Qatar Airways has taken delivery of three Airbus A350-1000 aircraft and is now the largest operator of Airbus A350 aircraft with 52 in its fleet. All three new A350-1000s will operate on “strategic” long-haul routes to Africa, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe and should add more belly capacity, joining their forerunners and 30 Boeing 787s. The choice for investing in a more fuel-efficient twin-engine aircraft comes as Qatar Airways’ fleet of quad-engine A380s remain grounded. “It is … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways takes three new A350-1000s as A380s remain grounded
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Cold chain group, IATA agree on polishing pharma handling and transport standards
The Cool Chain Association (CCA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) supporting the drive for the safe, sustainable transport of perishables and pharmaceuticals. CCA and IATA have joined forces as part of a common goal to improve the quality of the temperature-controlled supply chain by sharing feedback, experiences, knowledge, and best practice. Also read: IATA rolls out platform to show capacity and services availability … [Read more...] about Cold chain group, IATA agree on polishing pharma handling and transport standards
Managing director of CLIVE Data to judge 7th Payload Asia Awards
For those of you who don’t know, Niall van de Wouw is the Managing Director and Co-founder of CLIVE Data Services, the business analysis software company that introduced the “dynamic load factor” concept. The company publishes monthly charts and data for air cargo professionals Also read: TIACA joins forces with CLIVE Data Services He has close to 30 years of experience in the air cargo industry, which started off with building pallets during his university days. Previously, he worked at … [Read more...] about Managing director of CLIVE Data to judge 7th Payload Asia Awards
Cebu Pacific taps Lufthansa Cargo unit to manage ULD fleet
Philippine carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) has selected Jettainer, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lufthansa Cargo, to manage and maintain its fleet of unit load devices (ULDs) starting October. Jettainer said that with the deal, the ULD specialist will purchase the airline’s existing ULD fleet of around 2,700 assets, allowing the carrier to “significantly reduce its ULD fleet requirement” and reallocate its resources and capital. This comes at a time when the airline seeks to raise up to US$500 … [Read more...] about Cebu Pacific taps Lufthansa Cargo unit to manage ULD fleet
Emirates SkyCargo to reopen Dubai South terminal for vaccine distribution
Emirates SkyCargo will reopen its cargo terminal in Dubai South (DWC) to serve as a dedicated airside hub for cold chain storage and distribution of a much anticipated Covid-19 vaccine. With the resumption, the 4,000-square-metre Emirates SkyCentral DWC will be “the largest dedicated airside facility in the world for COVID-19 vaccines,” estimated to hold around 10 million vials of vaccine at any one point in time, the carrier said. Emirates SkyCentral DWC has a full arsenal of equipment … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo to reopen Dubai South terminal for vaccine distribution
DSV boosts air charter capacity on transatlantic route amidst peak season
DSV has added airfreight charter services to the United States to accommodate the surging demand during peak season on the transatlantic route. The logistics provider has started flying airfreight part charters twice a week to New York JFK from Belgium (LGG) since 19 October. It has also added a third weekly rotation between Luxembourg (LUX) and Huntsville (HSV) in Alabama. Also read: DSV boosts Europe-Asia cargo air bridge with two 747 freighters DSV noted shippers to New York can … [Read more...] about DSV boosts air charter capacity on transatlantic route amidst peak season
