Emirates airline has reaffirmed its order for 43 Airbus A380s and has signed a contract for a further four aircraft. Dubai’s government-owned airline, which already has the largest number of the ‘superjumbos’ on order, will now receive 47 of the $300million planes. The first aircraft will be delivered in the third quarter of 2008, according to a statement by Airbus parent company EADS. Last month Emirates hinted that it could use the superjumbo for anew low-cost arm of the … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Emirates orders more ‘superjumbos’
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MIDDLE EAST: Etihad launches Dublin service
Etihad Airway will launch a fourtimes- a-week service between Abu Dhabi and Dublin on 2 July 2007. The route will be operated with an Airbus A330-200, offering cargo capacity of 14 tonnes in each direction. James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ chief executive, said: “There is enormous demand for this new Etihad frequent service between these two rapidly expanding economies. Trade ties have increased considerably during the last decade and Etihad looks forward to supporting further … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Etihad launches Dublin service
MIDDLE EAST: Swift expands facilities in JAFZA, DLC
Dubai-based freight forwarder and logistics provider Swift Freight International said it has reserved 28,800 sq m in Dubai Logistics City for a purpose built logistics centre. Swift will also have an additional 25,000 sq m airside facility at the new World Central Airport. The company said in a statement that the Swift 5 logistics centre, located in Jebel Ali Free Zone, is being built to provide an additional dry storage area of 5,450 sq m, with over 12,500 pallet positions and variant … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Swift expands facilities in JAFZA, DLC
MIDDLE EAST: Dubai to Host FIATA World Congress 2007
The 2007 FIATA World Congress will be held from October 18-22 at the Grand Hyatt in Dubai and will be hosted by the National Association of Freight and Logistics (NAFL). Dubai is a rapidly growing city that sits at the crossroads of world trade and transport, offering congress delegates ease in air connectivity, a multitude of business opportunities and myriad leisure and social activities. FIATA (International Federation of Freight Forwarders’ Associations) is the world’s … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Dubai to Host FIATA World Congress 2007
MIDDLE EAST: Emirates SkyCargo leases three freighters
Emirates SkyCargo has announced that it will lease three Boeing 747- 400ERF freighters with a delivery schedule starting from the end of last month. The first of the three aircraft is being wet-leased from TNT and was scheduled for delivery on May 27. The airline will also dry lease two aircraft from Guggenheim Aviation Partners for a ten-year term. Both aircraft will be operated by TNT and will be delivered in July 2007 and February 2008. The first of the two leased B747- 400ERF … [Read more...] about MIDDLE EAST: Emirates SkyCargo leases three freighters
SRI LANKA: SriLankan Cargo appoints GSA
SriLankan Cargo strengthened its links with Australia, signing up a new partner to represent SriLankan Cargo throughout Australia. GSA Cargo Services, specialising in cargo sales and marketing activities has been appointed the General Sales Agent for SriLankan Airlines in Australia. “With daily services to Colombo, India, Maldives, Middle East and Europe - SriLankan Airlines has a lot to offer to the Australian exporters,” said Donna Mayne, director of GSA Cargo … [Read more...] about SRI LANKA: SriLankan Cargo appoints GSA