ACE 2017: Opening Day As with every industry specific conference or exhibition, the opening address sets the tone for the days to come. Th is was no diff erent at Air Cargo Europe 2017, where from the word go, the introduction, opening address and panel discussion started the ball rolling on some of the hottest topics in the industry. Already in its eighth year, the opening address for the exhibition and conference was delivered by Alexander Dobrindt, MP – Federal Minister of Transport and … [Read more...] about Air Cargo Europe Supplement
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Fraport sets new climate protection targets
Fraport AG has set new climate protection targets for 2030 modeled on the German government’s Climate Action Plan. Th e new climate protection targets are presented in the latest combined fi nancial and sustainability report for business year 2016, titled: “2016 Compact – Gute Reise! We Make It Happen”, which was issued by the Fraport Group. By 2030, Fraport AG is aiming to cut CO2 emissions produced by operational activities at Frankfurt Airport to 80,000 metric tons. Compared with … [Read more...] about Fraport sets new climate protection targets
Lufthansa Cargo launches liveSensor
Lufthansa Cargo has launched liveSensor, an optional tracking service that allows cargo airline customers to keep an eye on their shipments over the course of the entire transport route in real time. liveSensor can also be used to determine where a shipment is and whether transport conditions agreed are complied with. Th e tracking device also detects factors such as temperature, humidity, and pressure, and also records data such as alignment and vibration. Light sensors determine … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo launches liveSensor
Heathrow Cargo launches new tool to reduce freight emissions
Heathrow Cargo launched a new load consolidation app that is part of the new Heathrow CargoCloud. Th e new app is the UK’s fi rst of its kind, and a key part of the airport’s plan to reduce the impact of airport-related traffi c on the community. With the app, cargo operators will be able to consolidate freight loads coming into and out of Heathrow, improving efficiency and reducing the number of trucks and emissions on the roads surrounding the airport. Companies that subscribe to … [Read more...] about Heathrow Cargo launches new tool to reduce freight emissions
Hactl: Maintaining a global presence
For six straight years, Hong Kong has led the air cargo world as a top cargo hub – producing enviable volumes that challenge most other airports to attain. Hong Kong’s location certainly provides major advantages – such as being central to the buoyant economies of Asia, and also the bilingual and well-served gateway to China. Th e presence of the Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) is also an added advantage – the company has a proud 40-year history of investment and innovation and is … [Read more...] about Hactl: Maintaining a global presence
Living in uncertain times
Let’s move away from aviation for a moment as we ponder upon living in uncertain times – economic turmoil, political unress, terrorism, racial intolerance, natural catastrophe and what have you. Its almost certain to read or view such unpleasant news daily these days. The tragedy that struck UK last month when a home-made explosive went off at the Manchester Arena during a music concert, injured over 100 people and killed 22, of whom included an innocent eight year old. Speculation in the … [Read more...] about Living in uncertain times
