Doha’s Hamad International Airport finished 2023 strong in its cargo operations as the airport saw volumes increase to 2,340,711 tonnes, from the 2.3 million tonnes reported a year ago. The airport saw 52 airlines in 2023 and reported 252,059 aircraft movements over the past year, a 22 percent increase from the previous year. It strengthened its global network last year with the arrival of Vistara, Air Iberia, Xiamen and others. The airport handled connections to 255 destinations in 2023, … [Read more...] about Hamad International Airport handled more cargo in 2023
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AviusULD names new operations chief
AviusULD, a leader in ULD (unit load device) manufacturing, has promoted Charles Drummond to the position of chief operating officer. Drummond, who started his career as a mechatronics engineer, was previously the vice president of business development and sales at AviusULD. In his new role, Drummond will provide strategic leadership and direction for sales and business development, purchasing, and overall plant management He brings over 25 years of experience in … [Read more...] about AviusULD names new operations chief
DHL Express makes management changes in Asia Pacific
DHL Express has announced several retirements and strategic appointments for Asia Pacific, including Hong Kong and Macau, South Korea and Taiwan. Yung C. Ooi, most recently country manager for Taiwan, has been elected as Asia Pacific’s senior vice president for commercial. He will take over the responsibilities of Yasmin Khan, who retires after 23 years at the DHL Group. Appointed in Yung’s place is Chee Choong, who was managing director for Hong Kong & Macau. 30-year veteran … [Read more...] about DHL Express makes management changes in Asia Pacific
Singapore Airlines obtains CEIV Fresh recertification
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has attained the global recertification of the IATA CEIV Fresh, valid for three years, starting 1 February 2024. The recertification validates SIA’s continuous efforts to meet the air freight industry’s highest standards for food safety and preventing food waste along the supply chain. The flag carrier offers speed and reliability in handling and transporting time- and temperature-sensitive perishable cargo via its THRUFRESH service, which features dedicated cold … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines obtains CEIV Fresh recertification
Brussels Airport to share incentive for SAF use this year
One could say that the formula to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuel is one that would require not only stakeholder involvement but also regulatory and government support, and in Belgium, Brussels Airport is making a head start by offering a SAF incentive for both passenger and cargo airlines, thanks to federal government support, This year Brussels Airport Company will be granting a special financial contribution to promote SAF use, considered one of the lowest hanging fruits … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport to share incentive for SAF use this year
U-Freight to expand e-commerce fulfilment services
Startup businesses in Hong Kong and Asia that are looking for cost-effective solutions in order fulfilment no longer need to look further as U-Freight Group is set to expand its e-commerce logistics operations this year. Members of UFL’s e+ Solutions (ePlus) services showcased the brand's capabilities at the Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference in November 2023, where the team was able to demonstrate its warehouse automation technologies. The event also served as a platform to … [Read more...] about U-Freight to expand e-commerce fulfilment services