Exceptional demand for semiconductors and AI-related hardware inspired a +7% growth in global air cargo demand in June, but spot rates continue to ease in line with expectations after a calming of the Middle East conflict, restoration of capacity through the big Gulf airport hubs, and a fall back in jet fuel prices, according to the latest market data from industry analysts Xeneta. Global air cargo spot rates (valid for up to one month) rose +38% year-on-year in June to an average of USD 3.40 … [Read more...] about Xeneta: Soaring AI shipments invigorate air cargo’s resilience as global demand rises +7% in June, but spot rate growth continues to ease
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Strategic international partnership formed to support Morocco & Africa’s aviation and airport modernisation plans
MIE Events is pleased to announce the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Niche Ideas, an international company specialising in the development and management of major events in the fields of infrastructure, aviation, and investment. This agreement marks an important milestone in the development of Global Aviation Africa (GAA), a continental platform dedicated to supporting the modernisation of Africa’s airport infrastructure and fostering collaboration among public … [Read more...] about Strategic international partnership formed to support Morocco & Africa’s aviation and airport modernisation plans
GEODIS achieves IATA CEIV Pharma certification in Hyderabad (India), strengthening commitment to healthcare logistics
GEODIS achieves IATA CEIV Pharma certification for its Hyderabad site in India, validating its ability to handle pharmaceutical and healthcare shipments to the highest international standards. The milestone strengthens the company's healthcare logistics capabilities in one of India's leading life sciences hubs and expands its global network of CEIV-certified facilities GEODIS, a global leader in transport and logistics, has achieved the IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators … [Read more...] about GEODIS achieves IATA CEIV Pharma certification in Hyderabad (India), strengthening commitment to healthcare logistics
Swissport opens Integrated Control Centre at Birmingham Airport to enhance safety and operational performance
Swissport, the global leader in aviation services, has officially opened its new Integrated Control Centre (ICC) at Birmingham Airport, marking a significant investment in safety, operational excellence and digital innovation across its UK & Ireland operations. The facility provides 24/7 oversight of ground operations, combining operational control, telematics, AI-supported monitoring, live video systems and geo-fencing technology into a single operational environment. By delivering … [Read more...] about Swissport opens Integrated Control Centre at Birmingham Airport to enhance safety and operational performance
Texel Air set to serve Western Sydney International’s 24-hour cargo precinct
Texel Air Australasia (Texel Air) has signed on to operate its charter air cargo services from Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport’s 24-hour Cargo Precinct, which is set to launch soon, with the first commercial freighters coming in for landing on Sunday, 26 July. WSI CEO Simon Hickey said he was thrilled to welcome Texel Air to Sydney’s new global gateway and state-of-the-art cargo hub that will boost the city’s air cargo capacity significantly, creating new jobs … [Read more...] about Texel Air set to serve Western Sydney International’s 24-hour cargo precinct
Hasenkamp consolidates engineering and project logistics expertise
The Hasenkamp Group is strengthening its capabilities in technically demanding project logistics and, effective 1 July 2026, is bringing together its existing Logistics & Engineering Solutions division and Hasenkamp Tech Services GmbH within a single organisation. The expanded Hasenkamp Tech Services GmbH will serve as an international centre of excellence for complex project logistics solutions, specialised technical transportation and the delivery of highly demanding projects. The new … [Read more...] about Hasenkamp consolidates engineering and project logistics expertise
