DHL Japan has introduced a new route connecting Japan to the United States on June 26 as the company responds to growing demand for trade between Asia and the US. The company already has a B747F flying five times each week operated by Polar Air and a B777F flying the same number of weekly flights operated by Kalitta Air. The express operator will now add three roundtrip flights and deploy a Boeing 777F freighter, operated by DHL Air UK, on top of the regular weekly schedule, with plans to … [Read more...] about DHL Express adds B777F capacity on transpacific route
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Greater Bay Airlines promotes director Stanley Hui to CEO
Greater Bay Airlines has promoted director Stanley Hui, member of the board, to assume the role of the chief executive officer, replacing Mr. Algernon Yau with immediate effect. Mr Hui will be in charge of overseeing the operations of GBA, who got its first aircraft and Air Operator’s Certificate in September and October of last year, respectively. The airline currently has two 2 Boeing 737-800 aircrafts in service and the third aircraft planned to join in late 2022 as it looks to expand … [Read more...] about Greater Bay Airlines promotes director Stanley Hui to CEO
Scan Global expands footprint in Asia with latest merger
Copenhagen-based logistics provider Scan Global Logistics (SGL) has taken another step in building on its 10-year-strong presence in China and Hong Kong with the acquisition of Sea-Air Logistics (SAL), headquartered in Hong Kong. The takeover will take effect on 5 July 2022, and Scan Global said the merger will allow for further penetration in segments like consumer electronics, technology, pharma and healthcare. SGL noted that the acquisition will increase its market share on the … [Read more...] about Scan Global expands footprint in Asia with latest merger
NAP partners with IAG Cargo to support SME forwarders
Press Release Neutral Air Partner (NAP) has welcome IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) as an airline partner with an aim to support its members grow their business and further develop cooperation in all areas relevant to the air cargo logistics sector. The partnership will see IAG Cargo and NAP work together jointly in various initiatives to support small- and medium-sized forwarders. IAG Cargo operates across in key strategic markets, … [Read more...] about NAP partners with IAG Cargo to support SME forwarders
Silk Way West Airlines signs up for two A350 freighters
Silk Way West Airlines has signed an agreement with Airbus for the purchase of two A350 freighters, with delivery scheduled between 2027 and 2028. This is the first order with Airbus for the Baku-based cargo airline, marking a significant step in its expansion plans internationally to meet growing demand for cargo transportation. The airline, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, said it plans to expand its fleet and global route network to strengthen its role in the CIS region, … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines signs up for two A350 freighters
IATA urges more attention on lithium battery shipments
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to further support the safe carriage of lithium batteries by developing and implementing global standards for screening, fire-testing, and incident information sharing. As with many products shipped by air, effective standards, globally implemented, are needed to ensure safety. The challenge is the rapid increase in global demand for lithium batteries (the market is growing 30 percent annually) bringing many new shippers … [Read more...] about IATA urges more attention on lithium battery shipments
