Aeronautical Engineers, Inc marked a major milestone with the completion of its 600th freighter conversion. The 600th freighter conversion is tied to a 737-800 owned by GA Telesis (MSN 28235), which was modified at Commercial Jet's Miami facility. AEI has been designing, developing, and modifying narrowbody freighter aircraft for the world’s air cargo industry since 1958. Over its 65-year history, the company has provided the global market with dependable and flexible freighter … [Read more...] about Aeronautical Engineers marks 600th freighter conversion
Asia Pacific air freight
Etihad Cargo arrives at Ezhou Huahu Airport
Etihad Cargo operated its inaugural freighter flight to Ezhou Huahu Airport on 18 August with its Boeing 777-200 freighter, marking the start of freighter service between Abu Dhabi and Ezhou. The carrier is the first international airline other than SF Airlines to operate flights to the airport. Located in China’s Hubei province, Ezhou Huahu Airport was developed as Asia's first and the world's fourth dedicated cargo airport. Equipped with a 23,000-sqm cargo terminal and a … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo arrives at Ezhou Huahu Airport
Indonesia’s Express Cargo Airlines starts operations
Express Cargo Airlines has gained its domestic, non-scheduled Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) in Indonesia and started commercial flight operations on 13 August. The carrier is one of three cargo start-ups launching in Indonesia this year, alongside BBN Airlines Indonesia and Raindo United Services, each with a single B737-800(BCF). Express Cargo Airlines operates a single B737-300(F), PK-ECA (MSN 24789), based out of Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta, and a Cessna (single turboprop) C208EX Grand … [Read more...] about Indonesia’s Express Cargo Airlines starts operations
DHL Supply Chain names next APAC chief
DHL Supply Chain, the contract logistics arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has announced management changes in Asia Pacific, with Terry Ryan, current CEO of the division set to retire after more than 40 years with the group. Stepping into his shoes is successor, Javier Bilbao, previously CEO DHL Supply Chain Latin America, wo will take the helm in the region, effective September 1. Javier started his career at the DHL Group in 2000 in the UK and has held various management positions over … [Read more...] about DHL Supply Chain names next APAC chief
FedEx launches ‘Picture Proof of Delivery’ in Singapore
FedEx is supporting e-commerce growth in Singapore and enhancing the customer experience of online shoppers in the city state with the launch of Picture Proof of Delivery (PPOD) for express residential deliveries. Customers in Singapore who choose the ‘no-signature-required’ delivery option can now receive a photo showing the exact location where their package was delivered, by tracking on the FedEx website and the FedEx Mobile app. The express operator said PPOD is a free delivery service … [Read more...] about FedEx launches ‘Picture Proof of Delivery’ in Singapore
Changi inks agreement to help develop Cairo Cargo City
Changi Airports International (CAI) has signed an agreement with Cairo Airport Company, which is expected to help position Cairo International Airport as a cargo and logistics hub. The Singapore-based airport consultancy firm will work with the airport operator in Egypt for a feasibility study for the development of Cairo Cargo City, a new area at Cairo International Airport that has been earmarked for cargo and logistics development. Another consultancy agreement was signed for the … [Read more...] about Changi inks agreement to help develop Cairo Cargo City