Results from the world's first in-flight study of the impact of using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in both engines of a commercial aircraft show a reduction in soot particles and formation of contrail ice crystals compared to using conventional Jet A-1 fuel. The ECLIF3 study, in which Airbus, Rolls-Royce, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and SAF producer Neste collaborated, was the first to measure the impact of 100% SAF use to emissions from both engines of an Airbus A350 powered by … [Read more...] about World’s first in-flight study of commercial aircraft using 100% sustainable aviation fuel shows significant non-CO2 emission reductions
Asia Pacific air cargo
DP World’s SeaRates and CP World accelerate growth of small cargo owners as demand rises for LCL shipments
DP World’s SeaRates’ partnership with Singapore-based CP World Group is seeing significant growth, with month-on-month bookings and shipment tracking for small cargo owners up by 39% since last year. Just one year on from its strategic partnership announcement with CP World, SeaRates’ ‘digital freight forwarder’ platform is seeing major growth in its Less than Container Load (LCL) bookings, with smaller cargo owners benefitting from access to streamlined logistics processes, real-time … [Read more...] about DP World’s SeaRates and CP World accelerate growth of small cargo owners as demand rises for LCL shipments
HKIAA & ICSCC endorse Super Terminal Expo in a monumental alliance to forge future of airports in Asia
The Hong Kong International Aviation Academy (HKIAA) and International Cooperation and Service Center (ICSCC), by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), signed a cooperation agreement with Informa Markets Asia, becoming strategic partners for Super Terminal Expo and reinforcing the event’s position as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and innovation for airport design, construction and operations in Asia. "Super Terminal Expo sets the stage for next-level airport design and … [Read more...] about HKIAA & ICSCC endorse Super Terminal Expo in a monumental alliance to forge future of airports in Asia
Rotate’s Sales Cockpit selected by Air Canada Cargo to boost digitalisation, customer engagement
Rotate has been selected by Air Canada Cargo to implement the Sales Cockpit, a strategic move that significantly advances the carrier’s global digitalization efforts. The Sales Cockpit is web-based software that continually scans the airline’s data to automatically identify specific opportunities with customers. Integrating this with existing systems allows Air Canada Cargo to automatically open sales opportunities in its CRM, and better monitor agreements to track performance against … [Read more...] about Rotate’s Sales Cockpit selected by Air Canada Cargo to boost digitalisation, customer engagement
World Aviation Services Association appoints Hassan El-Houry as new Chairman
The World Aviation Services Association (ASA) has today announced the appointment of Hassan El-Houry as its new Chairman, effective July 1, 2024. He succeeds Mr. Atilla Korkmazoğlu, who served two successful mandates over four years. El-Houry brings a blend of leadership, innovation, and strategic vision to ASA, further strengthening the aviation services sector's position. He is currently the Executive Chairman of Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and … [Read more...] about World Aviation Services Association appoints Hassan El-Houry as new Chairman
Embraer and Rheinmetall discussing a new C-390 Training Center in Europe
Embraer and Rheinmetall are in discussions to expand their training network with a focus on the C-390. The aim is evaluate the needs of the increasing number of C-390 European customers with respect to training and decide on the development of a dedicated training center in the region, supporting existing and future C-390 customers. Currently, there is an Embraer C-390 Training Center in Brazil, in the state of São Paulo, featuring a Full Flight and Mission Simulator (FFMS) and a Loadmaster … [Read more...] about Embraer and Rheinmetall discussing a new C-390 Training Center in Europe
