Bahrain-based cargo airline Texel Air launched its Australasia spinoff, on 10 June, at Auckland International Airport with the unveiling of the latest B737- 800BCF. The arrival of ZK-TXE (registered MSN 29985) was presented at the NZ Post Facility last week and marks the expansion of the airline into the region, with now six aircraft in its fleet. Apart from the new jet, Texel Air Bahrain operates Boeing 737 aircraft from Bahrain International Airport with two B737-700FC, two B737-800BCF … [Read more...] about Texel Air unveils new B737 freighter in Auckland
Asia Pacific shipments
Changi Airport outlines top priorities for cargo
Singapore Changi Airport saw muted cargo volumes in March compared to the same period last year, as the Asia Pacific hub recorded 152,000 tonnes. For the first quarter, air freight movements at Changi totalled 417,000 tonnes, sliding 9 percent year-on-year. The group said demand remained soft, especially in the first two months of the year, no thanks to global economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures. Payload Asia talks to Lim Ching Kiat, executive vice president for air hub and cargo … [Read more...] about Changi Airport outlines top priorities for cargo
Hactl goes beyond the necessary on sustainability
Air cargo ground handler Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has a reputation for setting standards within its sector, most notably through the building of its ground-breaking, highly-automated SuperTerminal 1 in 1998, and its relentless pursuit of efficiency and excellence through technical innovation. The vast scale of its operations and large volumes of cargo and aircraft handled have set many records down the years. But alongside such commercial success, Hactl also acknowledges … [Read more...] about Hactl goes beyond the necessary on sustainability
Qatar Airways completes IATA CEIV certifications
Qatar Airways Cargo, along with Doha-based ground handling partner Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) Cargo, have now completed the suite of IATA CEIV certifications with the addition of the IATA Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators in Perishable Logistics (CEIV Fresh) certification. The CEIV Fresh certification demonstrates Qatar Airways Cargo's sustained commitment to the highest standards when handling and transporting perishable goods. The standard encompasses the entire supply … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways completes IATA CEIV certifications
Maastricht Aachen Airport to join Schiphol Group
Royal Schiphol Group finalised a landmark €4.2 million deal on 8 June to purchase a 40 percent stake in Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST), becoming the second shareholder in the airport alongside the province of Limburg. The joining of forces will see both hubs share market intelligence and freight data as the teams develop innovations in cargo transport and handling, with Maastricht offering an ideal testing ground for key priorities such as sustainable aviation. In addition to … [Read more...] about Maastricht Aachen Airport to join Schiphol Group
Cool Chain Association welcomes new members
Exciting times for the Cool Chain Association as two new members have joined the group to contribute to the group’s mission of improving the temperature-controlled supply chain and creating a more sustainable future for the industry. Switzerland-based Lamprecht Pharma Logistics and France-based Logfret are the latest members to join the CCA. Lamprecht Pharma Logistics, a logistics solution provider for pharmaceuticals, and Logfret, an international freight forwarding company offering digital … [Read more...] about Cool Chain Association welcomes new members
