Brussels Airport wrapped up 2015 with a year of strong growth on both the passenger side (up 7.0 per cent) and cargo with a full 7.8 per cent growth over the previous year thanks to the full freighter and express segments. The growth in freight was an "exceptionally strong result in comparison with other European airports where freight transport has grown only slightly or even decreased,” the airport noted. Belly cargo remained stable in comparison with 2014, but the express services and … [Read more...] about Brussels enjoys robust 7.8% cargo growth in 2015
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Airbus delivers record aircraft in 2015, breaks even on A380
Airbus has exceeded its targets for 2015, achieving a new record of 635 aircraft deliveries for 85 customers of which 10 are new. These deliveries comprise: 491 A320 Family aircraft; 103 A330s; 27 A380s; and 14 A350 XWBs. This production achievement means that Airbus’ aircraft deliveries in 2015 were up for the 13th year in a row, surpassing the previous year-end delivery record of 629 aircraft – set in 2014. Airbus also achieved 1,036 net orders from 53 customers (of which eight are new), … [Read more...] about Airbus delivers record aircraft in 2015, breaks even on A380
101 new members for FIATA
The International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) attracted 101 new members - a record number - in December 2015, 62 of which came from Argentina. "We are so happy to be welcoming these new members and thank them for joining from all corners of the globe,” said the FIATA secretariat in a statement. FIATA treasurer Jean-Claude Delen, from Belgium, echoed the secretariat’s enthusiasm by saying: “I am not surprised that so many members want to join FIATA. For many years … [Read more...] about 101 new members for FIATA
Emirates upscales its Zambia, Zimbabwe route to B777-300ER
Emirates is set to increase capacity on its Zambia and Zimbabwe route with the deployment of a larger B777-300ER aircraft from 1 February 2016, replacing the current Airbus A340-300. Businesses and traders will benefit from the aircraft’s larger belly-hold to carry cargo, offering 23 tonnes of capacity per flight to support the two countries’ exports such as vegetables and flowers, and imports ranging from pharmaceuticals to mining equipment. The move is aimed at "meeting growing demand on … [Read more...] about Emirates upscales its Zambia, Zimbabwe route to B777-300ER
ANA to take 8.8% stake in Vietnam Airlines
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has signed a memorandum of understanding to buy an 8.8 per cent stake in Vietnam Airlines for VND2.4 billion (US$108 million). The move is part of ANA’s strategy of investing in the fast-growing Southeast Asian aviation sector, which in 2013 saw the Japanese carrier take a 49 per cent share in Myanmar’s Asian Wings Airways, which was subsequently cancelled. It has also teamed up with Thailand’s Nok Air to open a pilot training school in Bangkok. “Asia is a key … [Read more...] about ANA to take 8.8% stake in Vietnam Airlines
Kerry Logistics wins inland port concessions in Myanmar
Kerry Logistics Network Limited has announced that its subsidiary, KLN (Singapore) Pte Ltd, has been awarded concession to operate inland ports in Yangon and Mandalay, two major commercial cities in Myanmar. In a bid to seize new opportunities for cross-border trade upon entering the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Community, the government of Myanmar has committed to developing the railway transportation potential and promote mass cargo transportation in the … [Read more...] about Kerry Logistics wins inland port concessions in Myanmar
