The 11th edition of the Payload Asia Awards is set to return to Singapore this October. With a theme of Driving Sustainability and Efficiency through Digitalisation in Aviation and Logistics, the awards aim to recognise the remarkable performance and service excellence of the industry's leading players in transport and logistics. The awards event will play host to the air cargo industry’s finest with more awards and categories over a grand gala dinner to highlight each vital link connecting … [Read more...] about The 11th Payload Asia Awards is now open for nominations
Asia Pacific air freight
HKIA reports continuous growth in passenger and cargo volume in May
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released the air traffic statistics for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for May 2024. During the month, HKIA handled 4.07 million passengers and 29,855 flight movements, marking year-on-year increases of 30.8% and 34.5%, respectively. Mainland China’s Labour Day “Golden Week” holidays starting at the end of April had contributed a significant traffic growth among all passenger segments in May. Traffic to and from Southeast Asia, Mainland China, and … [Read more...] about HKIA reports continuous growth in passenger and cargo volume in May
SmartLynx signs long-term agreement to use Lido mPilot from Lufthansa Systems
SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI, cargo, and charter provider, has signed a cooperation agreement to use the mobile charting application Lido mPilot from Lufthansa Systems. SmartLynx has transitioned to Lufthansa Systems for its superior data quality and user-friendly interface, aiming to improve operational efficiency. Lido mPilot equips pilots with a comprehensive navigation solution by directly providing seamless access to all necessary charts like terminal charts or … [Read more...] about SmartLynx signs long-term agreement to use Lido mPilot from Lufthansa Systems
WFS and Singapore Airlines extend cargo handling partnership for launch of new flights to London Gatwick Airport
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has been awarded three-year cargo handling contract extensions with Singapore Airlines in the United Kingdom, France, and Belgium. In the UK, in addition to renewing its cargo handling and UK domestic road feeder services with WFS at London Heathrow and Manchester airports, Singapore’s national carrier is also partnering with WFS for cargo handling at London Gatwick Airport for the launch this month of five Airbus A350-900 direct … [Read more...] about WFS and Singapore Airlines extend cargo handling partnership for launch of new flights to London Gatwick Airport
Suparna Airlines and WorldACD Market Data sign MOU for strategic data partnership
WorldACD Market Data, a leading provider of air cargo market data and insights, is pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Suparna Airlines, a prominent player in the Chinese air cargo industry. This strategic partnership will enhance Suparna Airlines' understanding of the air cargo market dynamics and will further expand WorldACD's comprehensive air cargo database. WorldACD will provide Suparna Airlines with in-depth air cargo data and analytics to support … [Read more...] about Suparna Airlines and WorldACD Market Data sign MOU for strategic data partnership
Etihad Cargo expands European freighter network with launch of Madrid
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, is expanding its freighter network with a new route to Madrid. Starting 15 July 2024, Etihad Cargo will operate two weekly Boeing 777 freighter flights between Abu Dhabi and Madrid, adding over 200 tonnes of cargo capacity for Europe. The launch of a twice-weekly freighter service between Abu Dhabi and Madrid will increase the total number of flights to Spain to 25 per week. Etihad Cargo provides belly capacity via 10 passenger … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo expands European freighter network with launch of Madrid