Korean Air Cargo continues to rely on the proven cargo handling quality of Vienna Airport. A four-year extension of the existing handling contract between the airport and the Korean airline has been signed and will now run until the end of 2028. Thus, Vienna Airport is continuing its successful partnership with Korean Air Cargo, which has been in place since the airline's first flight to Vienna in 2004. “The successful partnership between Korean Air Cargo and Vienna Airport has been extended … [Read more...] about Korean Air Cargo and Vienna Airport extend cooperation in cargo handling
Asia Pacific air freight
DHL Global Forwarding Japan and Nippon Cargo Airlines successfully complete charters for semiconductor manufacturing equipment to Hokkaido
DHL Global Forwarding Japan, the freight specialist of DHL Group, and Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA) have successfully transported semiconductor manufacturing equipment via four charters aimed at significantly reducing transit time from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) in the Netherlands to New Chitose Airport in Japan. To support this process, a main deck loader specifically designed for unloading and loading semiconductor equipment was transferred from Narita Airport to New Chitose Airport. … [Read more...] about DHL Global Forwarding Japan and Nippon Cargo Airlines successfully complete charters for semiconductor manufacturing equipment to Hokkaido
Thai VietJet partners with ECS Group’s AVS GSA Thailand to boost cargo operations on Bangkok-Mumbai route
ECS Group is pleased to announce a new agreement between Thai VietJet and its subsidiary, AVS GSA Thailand on the Bangkok-Mumbai route. This collaboration boosts Thai VietJet’s cargo capabilities, leveraging ECS Group’s network and expertise to support the airline’s growing presence in the international cargo market. The first shipment under this agreement was successfully transported on January 21, 2025, on the Bangkok (BKK) to Mumbai (BOM) route. This partnership allows Thai VietJet to … [Read more...] about Thai VietJet partners with ECS Group’s AVS GSA Thailand to boost cargo operations on Bangkok-Mumbai route
Air Charter Service arranges flights to aid victims of Cyclone Chido
Since Cyclone Chido devastated the French island of Mayotte in the western Indian Ocean in December, Air Charter Service has been busy arranging humanitarian aid charter flights to the region, flying in more than 1,000 tons so far, with flights still ongoing. With winds exceeding 220 km/h (136 mph), the cyclone tore through the archipelago on Saturday, December 14th, destroying villages, and leaving thousands without shelter, water, or electricity. Ben Dinsdale, Director for Government and … [Read more...] about Air Charter Service arranges flights to aid victims of Cyclone Chido
WestJet Cargo joins Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight Platforms, boosting cargo capacity in North America, Europe, and Asia
Freightos Limited, a leading global freight booking and payment platform, announced the addition of Canada’s WestJet Cargo to its WebCargo and 7LFreight platforms. This collaboration enables freight forwarders to access WestJet Cargo’s air freight network and see real-time rates, place eBookings, and pay online. WestJet Cargo expands WebCargo’s network on key tradelanes from Canada’s Calgary (YYC) to major international hubs, including Tokyo Narita (NRT), London Heathrow (LHR), and Paris … [Read more...] about WestJet Cargo joins Freightos’ WebCargo and 7LFreight Platforms, boosting cargo capacity in North America, Europe, and Asia
Menzies Aviation expands global presence with new offices in Pakistan
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced the inauguration of its first global support offices in Pakistan marking a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to foster growth and innovation in the region. To mark the inauguration of the new IT Infrastructure and Service Desk, Menzies’ Group CEO, Philipp Joeinig was joined by Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to unveil a commemorative plaque inaugurating the … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation expands global presence with new offices in Pakistan
