, announced during its recent annual general meeting, is part of its mission to measure 100 percent of shipments along its ‘master operating plan’ (MOP), including introducing trucking milestones, to … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ to members: ‘Create and they will follow’
Willie Walsh takes the helm as IATA chief
Press Release The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Willie Walsh has officially taken on the role of Director General of the organization. He succeeds Alexandre de Juniac. “I am passionate about our industry and about the critical work that IATA does on behalf of its members, never more so than during the COVID-19 crisis. IATA has been at the forefront of efforts to restart global connectivity, including developing the IATA Travel Pass. Less visible but of equal … [Read more...] about Willie Walsh takes the helm as IATA chief
ACI Asia-Pacific welcomes new board directors and airports
Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific welcomed three new airport members and five new directors on its board at its 16th regional assembly last 31 March. Air hubs from Australia, New Zealand and Saudi Arabia have joined the trade association, whose membership now stands at 120, operating 606 airports in 49 countries and territories. The new directors joining ACI’s regional board include Nicolas Claude, Airport International Group, Jordan; Jerry Dann, Taoyuan International Airport … [Read more...] about ACI Asia-Pacific welcomes new board directors and airports
TIACA bolsters Board with four new appointments
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has added four new members on its board of directors, broadening the industry expertise of the current Board. Following a year of internal re-organization and the changing of governance structure, Liana Coyne of Coyne Airways, Bob Chi of SATS Ltd, Manel Galindo of WebCargo, and Hendrik Leyssens of Swissport will join the board to fill roles that have been underrepresented in the past. “Each new Board member has been vetted by the Executive … [Read more...] about TIACA bolsters Board with four new appointments