Compared to many other sectors, transport and cargo has what could charitably be called a conservative approach to technology investment. Th e industry is several steps behind many others in terms of using technology to increase effi ciencies and reduce costs. At the recent World Cargo Symposium the International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on the air cargo industry to accelerate modernization and focus on delivering high quality service. Th ere are innovative carriers that are … [Read more...] about The Potential for Better Technology Integration
Air Freight Asia
Turkish Cargo maintains a steady trajectory in Asia
Fostering meaningful partnerships and growth have been at the top of the list for Turkish Cargo in recent years. “Th ere is no doubt we have to thank the wide range network support by Turkish airlines for our growth. Asia Pacifi c is the key manufacturing plant in the world, with our strategically located hub in Istanbul – Turkey, we are able to reach many destinations within just four hours fl ight time.” chief cargo offi cer Mr Tuhan Ozen told Payload Asia, when talking about Turkish … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo maintains a steady trajectory in Asia
Moving Forward with Tech: Disruption or Opportunities?
We live in a technology-driven world where even the simplest of tasks can be performed with a touch of a button. In this digital age, information can be shared over the internet instantaneously, bringing the world closer in rapid fashion. Particularly for the air cargo supply chain, an improved means of data-sharing can provide real-time visibility for the industry; resulting in a quicker and better organized system. That is only if data is willingly shared. “The cargo industry had not … [Read more...] about Moving Forward with Tech: Disruption or Opportunities?
Changing Landscape
Let’s take a moment and address the elephant in the room... AKA change – a word that seems to evoke panic among the masses on any given day. In this case, we’re specifically talking about reluctance to change. Once set in a particular way, any alteration to the norm can seem like such an inconvenience, but change doesn’t always have to be a bad thing. The integration of information technology has the potential to accelerate modernisation in the cargo supply chain, bringing greater transparency, … [Read more...] about Changing Landscape
Alstom and Airbus signed MOU on cybersecurity
Alstom and Airbus announced the signature of a strategic cooperation agreement in the field of cybersecurity. The agreement was signed by Marc Fontaine, Marc Fontaine, Digital Transformation Officer at Airbus and Pascal Cléré, Senior Vice President of Alstom's Digital Mobility division, at the Airbus site of Toulouse-Blagnac. The increase in cyberattacks and the expansion of the Internet of Things and Big Data require new measures to protect transport systems. In response … [Read more...] about Alstom and Airbus signed MOU on cybersecurity
Royal Jordanian enhances flight tracking capabilities
In an on-going effort to meet the increased demand for enhanced flight tracking capabilities, Rockwell Collins’ introduced web-based ARINC Flight Data Display - a new situational awareness display that provides a simple and clear visual representation of an entire fleet. The new display, launching with Royal Jordanian (RJ) ensures key flight information is available to support airline operational decision making. “We fly extensively across desert and oceanic routes, so we needed a … [Read more...] about Royal Jordanian enhances flight tracking capabilities
