United Cargo recently celebrated the grand openingof its new TempControl Center at its hub at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). TempControl is United Cargo’s service for commodities requiring temperature-controlled transport. The new facility includes the features and innovations most requested by United’s TempControl customers, including +15C to +25C controlled room temperature, the capacity to simultaneously house 48 RKN units, electrical connectivity for all units and a number of … [Read more...] about United Cargo inaugurates Newark TempControl Center
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Bohai Leasing completes acquisition of Avolon Holdings
Bohai Leasing has announced the completion of its acquisition of Avolon Holdings, the Ireland-based international aircraft leasing company. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bohai, Avolon will be combined with Bohai’s existing aircraft leasing businesses to form the world’s fourth largest aircraft leasing firm inclusive of orders. In completing the acquisition Bohai is taking a large step towards its goal to rank among the top three aircraft leasing companies in the world. “The Avolon team has … [Read more...] about Bohai Leasing completes acquisition of Avolon Holdings
FedEx launches customised freight service ex-China
FedEx Express has launched FedEx Customised Freight (FCF) in mainland China, a new service for outbound shipments from China to the rest of the world and inbound shipments from the US and key Asian markets to China. The service benefits customers with special temperature control, package security and shipping needs, including those in the high-tech, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors. “Customers’ needs are constantly evolving in a changing market, and FedEx is always looking for ways … [Read more...] about FedEx launches customised freight service ex-China
Emirates doubles down on Geneva
Emirates has announced the expansion of its operation in Switzerland with the addition of a second daily B777-300ER service to Geneva effective 1 June 2016. The second daily flight will double capacity on the route and represents an overall increase of 26 per cent for Emirates in Switzerland. "Demand is strong year-round, with high traffic from Thailand, Australia, Hong Kong and the Indian Ocean, with travellers visiting the city for business and pleasure," said Thierry Aucoc, Emirates’ … [Read more...] about Emirates doubles down on Geneva
Lufthansa Cargo awarded international ISO14001 environmental cert
Lufthansa Cargo’s sustainable environmental strategy has been awarded ISO14001 certification. Certification began in 2008 in Frankfurt and was then gradually rolled out with Lufthansa Cargo ISO certified at all German stations since 2010 and now, worldwide certification. “As an airline, we have a special responsibility to our environment. We live up to this responsibility through our ambitious environmental targets. For example, we want to reduce our specific CO2 emissions by 25 per cent by … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo awarded international ISO14001 environmental cert
Latest IATA cargo figures show decline may be bottoming out
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing air cargo volumes (measured in Freight Tonne Kilometers) were down 1.2 per cent in November 2015, compared to November 2014. Total cargo volumes, however, expanded compared to October 2015 and were higher than the low point in August. IATA highlighted this may indicate that the decline in cargo demand may be bottoming out. The negative year-on-year comparisons occurred across all regions … [Read more...] about Latest IATA cargo figures show decline may be bottoming out