Hong Kong-based neutral air cargo solutions group Aero Africa announced the launch of its digital airfreight rate platform in cooperation with Dubai-based provider HashMove. The ‘new airfreight gateway and consolidation portal’ will be available exclusively to freight forwarders and transport-related companies and will provide real-time information on air freight wholesale rates, consolidation schedules, and digital cargo bookings. Abdur Rehman, co-founder of HashMove, said the … [Read more...] about Aero Africa taps HashMove to power digital platform
Air & Cargo Services
Cainiao starts new service between China and Africa
Cainiao Network, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group, last week announced the launch of its first air cargo route between China and Africa, amidst booming demand for Chinese products and close bilateral tie between the two countries. Operating over six times weekly, the air freight service will ship parcels from Hong Kong to Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial center. Cainiao says the delivery time will take 20 days from China to Africa, which shows an improvement from the previous time of 60 days, … [Read more...] about Cainiao starts new service between China and Africa
Royal Brunei’s A320 cargo-in-cabin flights set to take off
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) is set to capitalise on the growth in its cargo operations through the conversion of an A320neo (new engine option) into a dedicated cargo-in-cabin aircraft. The newly converted aircraft will start flying on 21 June and will operate initially five times weekly across the region as the airline looks to further grow its strategic focus in the cargo sector. “We’re delighted to launch this new service to the cargo community to further support the strong regional demand … [Read more...] about Royal Brunei’s A320 cargo-in-cabin flights set to take off
Air New Zealand opens new cargo route to the US
Air New Zealand is launching cargo flights between Melbourne and Los Angeles after the airline was awarded the route as part of the Australian Government's International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) programme. The airline will operate one flight per week until 31 October 2021, with the first flight bound for Melbourne on 3 July. This will be in addition to the Brisbane–Los Angeles route that the airline has been flying since August 2020 under the same scheme. Air New Zealand general … [Read more...] about Air New Zealand opens new cargo route to the US
Cathay’s HK Express selects Airbus FHS services for A320s
Cathay Pacific Airways and HK Express have signed contracts for Airbus’s Flight Hour Services (FHS) to provide support for their A320 fleet. This recent deal extends the service relationship with Cathay Pacific and welcomes HK Express as a new FHS customer. The multiyear, maintenance-by-the-hour contracts will cover integrated component services, including on-site stock, pool access, and repair services, which will be delivered by Airbus’ engineers and FHS local representatives in Hong … [Read more...] about Cathay’s HK Express selects Airbus FHS services for A320s
SAL to enhance logistics for Saudi’s major events
Saudi Arabian Logistics (SAL), the ground handling arm of Saudia Airlines, has teamed up with local events management company Sela to provide logistics services for Saudi’s major sporting events and activities, particularly those heading towards year end. The two companies signed an agreement that will see SAL provide ground handling services at main airports for upcoming events. Sela is the main organiser of some of the major football and racing events hosted in Saudi Arabia. The signing … [Read more...] about SAL to enhance logistics for Saudi’s major events