In November 2025, some 4.8 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), an increase of 4.0 percent compared to November last year. With the fall school vacations in the neighbouring state of Bavaria extending into November, leisure destinations continued to see high demand, particularly Italy (up 16.4 percent), Greece (up 10.9 percent) and Spain (up 5.9 percent). In addition, traditional business destinations also registered high growth rates in November, notably Switzerland (up … [Read more...] about Frankfurt Airport cargo climbs 4.7% in November as global demand strengthens
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IATA survey shows growing awareness of ONE Record and areas for further support
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released findings from a survey of cargo industry participants to assess industry awareness, readiness, and support needs for the implementation of ONE Record as the preferred data-sharing standard for air cargo from 1 January 2026. Top line findings show significant levels of awareness and readiness among respondents with: Over 70% showing awareness of ONE Record among respondents, and Nearly 50% indicating readiness. The … [Read more...] about IATA survey shows growing awareness of ONE Record and areas for further support
Chapman Freeborn: the business model, expertise and client-centricity to navigate turbulent air freight markets
The global air freight market is shifting dramatically. In the last 12 months alone, the industry has witnessed major changes on several of the busiest international trade lanes. The strong demand for e-commerce uplift from Asia to the US, one of the largest trade lanes in the world, peaked in Q4 2024 and has tailed off significantly since then. This phenomenon—driven by changes in regulatory and trade policies as well as broader market forces—has resulted in a substantial shift in global air … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn: the business model, expertise and client-centricity to navigate turbulent air freight markets
How specialised aerospace logistics providers keep airlines flying
As a crucial part of the global aviation industry, specialised aerospace logistics providers must combine strict compliance with regulatory requirements and a flexible, proactive approach to every delivery. Two seasoned professionals from the logistics team of global MRO provider FL Technics, Raimondo Gramaglia, Head of Sales and Business Development, and Mažvydas Matažinskas, Head of Logistics and Storage, explain how strong partnerships and an adaptable mindset underpin success in this complex … [Read more...] about How specialised aerospace logistics providers keep airlines flying
Aurrigo International aims for global scale-up with launch of new licensing and hub programme
A leading provider of transport technology solutions has launched a new international licensing and hub programme designed to accelerate its global commercialisation strategy. Aurrigo International plc, which recently raised £14.1m to scale-up its autonomous and connected airport solutions, will seek local relationships, funding, operations and manufacturing support to bring its Auto-DollyTug®, Auto-Cargo®, Auto-Shuttle® and Auto-Sim® solutions to even more airports and ground handling … [Read more...] about Aurrigo International aims for global scale-up with launch of new licensing and hub programme
AEI received Director General of Civil Aviation (India) STC approval for B737-800SF freighter conversion
Aeronautical Engineers, Inc. (AEI) announced that India’s Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved AEI’s STC (ST02690LA) for the 12-pallet position B737-800SF freighter conversion. AEI currently has FAA, CAAC, EASA, TCCA, UK CAA, CAACI (Cayman Islands), DCA (Guernsey), Brazilian, Argentinian ANAC and now Indian DGCA approval for its B737-800SF. Chennai-based Afcom Holding Limited, a cargo airline, is taking a previously converted AEI B737-800SF (MSN 33003) on lease and will … [Read more...] about AEI received Director General of Civil Aviation (India) STC approval for B737-800SF freighter conversion
