AAPA Director General Mr. Subhas Menon in a statement said several Asia Pacific carriers may face an existential threat unless they get recapitalisation or fund injections. Although he did not state or pinpoint which airlines are affected. September figures released by AAPA showed “markedly depressed levels” for passenger and cargo demand year on year, and the trade association sees “no recovery in sight.” AAPA noted that although manufacturing conditions further improved globally, some … [Read more...] about Several Asia Pacific carriers face existential threat, AAPA says
Air & Cargo Services
CargoAi banks on experience to make digitalisation easy
Singapore-based IT company CargoAi says its digital solutions are designed by air cargo people for air cargo people. Its founders worked with some of the top tech and logistics firms like Amazon, Microsoft, FCS Computer Systems, Air France-KLM, DB Schenker, and Dyson. By combining their cargo experience with technology, the team of experts is making digitalisation simple and CargoAi intends to prove it. Also read: PayCargo snags US$35 million investment led by Insight Partners The … [Read more...] about CargoAi banks on experience to make digitalisation easy
Cargo iQ’s director joins esteemed panel for 7th Payload Asia Awards
Ariaen Zimmerman is the executive director of Cargo iQ, whose global membership work together to measure success and continuously improve the value of airfreight for customers. Since July 2015, he has led the IATA interest group’s change programme, which included a new industry standard audit and certification scheme, and a toolkit to assist members in recommending Cargo iQ. Also read: Managing director of CLIVE Data to judge 7th Payload Asia Awards Mr Zimmerman shared a few … [Read more...] about Cargo iQ’s director joins esteemed panel for 7th Payload Asia Awards
More orders expected as first A321 converted freighter enters service
The first A321 freighter converted by ST Engineering-Airbus joint venture Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW) has entered service with Qantas for Australia Post. The ‘head of version’ converted cargo aircraft started flights for Qantas on 27 October after it was re-delivered to owner and lessor Vallair back in September. “Both milestones marked the completion and birth of the world’s first A321 converted freighter,” said a press release. Also read: EFW secures launch contract for A321P2F … [Read more...] about More orders expected as first A321 converted freighter enters service
Aramex names Thomas Kipp as new COO
Aramex announced the appointment of Thomas Kipp as the company’s new COO. Joining the senior leadership team, he will be responsible for overseeing Aramex’s global operations and business development, improving operational efficiencies, and championing crucial process improvements to drive long-term growth. Also read: Aramex turns on CargoWise for freight forwarding network Mr Kipp brings over 25 years of experience across logistics, e-commerce and management consulting in Europe, … [Read more...] about Aramex names Thomas Kipp as new COO
Vietjet continues relief cargo flights to central Vietnam
Free delivery and priority for relief cargo will continue on Vietjet flights departing from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to five airports in Vietnam’s central region as another typhoon approaches which could aggravate the region's “worst flooding in 40 years.” As of 21 October, the airline has delivered over 200 tonnes of emergency relief cargo to the five airports of Chu Lai (Quang Nam province), Da Nang, Phu Bai (Thua Thien Hue province), Dong Hoi (Quang Binh province) and Vinh … [Read more...] about Vietjet continues relief cargo flights to central Vietnam