The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released updated Policy and Finance Net Zero Roadmaps, containing expanded and deepened analyses, bringing into focus four key conclusions: The air transport industry’s energy transition is feasible on the 2050 horizon. The amounts of investments needed to make that possible are comparable to those engaged in previous creations of new renewable energy markets. Success in the transition depends critically upon policymakers’ unity of … [Read more...] about IATA releases enhanced policy and finance net zero roadmaps
Asia Pacific air freight
Etihad Cargo celebrates 20 years of successful operations in India
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, is celebrating 20 years of operations in India, a milestone that reflects the airline's ongoing commitment to the Indian market since its first flight to Mumbai on 26 September 2004. Over the years, Etihad Cargo has expanded its presence in India, now offering belly hold capacity via nonstop services between Abu Dhabi and 12 major Indian cities, with plans for further growth. Etihad Cargo handles over 46,000 tonnes of … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo celebrates 20 years of successful operations in India
DHL Global Forwarding China introduces cross-border e-commerce solution ahead of peak season
DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist of DHL Group, is introducing a variety of cross-border e-commerce solutions ahead of the year-end holiday shopping season globally. The solutions will offer cross-border shipping from China to the world with different service levels and features, as well as an integrated tracking platform for end-to-end visibility. China’s e-commerce sector has continued to grow despite a mixed global economic sentiment. In the first half of 2024, China’s … [Read more...] about DHL Global Forwarding China introduces cross-border e-commerce solution ahead of peak season
Gebrüder Weiss opens second location in Greater Bucharest
The international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss has expanded its location network in Romania. South-east of Bucharest, in Popesti-Leordeni, the logistics provider has officially launched operations at a new terminal, following a major investment of 20 million euros. “The second location complements our existing facility west of the capital in Bolintin-Deal, thus facilitating an even more efficient distribution of goods in the metropolitan area. In this way, we offer first-rate … [Read more...] about Gebrüder Weiss opens second location in Greater Bucharest
Lödige Industries expands Saigon Cargo Service Corporation air cargo terminal
Lödige Industries, a leading global supplier of material handling systems, has successfully completed the expansion of a cargo terminal of the Saigon Cargo Service Corporation (SCSC). With the integration of a second Elevating Transfer Vehicle (ETV) and an additional 150 storage positions, the handling capacity of the existing facility was doubled during ongoing operations. Scalability is an important criterion in many construction projects, after all, you want to be optimally prepared for … [Read more...] about Lödige Industries expands Saigon Cargo Service Corporation air cargo terminal
Lufthansa Cargo includes additional costs for SAF quotas in the price index of the Airfreight Surcharge
From January 1, 2025, Lufthansa Cargo will include the rising costs of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) due to regulatory environmental requirements in the price index of its existing Airfreight Surcharge (ASC). For departures from European Union (EU) countries, a mandatory SAF blending rate of initially two percent will apply from 2025. Countries outside the EU are also planning to introduce or have already introduced mandatory SAF blends. The Indian government, for example, is working on a … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo includes additional costs for SAF quotas in the price index of the Airfreight Surcharge