The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong SAR, China, on 21–22 October 2025, hosted by Cathay Pacific. The event will bring together leaders from aviation, energy, finance, and policy to advance the industry’s commitment to achieving net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. “As the IATA World Sustainability Symposium lands in Asia for the first time, we are honored that Hong Kong has been selected as the location and Cathay … [Read more...] about Third IATA World Sustainability Symposium to take place in Hong Kong
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Envirotainer invests in Swiss Airtainer to accelerate sustainable innovation in pharmaceutical cold chain
Envirotainer, the global leader in secure cold chain solutions for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, has announced a strategic investment in Swiss Airtainer, a pioneer in lightweight container technology. The partnership grants Envirotainer exclusive global rights to offer the innovative Swiss Airtainer as part of its full product portfolio. Swiss Airtainer will focus on scaling up its production capabilities and accelerating its ongoing research and development efforts. This investment … [Read more...] about Envirotainer invests in Swiss Airtainer to accelerate sustainable innovation in pharmaceutical cold chain
DHL Express and Cathay Group sign new SAF deal to drive production and uptake in Asia
DHL Express and the Cathay Group have entered into a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) partnership that reinforces their shared commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the air cargo industry. Under the agreement, Cathay will supply DHL Express with 2,400 metric tons of SAF for international flights departing from three airports in Asia, namely Seoul Incheon International Airport, Tokyo Narita International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. These flights are operated by Air Hong … [Read more...] about DHL Express and Cathay Group sign new SAF deal to drive production and uptake in Asia
FedEx launches intelligent AI-powered customs solutions in APAC to streamline global trade
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, today recently launched two AI-powered tools — Customs AI and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Code Lookup Feature across Asia Pacific (APAC) markets. These solutions are designed to simplify the often-complex process of completing global shipping documents needed for international shipments, empowering businesses and individuals to ship with greater ease, accuracy, and confidence. Inaccurate … [Read more...] about FedEx launches intelligent AI-powered customs solutions in APAC to streamline global trade
Employment boost at Glasgow Prestwick Airport following growth in e-commerce business
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has reported a significant rise in job numbers following recent growth in e-commerce industry activity. One hundred and fifty new jobs have been created at PIK, with this number forecasted to rise to 200 by the end of the summer. “This is a significant increase in headcount at the airport as we expand our services, and is great news for the Airport and the Ayrshire economy," said Ian Forgie, Chief Executive, Glasgow Prestwick Airport. "It has been a busy … [Read more...] about Employment boost at Glasgow Prestwick Airport following growth in e-commerce business
From East Asia to everywhere: Emirates SkyCargo strengthens cargo corridors
With the launch of passenger services to Hangzhou, China, Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, now offers over 21,000 tonnes of weekly tonnage in and out of East and Southeast Asia every week, across the largest and most diversified route network of any non-Asian airline. Deepening its footprint in the region, Emirates SkyCargo now serves 25 gateways across 12 countries and territories. Firmly entrenched as the ‘factory of the world’, East and … [Read more...] about From East Asia to everywhere: Emirates SkyCargo strengthens cargo corridors
