Bulgarian cargo operator Compass Cargo Airlines has taken delivery of its first narrowbody freighter on lease with commercial aviation company GA Telesis. The aircraft, a B737-800SF (registered MSN 28826) converted freighter, is the first plane to enter the airline’s fleet. GA Telesis acquired the jet through its leasing, investment, financing & trading (LIFT) group, with the passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion done at Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) conversion center in … [Read more...] about Bulgarian cargo airline gets first B737-800SF on GA Telesis
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JD expands China–US air cargo service
Chinese e-commerce and logistics player JD has launched a new cargo service between Shanghai and New York on August 6, the company’s second China-US service, following the Nanjing-Los Angeles flights commenced on June 7. Cargo flights will operate twice a week from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The logistics player said it will mainly transport e-commerce and general trade goods and make use of the cargo space on … [Read more...] about JD expands China–US air cargo service
PLA Global Wrap: Week 31
In the latest installment of the PLA Global Wrap, we look back at week 31 for some really quite interesting updates on the air cargo, logistics and wider aviation industry, including Korean Air’s 10,000th cargo-only pax flight last week. We also feature SASI World as it embarks on a project to conduct research on how to modernize cargo operations and infrastructure at US airports. We also have the latest B2B updates from LATAM Airlines, WFS, cargo.one, APOC, Champ Cargosystems and many … [Read more...] about PLA Global Wrap: Week 31
Hactl takes next step into hub automation with APS robot
Press release Hong Kong’s leading ground and cargo handler Hactl has taken its first step into robotics with the opening of a new automated parts store (APS) for its giant container- and loose cargo handling systems. The robotically operated parts dispensing system enables urgently-needed spares to be quickly accessed around the clock, both for routine maintenance and in the event of occasional breakdowns. Hactl’s automated and highly complex Container Storage System (CSS) has 11 … [Read more...] about Hactl takes next step into hub automation with APS robot
ST Engineering secures engine MRO contracts with airlines
ST Engineering this week announced two new engine MRO contracts with airlines, underscoring its value proposition of providing flexible solutions to its airline partners. The company will extended an existing one to an exclusive five-year contract with Alaska Airlines and provide heavy maintenance on the CFM56-7B engines of 14 Boeing 737-700 and 12 Boeing 737-900 aircraft. Services will be provided starting next year at its facilities in Singapore. The second is another engine heavy … [Read more...] about ST Engineering secures engine MRO contracts with airlines
Lödige Industries eyes warehouses, distribution hubs
With reports about fulfilment centres maxing out capacity limits amidst growing ecommerce volumes, Lödige Industries is expanding its services for warehouses and distribution centres. The company said the boom in e-commerce and e-fulfilment and the associated increase in demand for material handling solutions encouraged it to create a dedicated product segment. "Due to the increased order volume in e-commerce, many existing facilities are reaching their capacity limits. Consequently, … [Read more...] about Lödige Industries eyes warehouses, distribution hubs
