World scheduled freight traffic, measured in freight tonne-kilometres (FTKs), grew strongly by 4.6 per cent in 2014, a rebound from the 0.4 per cent growth rate registered in 2013, according to preliminary figures on scheduled services released today by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This is a reflection of improvement in world trade. The Asia/Pacific was the world’s largest air freight market in 2014 with a 40 per cent share in terms of world FTKs. Europe … [Read more...] about Rebound for freight traffic in 2014
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Gregory retires from Rhenus UK
Rhenus Logistics has announced that after 40 years of service, Rhenus UK’s group development director, Michael Gregory will be retiring. Gregory will be continuing to act as an export specialist consultant to Rhenus UK in 2015 on a part time basis which will ensure the smooth transition of his departure. Speaking about his retirement, Gregory said: “I’ve spent almost the entirety of my career at Rhenus, so retiring will be difficult. However, taking up the position … [Read more...] about Gregory retires from Rhenus UK
PACTL reports outstanding results in November
Shanghai Pudong Int’l Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL) has achieved tonnage growth of 13.84 per cent year-on-year, reaching a figure of 147,267 tonnes of freight in November. PACTL has thus reached the strongest monthly result in the company’s history. PACTL’s domestic cargo volume grew by 12.99 per cent year-on-year to 9,744 tonnes in November while its international cargo volumes rose by 13.90 per cent to 137,523 tonnes. Imports increased by 17.49 per cent … [Read more...] about PACTL reports outstanding results in November
IFL to acquire first Bombardier CRJ200
Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced that an entity owned by the IFL Group of Waterford, Michigan has signed a firm purchase agreement to acquire the first Bombardier CRJ200 SF (Special Freighter) aircraft. The aircraft will join IFL Group's fleet flying air freight throughout North, Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. "We look forward to adding the Bombardier CRJ200 SF aircraft to our fleet," said Michael Church, president, IFL Group. "The CRJ200 aircraft has a … [Read more...] about IFL to acquire first Bombardier CRJ200
Finnair’s first A350 XWB takes shape
The first A350-900 for Finnair is taking shape in the Roger Béteille Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Toulouse, France. Finnair will be the first European airline to fly the A350 XWB and the third operator in the world. Scheduled for delivery in autumn 2015 the aircraft is now in the fuselage section joining phase. Following this, the aircraft will move to wing junction, cabin installation and first power-on, all achieved in one single station. Once these phases are completed, the … [Read more...] about Finnair’s first A350 XWB takes shape
Volga-Dnepr signs B737-400 conversion deal
Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services has signed a B737-400 freighter conversion agreement with Russia based Volga-Dnepr Group. The 737-400 arrived at Boeing Shanghai at the end of November for the passenger-to-freighter conversion; a "C-check" - an extensive check of the airplane's systems and components that can require several days to perform; and full painting. The modification is performed under a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) held by Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI). … [Read more...] about Volga-Dnepr signs B737-400 conversion deal
