Over 400 aviation leaders, academics, training experts, human resource practitioners, industry partners and youths from the Asia Pacific region and beyond gathered in Singapore for the inaugural International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Asia Pacific Regional Training Symposium from 16 to 17 July 2025. Jointly organised by ICAO and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the symposium aimed to strengthen regional aviation training cooperation and capacity building, and was … [Read more...] about Singapore hosts inaugural ICAO Asia-Pacific Regional Training Symposium
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Topcast becomes the authorised distributor of Druck in China and the APAC region
Topcast, the world-leading aircraft parts distributor and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) service provider, is proud to announce its appointment as the authorised distributor for Druck Aerospace Pressure Sensors across China and the Asia-Pacific region. Under this new agreement, Druck — a Baker Hughes business — has designated Topcast Aviation Supplies Co., Ltd. as its primary distributor for aerospace pressure sensors. This partnership grants Topcast authorised aftermarket distribution … [Read more...] about Topcast becomes the authorised distributor of Druck in China and the APAC region
Emirates Courier Express expands to Australia
Emirates has expanded its groundbreaking Emirates Courier Express solution into Australia. Coming just months after launch, the expansion signals the airline’s commitment to reinventing the cross-border delivery experience, connecting businesses and their customers with a fast, reliable and flexible service. Emirates Courier Express packages will fly directly into four major cities in Australia – Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney – on 70 flights per week. The existing passenger flight … [Read more...] about Emirates Courier Express expands to Australia
Chapman Freeborn transports record cargo shipment at PIK
Chapman Freeborn, global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, the world's largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, has successfully completed a record-breaking cargo shipment operation at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Earlier this year, the company organised a cargo charter flight that transported the longest piece of cargo the airport has ever handled. The shipment included a 67-foot-long, 24-tonne component, transported on three 20-foot … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn transports record cargo shipment at PIK
DHL Express and Neste ink landmark deal to use made-in-Singapore sustainable aviation fuel for international flights
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, and Neste, the world's leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel, have strengthened their collaboration to accelerate efforts in making air cargo transport more sustainable with a SAF deal signed in Asia. From July 2025, an estimated 9.5 million litres (7,400 metric tons) of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel™ will be supplied to DHL Express in Singapore through this contract, making this one of the … [Read more...] about DHL Express and Neste ink landmark deal to use made-in-Singapore sustainable aviation fuel for international flights
dnata rolls out autonomous vehicles in airport operations
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has deployed a fleet of autonomous vehicles at Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International (DWC), introducing next-generation technology in ramp operations. The rollout marks a significant step in the automation of ground handling services – one of the aviation industry’s most labour- and time-intensive areas. Enhanced efficiency and safety dnata now operates six electric tractors – the EZTow model developed by TractEasy – at DWC. … [Read more...] about dnata rolls out autonomous vehicles in airport operations
