The 9th edition of the Payload Asia Awards is back in full swing to hail the most outstanding proponents of air cargo and logistics in Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. This year we’re giving more awards to the top airlines, airports, ground handlers, logistics players and service providers with a night of celebration over a gala dinner to commemorate everybody’s achievements. The search is on for the following categories: Overall Carrier of the Year - Asia Pacific Overall … [Read more...] about Nominations now open for the 9th Payload Asia Awards
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Qatar Airways to run children’s donation drive until 10 May
Press release Qatar Airways Cargo continues its commitment by launching Chapter 3 of its WeQare programme, "Let's Stand Together". Chapter 3 involves a big donation drive that seeks to gather donations for children from 26 April 26 to 10 May 2022. For this chapter, the company is organising a collection of in-kind donations for children. The donation drive focuses on three aspects: education, sports and fun, and the airline will collect study material (books, school bags, … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways to run children’s donation drive until 10 May
Jardine’s Vivien Lau on air cargo, Hong Kong and more
As we see more women of great stature grace the top ranks of what-was-once a male-dominated air cargo and logistics industry, Payload Asia listens to Vivien Lau, chief executive of Jardine Aviation Services Group, as she shares her thoughts for the C-suite section. Can you share with us your work experience and what led you to pursue a career in aviation? I have spent over 15 years in the aviation industry, with the last 10 years working at Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals (HACTL). In November … [Read more...] about Jardine’s Vivien Lau on air cargo, Hong Kong and more
Regional air cargo symposium series to kickstart in June
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is looking to bring the industry to discuss market issues with the launch of a regional symposium series, which it will kick-start in Amsterdam. The first regional symposium will be held on June 28th, hosted by Schiphol Airport at the Amsterdam City Centre. The event will include one day of interactive conference sessions, an evening reception and a tour of the airport on the next day. The programme will include important discussions on … [Read more...] about Regional air cargo symposium series to kickstart in June
Despite soaring cargo revenue, ANA posts loss in 2021
ANA has recorded its highest ever international cargo revenue in a fiscal year as the airlines saw 328.7 billion yen in transactions, up 104.8 percent from that seen in the previous year. The Japanese airline attributed its strong performance in international cargo services to robust demand and a shift to air transport as a result of congestion in marine transport. ANA said it was able to fully utilise its freighter aircraft as it introduced new routes with the group’s Boeing 777F … [Read more...] about Despite soaring cargo revenue, ANA posts loss in 2021
Korean Air posts US$1.7b cargo revenue in Q1
Korean Air beat the previous quarter’s record operating profit as the airline posted revenue of KRW 2.8052 trillion (US$2.3168 billion) and an operating profit of KRW 788.4 billion (US$651.1 million) in the first quarter. The airline’s cargo flight operations pulled in revenue of KRW 2.1486 trillion (or US$1.7 billion) in the first quarter. Korean Air said it maximized revenue through increasing freighter operation rates and using grounded passenger jets on cargo routes. The airline noted … [Read more...] about Korean Air posts US$1.7b cargo revenue in Q1