Teams from 10 international airlines have taken part in the fifteenth Hactl International Forklift and Pallet Building Competition, held at Hactl’s SuperTerminal 1 in Hong Kong. Now a fixture on the calendar, the forklift driving element of the event tested the ability of contestants to manoeuvre forklift trucks precisely and safely along complex courses that are typical of the terminal environment. Meanwhile, the pallet building contest gave contestants one hour to palletise as much cargo as … [Read more...] about Hactl champions aviation safety at its forklift and pallet building competition
Japan Airlines
JAL to increase weekly code-share cargo flights with KALITTA Airlines between Narita and Chicago
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) is pleased to announce an increase in the number of weekly code-share cargo flights operated with KALITTA Airlines between Narita and Chicago from three to five flights per week, starting December 10. Since May 2025, JAL has been providing stable and flexible air cargo transportation by incorporating large cargo aircraft into its network through a code-share agreement with KALITTA. This has enabled JAL to respond to the rapidly growing cargo demand between Asia … [Read more...] about JAL to increase weekly code-share cargo flights with KALITTA Airlines between Narita and Chicago
JAL renews CEIV Pharma Certification-first Japanese airline to include ground transportation in scope
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) has successfully renewed its CEIV Pharma certification (Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics) at Narita Airport on October 24, 2025, following the audit conducted by IATA that began on October 23. Since initially obtaining the CEIV Pharma certification in 2023, JAL has continuously enhanced its quality management and handling systems for pharmaceutical cargo to ensure the safe and reliable transport of medicines. In recent … [Read more...] about JAL renews CEIV Pharma Certification-first Japanese airline to include ground transportation in scope
HAECO expands line maintenance partnership with JAL at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
HAECO, a global leader in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solutions, has expanded its line maintenance partnership with Japan Airlines (JAL) at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. This partnership marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time JAL has entrusted an overseas MRO provider with advanced, non-routine maintenance tasks, including technical inspection, lubrication, testing, and cleaning at one of its key outstations. Gerald Steinhoff, Chief Commercial … [Read more...] about HAECO expands line maintenance partnership with JAL at Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Japan Airlines becomes first Japanese airline to introduce biomass-based cargo stretch films using the mass balance method
Starting in October 2025, JAL will sequentially introduce cargo stretch films made from biomass materials using the mass balance method at domestic airports. This marks the first initiative within Japan’s aviation industry. Compared to conventional methods, the mass balance method reduces concerns about raw material shortages and requires no large-scale capital investment. Additionally, this method achieves physical properties equivalent to those of conventional petroleum-based products. JAL … [Read more...] about Japan Airlines becomes first Japanese airline to introduce biomass-based cargo stretch films using the mass balance method
Japan Airlines unveils revamped JALCARGO website with enhanced digital features
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) will completely renew its cargo website on August 28, 2025. Featuring a refined design along with diverse content such as “JALCARGO NEXT” column, case studies, and a Fresh from the producer page, as well as enhanced support tools such as chatbots and FAQs, the renewed platform aims to offer customers a more convenient, clear, and user-friendly experience. Overview of the JALCARGO website renewal Easier to navigate To help customers quickly find the information … [Read more...] about Japan Airlines unveils revamped JALCARGO website with enhanced digital features
