Challenge Group is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations in India with the introduction of two weekly flights to Delhi, starting October 3, 2024. This brings the Group’s total to five weekly flights into India, including three into Mumbai. The new service will operate on Wednesdays and Sundays using Challenge Group’s growing fleet of Boeing 767F aircraft, with a capacity of approximately 52 tons each. “Delhi is a vital hub for global trade, and our new routes reflect our … [Read more...] about Challenge Group launches new flights to Delhi, expanding Indian operations
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Challenge Group introduces exclusive engine dolly at Liege Airport
Challenge Group is proud to announce the launch of its latest innovation at its hub in Liège—an exclusive engine dolly designed for the safe transport of aircraft engines directly from the offloading point to the aircraft door. This specialized dolly sets a new industry benchmark with advanced shock-absorbing cushions that protect sensitive engines from tarmac vibrations. With a maximum capacity of 13,800 kg and flexible loading options for 16FT X-load, 20FT, and 10FT configurations, it … [Read more...] about Challenge Group introduces exclusive engine dolly at Liege Airport
Challenge Group is now IATA CEIV Lithium Battery certified
Following six months of intense preparation, training and strict auditing, Challenge Group is now IATA CEIV Lithium Battery certified, in addition to its existing IATA CEIV Pharma and IATA CEIV Live accreditations previously awarded to Challenge Airlines and Challenge Handling in Liège. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), around 1.3 million shipments of lithium batteries are transported by air annually. They also estimate that about 5% of air cargo shipments … [Read more...] about Challenge Group is now IATA CEIV Lithium Battery certified
Challenge Group names Petur Thor Gudjonsson as Technical Director at Challenge Technic
Challenge Group and its subsidiary, Challenge Technic, are pleased to announce the appointment of Petur Thor Gudjonsson as the new Technical Director at Challenge Technic in Reykjavik, Iceland. As its fleet continues to grow and its commitment to excellence deepens, Challenge Group is proud to welcome Petur, who brings over 20 years of invaluable experience in Line Maintenance, having worked with renowned industry leaders such as Air Atlanta, SO Tech, Wow Air, and GMT. His expertise spans … [Read more...] about Challenge Group names Petur Thor Gudjonsson as Technical Director at Challenge Technic
Challenge Group Signs MOU with China Henan Aviation Co., Ltd. at Air Cargo China
Challenge Group is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China Henan Aviation Co., Ltd., the holding company owning CGO Airport, during a signing ceremony held yesterday at the Air Cargo China trade show. The MOU was signed on 25th June by Mr. Yossi Shoukroun, CEO of Challenge Group, and Mr. Liu Jianming, Vice President of China Henan Aviation Co. Ltd. At the presence of Hon.Sun Shougang, Executive Vice Governor of Henan Province and Mr. Offer Gilboa, … [Read more...] about Challenge Group Signs MOU with China Henan Aviation Co., Ltd. at Air Cargo China
Challenge Group appoints new operations chief
Challenge Group has elected David Canavan as chief operating officer (COO). Canavan comes with a proven track record of over 30 years of international experience in strategic planning, operational efficiency, supply chain management and logistics, having previously led various multinational teams and business units in senior management roles both in Europe and Asia at FedEx. In his new role, Canavan will be responsible for leading, planning, directing, coordinating, aligning … [Read more...] about Challenge Group appoints new operations chief