Bangkok Flight Services

Vietnam Airlines taps WFS as cargo handler in Bangkok

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Vietnam Airlines has selected WFS subsidiary Bangkok Flight Services (BFS) as its new cargo handler at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). BFS, established as a joint venture in 2004 between WFS and Bangkok Airways, will handle around 12,000 tonnes of cargo per year for the airline, which operates Airbus A321, A350 and Boeing 787 flights ex Bangkok to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The cargo handler, which also offers full passenger and ramp services at BKK, will handle cargo for Vietnam Airlines’ … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines taps WFS as cargo handler in Bangkok

Thailand’s 2nd largest forwarder making e-progress

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Thailand’s second largest air forwarder, Trans Air Cargo Co Ltd (TAC) is pushing ahead with electronic air cargo operations after having begun their transition to e-AWBs earlier this year and is now sending 400 to 500 AWBs per month electronically. “Continuous engagement with airlines on a local level is an important factor, as airline headquarters may be ready but that doesn’t mean their local offices are,” said Keree Chaichanavong, managing director, TAC. “Selecting the right technology … [Read more...] about Thailand’s 2nd largest forwarder making e-progress

Thai freight forwarders gather to mobilise e-AWB

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An e-freight workshop held in Bangkok at the beginning of April has inspired the Thai air cargo community to speed up e-AWB adoption in the country. The seminar, organised by Bangkok Flight Services (BFS) and Worldwide Information Network (WIN), was well attended by airlines, and a mix of independent and multinational forwarder members of local associations including the Thai Airfreight Forwarders Association (TAFA) and the Thai International Freight Forwarders Association (TIFFA). The … [Read more...] about Thai freight forwarders gather to mobilise e-AWB

Thai to exit freighter services, sell off 22 aircraft

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Thai Airways has announced the latest step in its major restructuring plans that will see it sell off 22 of its aircraft and terminate freighter services as it struggles to overcome seven straight months of losses. The carrier - with nearly US$5.9 billion in debts - will cease operating its final two B747-400BCF services by end of the month. Thai Airways was once a leader in the cargo market, but the company has stopped and started its freight services multiple times in recent years. The … [Read more...] about Thai to exit freighter services, sell off 22 aircraft

Thailand in danger of losing out on perishables

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At a recent international food exhibition held annually in Japan, the Thai booth advertised itself as the “Kitchen of the World”. No surprise as there is big global demand for its high quality fruits and vegetables. But over the last few years, Thai fresh produce has taken a beating from stiff competition in India, Kenya, Ghana, Peru and other countries. By Manfred Singh in Bangkok. While food costs are high, Thai logistics costs have pushed it higher. To top it all, there is … [Read more...] about Thailand in danger of losing out on perishables