A new airline name is appearing in Hong Kong, with the imminent arrival of the first official flight of MSC Air Cargo, operated by MSC Air, after the purchase and rebranding of AlisCargo Airlines. The Milan-based carrier – part of the giant Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) empire – has chosen Hong Kong’s largest independent ground handler, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl), as its service partner. MSC-owned B777 freighters first appeared in Hong Kong in December 2022, with the … [Read more...] about Hactl adds MSC Air to its customer portfolio
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IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium: Aligning for the future
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that “Aligning for the Future” is the theme of the joint 2024 IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event takes place on 30-31 October 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) is the host airline for the event. The customer is the link between the two symposia which will be jointly held for a second year based on the feedback of attendees. “By … [Read more...] about IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium: Aligning for the future
Ninth straight months of double-digit growth for air cargo in August, says IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), rose by 11.4% compared to August 2023 levels (12.4% for international operations). This is the ninth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year growth, with overall levels reaching heights not seen since the record peaks of 2021. Capacity, measured in available cargo … [Read more...] about Ninth straight months of double-digit growth for air cargo in August, says IATA
ST Engineering secures exclusive contract with Akasa Air for LEAP-1B engine maintenance
ST Engineering today announced that its Commercial Aerospace business has secured a 15-year exclusive maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) contract with Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, to provide MRO solutions for the LEAP-1B engines that power its Boeing 737 MAX fleet. Under the agreement, ST Engineering will provide Akasa Air with the first Performance Restoration Shop Visit (PRSV) service for their LEAP-1B engines at its aerospace facility in Singapore. This partnership covers … [Read more...] about ST Engineering secures exclusive contract with Akasa Air for LEAP-1B engine maintenance
Dubai Airports to grow its solar footprint to cut its carbon footprint
In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group, and His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai Airports announced a landmark collaboration with Etihad Clean Energy Development Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DEWA, to … [Read more...] about Dubai Airports to grow its solar footprint to cut its carbon footprint
Etihad Cargo reaches 10-year milestone in Vietnam
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, is celebrating a decade of successful operations in Vietnam. This milestone highlights the carrier's commitment to supporting Vietnam's booming trade and economic growth, particularly in the high-tech and manufacturing sectors. Since the launch of freighter services in July 2014, Etihad Cargo has continuously expanded its operations in Vietnam. The airline began with two A330 freighter flights to Hanoi per week, offering 120 tonnes … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo reaches 10-year milestone in Vietnam
