The 11th of September 2017, will mark a significant milestone for Air Logistics Group, as the GSSA celebrates 15 years of delivering outstanding GSSA solutions across the Belgian market. Air Logistics B.V.B.A. was founded in 2002, with only 3 members of staff, and notably moving a total of 800,000 kilos with its partner airlines during its first year. Today however, the Air Logistics team in Belgium has moved over 18 million kilos in its peak year and consists of 9 air freight … [Read more...] about Air Logistics Group in Belgium turns 15
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Boeing raises forecast for airplane demand in China
Boeing projects a demand for 7,240 new airplanes in China over the next 20 years with a total value of nearly $1.1 trillion dollars, according to its annual China Current Market Outlook (CMO). Airplane demand had also rose 6.3% over last year’s forecast. On a global scale, Boeing projects the need for 41,030 new commercial airplanes over the next 20 years, that is valued at $6.1 trillion dollars. "China's continuous economic growth, significant investment in infrastructure, growing … [Read more...] about Boeing raises forecast for airplane demand in China
US$33 billion to be spent by airlines and airports on IT this year
According to the SITA 2017 Air Transport IT Trends Insights Airlines and Airports are estimated to spend nearly US$33 billion on IT this year, and they are focusing their technology investments on similar priorities. Top of the agenda for both are investments in cyber security and cloud services. SITA’s research of the world’s airlines and airports shows that airlines’ spending as a percentage of revenue will rise to an estimated 3.30% or US$24.3 billion in 2017. For airports, the … [Read more...] about US$33 billion to be spent by airlines and airports on IT this year
United Airlines increases A350 XWB order
United Airlines has increased the number of A350 XWB aircraft it will bring into its fleet, updating and expanding its previously existing order for 35 A350-1000 to 45 A350-900 widebody aircraft to replace older, less efficient aircraft, supporting future growth at the airline. The A350-900 is the cornerstone member of the A350XWB (Xtra Wide-Body) family, which is shaping the future of air travel. The aircraft typically seats 325 passengers in a standard three-class configuration … [Read more...] about United Airlines increases A350 XWB order
ABC achieves QEP accreditation in Moscow and Dallas
The continuing development of AirBridgeCargo’s (ABC) products and services for pharmaceutical customers has seen the airline achieve Envirotainer’s QEP accreditation at its global hub at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport and in Dallas, one of its six online gateways in the U.S. Fedor Novikov, director Pharma, Global at AirBridgeCargo, said: “Gaining QEP accreditation is yet another sign of the commitment we are making to our pharmaceutical customers and further demonstrates our ability to … [Read more...] about ABC achieves QEP accreditation in Moscow and Dallas
Kerry Logistics appoints Claire Trench as head of F&B
Kerry Logistics Network Limited (Kerry Logistics) has appointed Claire Trench as the new Head of Food and Beverage (F&B), to be based at its Glasgow office in the United Kingdom. Trench brings a wealth of experience, 17 years in forwarding and more recently senior managerial positions with leading brands in the beers, wines, and spirits industry. The new role will see her supporting brands looking to export to the rapidly developing F&B market in Greater China, where Kerry … [Read more...] about Kerry Logistics appoints Claire Trench as head of F&B
