DHL Express and Malaysia-based aviation solutions provider Pen Aviation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to commercialise urgent cargo deliveries using unmanned aerial vehicles, in partnership with Raya Airways as the main drone operator. The integrator announced that it will participate in a proof of commercialisation (POC) by end-2021 to demonstrate the commercial viability of time-critical cargo drone delivery for port logistics missions to serve the maritime … [Read more...] about DHL Express to pilot cargo drones over Malaysian waters
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Vallair delivers its third A321 freighter
Vallair, the mature aircraft asset specialist dedicated to the support of both operators and lessors, and launch customer of the A321 freighter conversion (A321F), has delivered its third Airbus A321 freighter, bearing serial number 1017. This aircraft follows two Airbus A321Fs already delivered by Vallair that are presently in operation: MSN835 delivered in October 2020 and MSN 891 delivered in June 2021. As the first ever Airbus A321 cargo conversion aircraft to have been inducted in China, … [Read more...] about Vallair delivers its third A321 freighter
Air cargo takes spotlight at 8th Payload Asia Awards
On 1 October 2021, leading companies in air cargo and logistics gathered to recognise the winners of the prestigious Payload Asia Awards over a gala dinner celebration at the Fairmont Singapore Hotel. More than 70 industry professionals attended the physical event, which was headlined by an online conference to discuss the state of air cargo with views and insights from renowned leaders and stalwarts in air cargo and logistics. The Payload Asia Conference was held online and featured … [Read more...] about Air cargo takes spotlight at 8th Payload Asia Awards
DFW: Staying cool and ahead in the cold chain
In an email interview with Payload Asia, Milton De La Paz, vice president for airline relations and cargo business development at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, gives us a rundown of the airport community at DFW, the heightened focus on pharma and perishables as well as the air hub’s future prospects to grow the cargo business. Can you tell us more about DFW? Who are the main airlines, cargo handlers and forwarders that make up the cargo community at the airport? We currently … [Read more...] about DFW: Staying cool and ahead in the cold chain
Precision Aircraft on freighter conversions and more
Amidst a surge in e-commerce shipments and lack of belly capacity, cargo operators, lessors, and investors are now looking at converting narrowbody freighters as a more long-term strategic investment. But with only a handful of players capable and authorised to make such modifications, one of the issues is where do we find the capacity to convert these orders? In an interview, Payload Asia talks to Zach Young, director of sales and marketing of Precision Aircraft as he gives us a rundown of the … [Read more...] about Precision Aircraft on freighter conversions and more
Atlas Air, DHL Express lock in contract extensions
Atlas Air has entered into contract extensions with DHL Express to continue operating 20 freighter aircraft in support of their fast-growing express and e-commerce markets. These agreements build on the long-standing strategic partnership between Atlas Air Worldwide and DHL, which began in 2008 and included DHL acquiring 49% of AAWW’s subsidiary, Polar Air Cargo, as well as a long-term agreement for six dedicated 747-400Fs to operate on key trans-Pacific routes. The partnership has grown … [Read more...] about Atlas Air, DHL Express lock in contract extensions