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Back in the black: SIA posts profit growth in Q1

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SIA Group posted a record operating profit of S$556 million (around US$403 million) in the first quarter ending June, as the city-state’s flag carrier swung back into the black amidst soaring demand for air travel. This is the airline’s highest quarterly operating profit since the third quarter of FY 2007–2008. Earnings for the period also reversed into a profit of S$370 million (US$268 million). The airline group’s capacity climbed to 61 percent of the pre-covid capacity in Q1 from around 47 … [Read more...] about Back in the black: SIA posts profit growth in Q1

Hactl boosts competency with training accreditation

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Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has become the first cargo terminal and logistics corporation to have its training courses receive accreditation under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF). The four courses which are now recognised under HKQF, are valid for two years and subject to re-accreditation: Certificate in Special and Temperature Controlled Cargo Handling For Supervisors (QF Level 3) Certificate in Dangerous Goods Awareness Training For Handlers (QF Level … [Read more...] about Hactl boosts competency with training accreditation

Cargolux selects 777-8 freighter as future workhorse

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Europe's largest all-cargo airline Cargolux has selected the 777-8 freighter as the preferred aircraft to replace its 747-400 fleet, the company announced at the Farnborough International Airshow last week. Boeing, which launched the newest widebody freighter model in January, said it has booked more than 50 orders for the 777-8 freighter model, which it insists offers the highest payload and the lowest fuel use, emissions and operating cost per tonne of any large freighter. Cargolux is … [Read more...] about Cargolux selects 777-8 freighter as future workhorse

Turkish, Vietnam Airlines agree on cargo codeshare

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Turkish Airlines and Vietnam Airlines have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation at the Farnborough International Airshow held last week. The carriers will expand their cooperation in transporting passengers and cargo, along with studying the opportunity for a passenger codeshare cooperation on flight routes between Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City and Istanbul. Turkish Airlines and Vietnam Airlines will work more closely in cargo transport through the … [Read more...] about Turkish, Vietnam Airlines agree on cargo codeshare

Malaysia Airlines signs five-year deal with SITA

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Press release Earlier this month, Malaysia Airlines renewed its partnership with SITA for a comprehensive upgrade that will link its global operations to its hub in Kuala Lumpur with fast, secure, and reliable network connectivity. As part of the five-year agreement, Malaysia Airlines will leverage SITA Connect, specifically designed for the air transport industry, to meet the airline’s needs in and outside airports.  SITA Connect will also provide network connectivity that allows … [Read more...] about Malaysia Airlines signs five-year deal with SITA

Menzies Aviation wins handling contracts in Asia

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Menzies Aviation last month secured three new contracts in Southeast Asia and Macau as the ground handling specialist looks to grow in the region. The company secured a three-year contract with Indonesian cargo and regional passenger airline Rimbun Air where it expects to handle up to six daily cargo flights for the airline’s two 737-300F aircraft at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK). The deal will add an additional 40 flights per week to Menzies’ ground services operations in … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation wins handling contracts in Asia