Hellmann is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Habisreitinger as Chief Operating Officer (COO) Airfreight with effect from February 1, 2025. He will succeed Jan Kleine-Lasthues, who, after 13 successful years with Hellmann, has decided to pursue other opportunities. Martin Habisreitinger will report to Madhav Kurup, who will assume the position of Chief Operating Officer Airfreight, Seafreight, and Contract Logistics on the Global Management Board at the beginning of next … [Read more...] about Hellmann appoints Martin Habisreitinger as COO Airfreight
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Korean Air acquires 63.88% stake in Asiana Airlines
Korean Air has completed its acquisition of Asiana Airlines, four years after announcing its decision on November 16, 2020. On December 12, Korean Air acquired 131,578,947 newly issued shares of Asiana Airlines, representing a 63.88% ownership stake and making Asiana Airlines a subsidiary of Korean Air. The completion follows Korean Air's payment of KRW 800 billion to Asiana Airlines on December 11, concluding the share purchase transaction. This brings the total investment through the … [Read more...] about Korean Air acquires 63.88% stake in Asiana Airlines
BlueBox Systems expands tracking platform with new functions
BlueBox Systems, one of the leading developers of intelligent freight tracking solutions, has further developed its BlueBoxCargo tracking platform. The new features include the tracking of CO₂ emissions for sea freight, simplified shipment registration for smaller customers and extended analysis options that further optimize decision-making for customers. This includes, for example, a new routing function for air freight customers. The enhancements give customers access to even more precise and … [Read more...] about BlueBox Systems expands tracking platform with new functions
Mission Next Gen Aircraft announces Technical Demonstrator Programme with BETA Technologies’ aircraft flying in Aotearoa from 2025
Air New Zealand’s dream to fly its first electric aircraft around Aotearoa is a step closer today with the announcement it will fly a battery-electric aircraft in a technical demonstrator programme based in Hamilton and Wellington from mid 2025. This brings an ALIA aircraft to Aotearoa one year earlier than the airline’s commercial cargo services between Wellington and Blenheim begins in 2026. Flying the ALIA CX300 aircraft, manufactured in the US by partner BETA Technologies, throughout 2025 … [Read more...] about Mission Next Gen Aircraft announces Technical Demonstrator Programme with BETA Technologies’ aircraft flying in Aotearoa from 2025
Brussels Airport welcomes over 1.7 million passengers and handles nearly 67,000 tonnes of freight in November
Brussels Airport recorded more than 1.7 million passengers in November, a 9% rise compared to the same period in 2023. The start of the month saw elevated passenger numbers due to the end of the autumn holidays. The total amount of cargo carried grew by 18%, amounting to 67,320 tonnes. Passenger numbers: up +9% compared to November 2023 In November 2024, Brussels Airport welcomed 1,756,834 passengers, a 9% increase compared to November 2023. With the end of the autumn holidays at the beginning … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport welcomes over 1.7 million passengers and handles nearly 67,000 tonnes of freight in November
Emirates SkyCargo marks next milestone in its digital transformation, with the launch of eQuote
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has advanced its digital landscape for cargo operations, with the introduction of eQuote. Empowering customers with real-time data and information for a seamless booking experience, the launch marks a significant milestone on the airline’s long-standing digitisation strategy, which aims to enhance customer experience, streamline operations and drive greater efficiencies. Available on e-SkyCargo, eQuote acts as a … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo marks next milestone in its digital transformation, with the launch of eQuote
