Boeing, Airbus and Embraer recently signed a memorandum of understanding to work together on the development of drop-in, affordable aviation biofuels. The three leading airframe manufacturers agreed to seek collaborative opportunities to speak in unity to government, biofuel producers and other key stakeholders to support, promote and accelerate the availability of sustainable new jet fuel sources. Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Jim Albaugh, Airbus president and CEO Tom … [Read more...] about Airframers cooperate on biofuel commercialisation
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IAG may purchase stake in American Airlines
The International Consolidated Airlines Group SA (IAG), owner of British Airways, may buy a stake in American Airlines to pre-empt a similar move by a rival, the UK’s Sunday Times reported. IAG has been prompted to consider the step as US Airways Group Inc. and Delta Air Lines Inc. also may bid for US-based American, according to the report. William Walsh, IAG’s chief executive officer, is weighing several options, the Times said. … [Read more...] about IAG may purchase stake in American Airlines
Cargolux takes delivery of third B747-8F
Cargolux has accepted its third B747-8 freighter at the end of March joining a fleet of nine B747-400F, three B747-400BCF and two B747-8F. The new aircraft was originally due in late 2011 but the delivery was pushed back by programme delays at Boeing. The rollover of the Cargolux fleet will continue in 2012 and as the carrier builds up its B747-8 freighter fleet, the three leased B747-400BCF, that are currently operated to bridge the capacity gap caused by the delivery delays, … [Read more...] about Cargolux takes delivery of third B747-8F
FIATA plays it SAFE at HQ session
The International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations’ (FIATA), Customs Affairs Institute (CAI) annual FIATA Headquarters session this year saw one of the largest audiences ever gathered, as participants sought to distil the essence of important changes that have taken place since the adoption of the global SAFE Framework of Standards. Two review cycles have already taken place and none without important consequences for freight forwarders and Customs representatives. … [Read more...] about FIATA plays it SAFE at HQ session
Cargo 2000 renews classification system
Cargo 2000, the air cargo industry quality standard that currently sees 80 major airlines, forwarders and third parties in airfreight participating has launched a new classification system for membership, saying it will increase the quality of air cargo processes internally and externally. Mattijs ten Brink, chairman of Cargo 2000, said: “The ultimate goal is to move air cargo organisations towards the full integration of Cargo 2000 and to increase the value of our programme both … [Read more...] about Cargo 2000 renews classification system
Turkish Cargo expands, ups frequency
Turkish Cargo and its passenger division Turkish Airlines have expanded its network with new destinations and increasing the number of flight frequencies. The increased passenger flight frequencies have boosted bellyhold capacity giving the cargo division more capacity and flexibility, as well as facilitating the carrier’s significant transit cargo handling. In this context, Los Angeles (LAX) flights’ frequencies will be increased 5 to 17 per week from 26 March, New York (JFK) … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo expands, ups frequency
