Press release Qatar Airways Cargo aims for reliable information, fast access, and efficient interactions in its digital transformation strategy – first and foremost with its customers in mind, but also, in equal measure, for its employees. After all, Qatar Airways Cargo is Moved by People, and provides the ultimate user experience through a combination of intelligent technology and truly personal customer care. Digital transformation is a key point of The Next Generation concept, which … [Read more...] about QR Cargo zeros in on digital transformation
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Emirates offers free cargo space to support Pakistan
Emirates SkyCargo has set up an air bridge between Dubai and Pakistan to offer free cargo to transport relief aid to people grappling with the damage caused by devastating floods. From 2 September, cargo capacity on all Emirates’ passenger flights to Pakistan will be available to transport critical equipment and supplies, food and other emergency relief goods directly to Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, and Sialkot. The airline said these humanitarian flights will be offered to … [Read more...] about Emirates offers free cargo space to support Pakistan
JD Airlines secures air carrier certificate
Jiangsu Jingdong Cargo Airlines or JD Airlines, an affiliate of JD Logistics, received the air carrier certificate from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) on August 31. The carrier will have its principal base at Nantong Xingdong International Airport as it plans to develop its domestic network in China around the key cities of Nantong, Beijing, Shenzhen and Wuxi. The airline said it will extend its reach to Chengdu and Chongqing and will gradually cover major cities in … [Read more...] about JD Airlines secures air carrier certificate
Air Canada adds Releye to cold chain solution
Air Canada Cargo is set to become the first Canadian operator of Envirotainer’s Releye RLP, as part of its cold chain solution AB Absolute. The new live-monitored, temperature-controlled certified aircraft containers, including the larger RAP, are designed to meet the strictest requirements in pharmaceutical air freight. The introduction of these containers follows the recent inauguration of Air Canada’s new cold chain handling facility at its Toronto Pearson International Airport … [Read more...] about Air Canada adds Releye to cold chain solution
Thales Singapore names new country head
Tech company Thales has appointed Emily Tan as country director for Thales Singapore and as CEO for Thales Solutions Asia Pte Ltd, effective 1 September 2022. The Singaporean native, who spent 14 years with Shell assuming leadership roles, will oversee the 2,000-strong Thales team across three sites in the city-state, including the Group’s Digital Identity & Security manufacturing centre located at Ayer Rajah Crescent and the Group’s largest avionics production and MRO facility at Changi … [Read more...] about Thales Singapore names new country head
Korean Air to start new Budapest route in October
Korean Air is set to fly its inaugural passenger flight to Budapest in Hungary on 3 October using its Boeing 787-900. The service will fly once a week on Mondays from Seoul Incheon to Budapest with a return flight the next day. The airline said the move follows the launch of cargo services to Budapest in February 2020 as it plans to bolster the competitiveness of its European network, especially in the eastern region. Korean Air will increase the number of flights to Budapest to two (every … [Read more...] about Korean Air to start new Budapest route in October
