Air New Zealand is looking for two airports to further support its efforts towards decarbonisation and has opened an expression of interest, as part of selecting a route to fly its commercial demonstrator aircraft from 2026. The move is part of the airline's ‘Mission Next Gen Aircraft’ launched in December last year, where the carrier announced partnerships with Eviation, Beta, VoltAero and Cranfield Aerospace with plans to launch the first-zero emissions demonstrator flight by … [Read more...] about Air NZ’s ‘Mission Next Gen Aircraft’ calls for airports
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Challenge Group shares ode to Liège air hub
Challenge Group’s hub at Liège Airport has experienced remarkable growth trajectory, expanding from a modest 7,500 square metres to an impressive 42,000 square metres over the past five years. The group tonnage handled at the hub has also witnessed an unprecedented increase, from 78,000 in 2012 to 282,000 tonnes in 2022. Challenge Handling has three state-of-the-art sites in Liège. With an annual capacity for 425,000 tonnes, Challenge Group remains committed to delivering exceptional services to … [Read more...] about Challenge Group shares ode to Liège air hub
IAG Cargo’s tonnage up in H1 as rates slide
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) has released its financial results for the first half of 2023, reporting revenues of €603 million, or around US$660 million. This represents an 8.5 percent jump compared to the same period before the pandemic in 2019 but a 28.5 percent dive year-on-year. Yields for the first half were down from the same period last year, tonnage was up 6.5 percent and 15.3 percent lower in comparison to H1 2019. IAG … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo’s tonnage up in H1 as rates slide
Atlas Air welcomes 2nd freighter for MSC Air Cargo
Atlas Air took delivery of a Boeing 777-200 Freighter on 20 July, which it will operate on behalf of customer MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA, as part of a previously announced long-term ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance) agreement. This is the second of four B777-200 freighters that Atlas Air will operate for MSC, which will complement its existing weekly service. The company offers around-the-world service to airports in Mexico City (NLU), Indianapolis (IND), Liege (LGG), … [Read more...] about Atlas Air welcomes 2nd freighter for MSC Air Cargo
China Airlines touches down in Prague
China Airlines is expanding its network to Europe as the carrier deployed its A350 aircraft on a new route connecting Taiwan to the Czech Republic. The inaugural flight CI067 from Taipei to Prague route saw China Airlines President Kao Shing-Hwang arrive in Prague on 19 July after a non-stop service that lasted 13.5 hours. Prague Airport celebrated the arrival with the traditional water salute ceremony, which also marked the inauguration of the CI068 service on the return trip to … [Read more...] about China Airlines touches down in Prague
GEODIS India celebrates 25th anniversary
GEODIS is celebrating its 25th anniversary in India this year where the company serves over 7,000 customers, from a wide range of industries, with the help of its staff of 450 in 20 sites across the country. For 25 years, the freight forwarder has made key investments in India’s economy to support various business sectors, including automotive, FMCG, healthcare, high technology, industrial and retail. GEODIS has also attained certifications, such as the Investors in People accreditation, IATA … [Read more...] about GEODIS India celebrates 25th anniversary