LUG aircargo handling GmbH has announced that it has agreed on a service contract with Emirates, headquartered in Dubai (UAE), effective October 2, 2017. Emirates (EK) operates passenger aircraft (A380 and B777) three times a day between Frankfurt-Main and Dubai. In addition, Emirates offers eight all-cargo flights with B777F per week. LUG will handle the belly cargo as well as road feeder services (RFS) and cargo from freighters for Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of … [Read more...] about LUG adds Emirates to customer portfolio in Frankfurt-Main
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Environment friendly aircraft cleaning technique – Aircraft Drywash
On the occasion of World Environment Day, Emirates is showcasing an environmentally friendly aircraft cleaning technique that has enabled the airline to save millions of litres of water every year. Emirates uses the ‘aircraft drywash’ technique to clean its aircraft. As indicated by the name, little or no water is involved in cleaning the aircraft, which is in contrast to conventional methods of aircraft cleaning which typically use thousands of litres of water per … [Read more...] about Environment friendly aircraft cleaning technique – Aircraft Drywash
Emirates SkyCargo honoured again at Air Cargo Africa
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, was named the ‘Highly Acclaimed Global Cargo Airline of the Year’ at the Air Cargo Africa awards held in Johannesburg on 22 February 2017. With this honour, Emirates SkyCargo continues its decade of domination having won awards at Air Cargo Africa four times in a row since 2011. The award was accepted by Khalid Al Hinai, Emirates vice president, Cargo Commercial Africa at the ceremony held at The Barnyard Theatre and attended by … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo honoured again at Air Cargo Africa
Emirates SkyCargo appoints Ross Barnett as UK cargo manager
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has announced the appointment of Ross Barnett as cargo manager in the UK. Ross, who will now be based in London, has over 30 years’ experience in the cargo industry. He joined Emirates in 1995, holding a number of positions in the company, most recently cargo manager for Northern England and Scotland where he was responsible for over 20 staff based in the region. In his new role, Ross will oversee the 45 … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo appoints Ross Barnett as UK cargo manager
Emirates Group sees profits slide 64%
The Emirates Group has reported a 64 percent year-on-year drop in net profit to US$364 million for the first half of its financial year ending 30 September 2016. Group revenue rose one per cent in the period to US$12.7 billion with Emirates Airline contributing US$11.4 billion, down one per cent. Chairman Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said the result reflected increased competition, a strong US dollar against other currencies, and sustained economic and political uncertainty in many parts … [Read more...] about Emirates Group sees profits slide 64%
Dnata launches new cargo customer service centre in Dubai
Dnata’s new customer service centre for export cargo customers in Dubai was officially inaugurated today. Located in Dubai Airport Free Zone - Freight Gate 5, dnata said this new export centre marks the beginning of a product improvement programme for airlines, freight forwarders and shippers. Spanning over 5,000 sqm with 50 dedicated staff, the centre is expected to serve approximately 700 customers a day and handle 25,000 tonnes of export cargo per month. With new export counters, a … [Read more...] about Dnata launches new cargo customer service centre in Dubai