In an air cargo environment shaped by volatility, shifting trade flows, and increasingly complex shipment requirements, air charter services continue to play a critical role in keeping supply chains moving. For Chapman Freeborn, time-critical, humanitarian, and outsized cargo remain central to its operations, anchoring the company’s position as a specialist within the broader air cargo ecosystem. “Time-critical, humanitarian, and outsized cargo remain the core types of ad-hoc aircraft … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn: Meeting charter demand where conventional capacity falls short
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Xeneta: Middle East conflict is the latest macro-event testing the global logistics market
Another rise in air cargo market demand in February 2026, up +6% year-on-year, continued the encouraging spike in volume seen over the previous two months, and signalled underlying market resilience, despite the level of global trade and economic turbulence experienced over the past year. But, five days into March, and with conflict now escalating in the Middle East, the market outlook is, once again, open to question, say industry analysts Xeneta. Global air cargo update Demand growth last … [Read more...] about Xeneta: Middle East conflict is the latest macro-event testing the global logistics market
CHAMP Cargosystems adds new aircraft type, Boeing 777-300ERSF, to its load planning solution Cargospot Weight & Balance
CHAMP Cargosystems, a global leader in air cargo technology, has rolled out a significant update to its Cargospot Weight & Balance solution, expanding support to a broader range of freighter aircraft, including the Big Twin Freighter Boeing 777-300ERSF. This makes CHAMP the first worldwide to fully support this freighter modification in live operations. This enhancement enables airlines to seamlessly manage increasingly complex and diverse freighter fleets, including aircraft that have … [Read more...] about CHAMP Cargosystems adds new aircraft type, Boeing 777-300ERSF, to its load planning solution Cargospot Weight & Balance
Thomas Schürmann appointed Managing Director Germany of Frankfurt Cargo Services
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has announced Thomas Schürmann will take up the post of Managing Director Germany of its subsidiary Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS) in April. Thomas will join FCS having previously served as Head of Cargo Operations & Delivery at Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi. Current FCS Managing Director, Claus Wagner, remains with the group, and will take over the management of the Frankfurt operation of parent company Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a … [Read more...] about Thomas Schürmann appointed Managing Director Germany of Frankfurt Cargo Services
ANA HD completes long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa
ANA Holdings Inc. (ANA HD) recently completed long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa Prefecture, validating the use of VTOL fixed-wing drones to transport prescription pharmaceuticals and research blood samples across remote islands. The trials were conducted from Oct. 19, 2025, to Jan. 29, 2026, using VTOL fixed-wing drones capable of vertical takeoff and landing while cruising efficiently at high speeds over long distances like a fixed-wing aircraft. The initiative was … [Read more...] about ANA HD completes long-distance medical supply drone delivery trials in Okinawa
TIACA reports strong sales momentum for Air Cargo Forum 2026 in Miami; registration now open
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) announces powerful early momentum for the Air Cargo Forum 2026, taking place October 26 to 28, 2026 in Miami. With over 50 percent of exhibit space already sold and strong global demand continuing, TIACA has expanded the original floorplan to accommodate additional exhibitors. Prime booth locations remain available. Registration for Air Cargo Forum 2026 is now officially open, and with the full event schedule published, attendees and exhibitors … [Read more...] about TIACA reports strong sales momentum for Air Cargo Forum 2026 in Miami; registration now open
