Air Charter Service has announced that Andrew Summers has been appointed to the role of Regional Director for ACS’s Mainland European offices. Chris Leach, ACS’s Chairman, commented: “We believe that a dedicated focus on the continent is essential to our growth plans – a region that makes up 15% of the global economy. Over the past decade Andrew has been head of our Middle East, Africa and India region, based out of Dubai, and has done a fantastic job in growing our business across that region. … [Read more...] about Andrew Summers appointed as Regional Director for ACS Europe
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Dubai Airports drives Emiratisation through strategic partnerships
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s largest international hub, Dubai International (DXB), signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SD (Middle East), a subsidiary of Siemens Logistics, to further support Emiratisation efforts across its operations. This strategic partnership aligns with the UAE’s goal of increasing Emiratisation and reinforces Dubai Airports’ commitment to achieving national Emiratisation targets through strategic, private-sector partnerships. Meshari Al Bannai, … [Read more...] about Dubai Airports drives Emiratisation through strategic partnerships
dnata announces significant sustainability progress and calls for greater collaboration from infrastructure providers
On World Environment Day, dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced highlight results over the past 12 months as part of its ongoing sustainability strategy. For its airport operations, travel and catering businesses, dnata has cut the carbon intensity of its operations by over 8%, 22% and 26% respectively, and diverted waste from landfill across its global operations by up to 65%. As a result of its consistent investments in renewable infrastructure, equipment, … [Read more...] about dnata announces significant sustainability progress and calls for greater collaboration from infrastructure providers
Cathay and Singapore Airlines to collaborate on sustainability initiatives
Cathay and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a broad range of sustainability initiatives. These collective efforts are aimed at advocating for the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region, a critical decarbonisation lever for the sector, and sharing best practices to boost sustainability performance. The MoU was signed by Cathay Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr Ronald Lam and Singapore … [Read more...] about Cathay and Singapore Airlines to collaborate on sustainability initiatives
Menzies Aviation completes Groundforce Portugal deal
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has completed its acquisition of a 50.1% stake in Groundforce Portugal. Groundforce Portugal manages more than 100,000 aircraft turns every year across five of the busiest airports in Portugal, where it provides ground and air cargo services to several leading global airlines. Upon completion, Menzies secures a 65% market share in Portugal. The successful completion of this transaction, more than 12 months … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation completes Groundforce Portugal deal
Challenge Airlines BE celebrates five years of success in the air cargo industry
Challenge Airlines BE, one of the three airlines part of the Challenge Group, has marked its fifth anniversary. Established in 2018 as ACE Belgium Freighter and rebranded in 2020, Challenge Airlines BE has shown remarkable growth and resilience. Starting with two B747F aircraft, the airline expanded its fleet by adding a third aircraft in 2022. Over the past five years, it has operated over 6,300 flights, managed more than half a million tons of cargo, and served around 20 … [Read more...] about Challenge Airlines BE celebrates five years of success in the air cargo industry