AirBridgeCargo (ABC) has commenced using Lufthansa Systems' Lido/iRouteManual, Lido/Enroute and Lido/DocView IT solutions aimed at simplifying cockpit processes. The new IT solutions will ease the workload of ABC pilots by providing fast access to continually updated documents and data and reduce the airline's operational costs at the same time. The new technology will be saving ABC a significant amount per year. The airline plans to fully switch to the electronic cockpit by February … [Read more...] about AirBridgeCargo implements paperless cockpit
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Volga-Dnepr signs B737-400 conversion deal
Boeing Shanghai Aviation Services has signed a B737-400 freighter conversion agreement with Russia based Volga-Dnepr Group. The 737-400 arrived at Boeing Shanghai at the end of November for the passenger-to-freighter conversion; a "C-check" - an extensive check of the airplane's systems and components that can require several days to perform; and full painting. The modification is performed under a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) held by Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI). … [Read more...] about Volga-Dnepr signs B737-400 conversion deal
ABC wins a transport ‘Oscar’
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC), a Russian scheduled cargo airline and part of Volga-Dnepr Group, has been awarded the ‘Best Cargo Airline’ Golden Chariot award at a ceremony in Berlin that is recognised as the ‘Oscars’ of the transport industry. The awards ceremony took place at the Kempinski Hotel in Berlin during the Onnotrans international transport exhibition, which attracted more than 100,000 professionals from over 140 countries. Andrey Andreev, ABC’s head … [Read more...] about ABC wins a transport ‘Oscar’
ABC wins a transport ‘Oscar’
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC), a Russian scheduled cargo airline and part of Volga-Dnepr Group, has been awarded the ‘Best Cargo Airline’ Golden Chariot award at a ceremony in Berlin that is recognised as the ‘Oscars’ of the transport industry. The awards ceremony took place at the Kempinski Hotel in Berlin during the Onnotrans international transport exhibition, which attracted more than 100,000 professionals from over 140 countries. Andrey Andreev, ABC’s head … [Read more...] about ABC wins a transport ‘Oscar’
AirBridgeCargo adds flights from Asia to Moscow
AirBridgeCargo Airlines, a part of Volga-Dnepr Group, is increasing its B747 freighter flights linking Tokyo and Seoul with Moscow. Beginning 1 October 2014, the Russian cargo airline will increase its scheduled flights from Moscow to Tokyo’s Narita Airport and on the onward connection to Seoul, Korea, to three services a week. The extra frequencies reflect ABC’s growth in Asia-Pacific and extend its commitment to the Japanese and Korean air cargo and manufacturing markets, the … [Read more...] about AirBridgeCargo adds flights from Asia to Moscow
ABC to launch Basel pharma freighter service
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has announced the launch of a B747 freighter service between Moscow and Basel, targeting the pharmaceutical business in the Swiss city. The new Basel-Moscow service will run start from 19 September 2014. Basel has one of the highest concentrations of successful life sciences businesses in the world, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical technology organisations. Robert van de Weg, senior VP marketing and sales, ABC said: “The healthcare … [Read more...] about ABC to launch Basel pharma freighter service
