Aircraft lessor and mature asset specialist Vallair has unveiled the first-ever E Class widebody freighter conversion capability for the Airbus A330-300 at its brand new state-of-the-art mega hangar in Châteauroux, France. This innovative cargo solution is the result of a joint investment between France-based companies Vallair and UUDS, which is Part 21 certified. The company said it is designed to bridge the gap while operators currently wait 5 years or more for full freighter conversion … [Read more...] about France starts own A330 cargo conversion programme
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Qatar Airways’ 777F don cargo team-inspired livery
Last week Qatar Airways unveiled a one-of-a-kind livery on one of its Boeing 777 freighters which flew from Toulouse on 29 June and at the airport in Doha the next day via Oslo. It was a clear message of gratitude to staff, partners, and customers from the world's leading cargo airline. The aircraft flew to Toulouse earlier this month for ‘bespoke decoration’ and now sports a striking livery showing the faces of some of the airline’s cargo employees, with the words ‘Moved by People’ on … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways’ 777F don cargo team-inspired livery
Cathay Pacific brings back full freighter schedule
Big news for this month for Cathay Pacific, as the Hong Kong airline resumed its full freighter schedule with around 90 to 100 freighters each week. Tom Owen, cargo director, said it will operate 35 transpacific freighters a week for the Americas and a daily freighter service to Europe. Cathay is also planning to operate more than 500 cargo-only-passenger flights a month around the region as it looks to add capacity over the next few months to feed reactivated long-haul freighter services. … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific brings back full freighter schedule
DHL Express adds B777F capacity on transpacific route
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
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