Vienna Airport has once again confirmed its high handling quality and for 2023 the air hub got a boost from a record year for pharma shipments, which contributed 3,675 tonnes, 0.3 percent better than the previous year. Overall, air cargo handling at Vienna Airport remained stable in 2023 with more than 172,000 tonnes handled for transport by cargo or passenger aircraft, two percent more compared to 2022. Belly capacity took most of the slack as freighters saw declines of … [Read more...] about Belly space keeps Vienna Airport freight in a balance for 2023
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Wholesale By Vels introduces next-level platform CargoPilot
Amsterdam-based consolidator Wholesale By Vels (WBV) recently launched a unique members-only booking platform at Schiphol Airport, which is expected to take airfreight wholesaling to a new level. The new platform, called CargoPilot, took 2 years to develop and differs from existing online booking portals in two important aspects: first, it is squarely targeted at non-IATA freight agents, using WBV’s own IATA licence and CASS membership. This means users have direct access to attractive … [Read more...] about Wholesale By Vels introduces next-level platform CargoPilot
Airbus ‘comes full circle’ in China with first ALCS
Airbus is working with partners to promote a circular economy in the aviation industry as it started operations at its first service centre dedicated to the entire lifecycle of an aircraft in China’s Chengdu province. The Airbus Lifecycle Services Centre (ALSC) will offer solutions to manage the entire lifecycle of an aircraft as a ‘one-stop’ shop. This includes the full range of activities from aircraft parking and storage to maintenance, such as upgrades, conversions, … [Read more...] about Airbus ‘comes full circle’ in China with first ALCS
KLN adds lift to Asia-Europe cargo with multimodal-air option
Kerry Logistics Network is offering alternate multimodal options for freight between Asia and Europe amidst challenging times for sea shipments between the two regions, on the back of disruptions along main transit routes. The company said its sea-air and road-air freight services across Eurasia have recently garnered increased interest, demonstrating reduced transit times and cost-effective options. Shipments from Chinese seaports can be transported via the … [Read more...] about KLN adds lift to Asia-Europe cargo with multimodal-air option
JD.com partners with parcel company Evri in the UK
JD.com is supporting the growth of British businesses in the Chinese market as it partnered with parcel delivery company Evri to combine their expertise and resources in e-commerce and logistics. The partnership will bring together JD.com’s advanced e-commerce capabilities with Evri’s extensive delivery network across Europe. The services will include local pickup, warehousing, international transportation, access to Chinese bonded warehouses, customs clearance, and comprehensive … [Read more...] about JD.com partners with parcel company Evri in the UK
SATS to handle cargo for Hainan Airlines in Saudi Arabia
Hainan Airlines has awarded a contract to SATS Ltd. for cargo handling services in Saudi Arabia. Hainan Airlines operates three Airbus passenger flights a week to Riyadh and Jeddah, and the new handling contract earmarks over 2,400 tonnes of import, export, and transit airfreight annually, including special cargo shipments. SATS has been present in Saudi Arabia for over six years and handles over 60,000 tonnes of cargo and mail each year for 19 airline customers. It operates across three … [Read more...] about SATS to handle cargo for Hainan Airlines in Saudi Arabia