Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released the air traffic figures for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for September 2024. During the month, HKIA handled 4.06 million passengers and 29,595 flight movements, marking year-on-year increases of 22.4% and 22.3%, respectively. Cargo throughput increased to 414,000 tonnes, up 10.2% compared to September 2023. Passenger traffic maintained its steady recovery in September. All passenger segments, including Hong Kong residents and visitors as … [Read more...] about Traffic at HKIA continues to grow in September 2024
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Gebrüder Weiss celebrates 20th anniversary in Serbia
Twenty years after entering the Serbian market, the international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss take positive stock. “Serbia has undergone a remarkable economic development in recent years. Our decision to establish a central logistics hub for the Western Balkans here has proven to be the right one,” explained Wolfram Senger-Weiss, CEO of Gebrüder Weiss, to media representatives in Belgrade on October 18. Serbia has developed into an attractive procurement market for automotive … [Read more...] about Gebrüder Weiss celebrates 20th anniversary in Serbia
Vallair Group appoints Pascal Parant to Chief Commercial Marketing Officer
Vallair, the multi-disciplinary MRO and mature aircraft asset specialist, has appointed experienced industry figurehead, Pascal Parant, to the role of Group Chief Commercial & Marketing Officer. Parant joins at a significant time in Vallair’s evolution as the Group expands its reach in aerospace and mobility. Grégoire Lebigot, President of Vallair Group, comments: “It is a great privilege to welcome Pascal to the Vallair Group, he brings a depth of experience and industry knowledge that … [Read more...] about Vallair Group appoints Pascal Parant to Chief Commercial Marketing Officer
Saudia Cargo and Swissport deepen ties with signing of Nairobi Airport agreement
Saudia Cargo announces signing a new Standard Ground Handling Agreement (SGHA) with Swissport International AG, which will serve as its official ground-handling agent at Nairobi Airport. Swissport will handle all aspects of ground support, including cargo handling, loading and unloading, and special care for temperature-sensitive products. Commenting on the strategic collaboration, Mohanned Badri, Vice President of Operations at Saudia Cargo, said: " Our strategic collaboration with Swissport … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo and Swissport deepen ties with signing of Nairobi Airport agreement
Marking 25 years, PACTL unveils strategic blueprint for the next era
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL) marked its 25th anniversary by unveiling a forward-looking five-year strategy, aimed at strengthening its global competitiveness in the air cargo sector and advancing Shanghai’s development as an international shipping hub. Journey of growth and innovation Founded in 1999, PACTL quickly became a key player in air cargo industry, achieving milestones such as the opening of PACTL WEST in 2008, the largest terminal in Asia … [Read more...] about Marking 25 years, PACTL unveils strategic blueprint for the next era
Emirates SkyCargo to expand fleet, capacity with five more Boeing 777 freighters
Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo announced an order for five more of the world's largest and longest-range twin-engine freighter, building on its earlier purchase of five 777 Freighters. The latest order, which was finalized in September and listed as unidentified on Boeing's Orders and Deliveries website, brings Emirates' order book to 249 Boeing widebody airplanes, including 14 777 Freighters. As the cargo division of the world's largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo plans to operate … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo to expand fleet, capacity with five more Boeing 777 freighters