Chapman Freeborn, the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has supported the time-sensitive delivery of a CFM56-7B engine stand to Johannesburg in cooperation with EngineStands.com, a global engine stand leasing provider. The shipment, completed at the end of April, involved one CFM56-7B engine stand owned by EngineStands.com. The equipment was delivered from storage to the customer’s required location in Johannesburg. The delivery required a quick and reliable … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn and EngineStands.com complete time-sensitive engine stand delivery to Johannesburg
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Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exports in 2026
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has reached the milestone of one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exported through the airport since 1st January 2026. The year-to-date volume follows the launch of Prestwick’s Scotland to China seafood export service last September, backed by a significant investment in new equipment, dedicated cool chain personnel, and temperature-controlled facilities for time-sensitive exports. Prestwick’s seafood export operation includes high-volume metal … [Read more...] about Glasgow Prestwick Airport marks one million kilograms of Scottish salmon exports in 2026
Skyworks Solutions: Why collaboration, not cost, defines a shipper of choice
When Skyworks Solutions was named Shipper of Choice – Collaboration at the 12th Payload Asia Awards, the recognition reflected more than strong ties across the air cargo value chain. It underscored how a global technology manufacturer has deliberately engineered its air freight strategy around reliability, transparency, and long-term partnerships—principles increasingly reshaping shipper expectations amid ongoing volatility. For Barakathulla Buhari, Country Manager and Senior Director of … [Read more...] about Skyworks Solutions: Why collaboration, not cost, defines a shipper of choice
DHL Express launches new direct flight to strengthen Taiwan-Europe connectivity
DHL Express has strengthened its air network with the launch of a new flight connecting Taipei and Leipzig. With the Boeing 777 freighter, the service provides close to 200 tons of weekly capacity – double of the previous arrangement – enhancing both uplift capability and transit times to meet growing shipment demand between Asia and Europe. The route is operated by AeroLogic, a joint venture between DHL Express and Lufthansa Cargo, with twice-weekly flights between Leipzig and Taipei. “The … [Read more...] about DHL Express launches new direct flight to strengthen Taiwan-Europe connectivity
Qatar Airways Cargo enhances global network with new destinations, route resumptions and capacity
Qatar Airways Cargo has expanded its global capacity with the relaunch of Boeing 777 freighters to the Austrian capital city Vienna, while adding a second Boeing 777 freighter to Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland. The freighter to Vienna will operate on the Doha – Budapest – Vienna – Doha route while the additional Warsaw freighter will operate on the Doha – Budapest – Warsaw – Doha route, unlocking increased cargo capacity. The airline has also enhanced its passenger network, … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways Cargo enhances global network with new destinations, route resumptions and capacity
Passenger and cargo traffic at Frankfurt Airport impacted by six days of strike action in April
Some 4.8 million passengers travelled via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in April 2026, an 11.0 percent decrease compared to the same month last year. The decline was primarily attributable to strikes at Lufthansa, called by the pilots’ union, Vereinigung Cockpit, and the UFO union that represents cabin staff. The strikes took place over a total of six days, affecting approximately 500,000 passengers. Cargo volumes (comprising both airfreight and airmail) were also impacted by the strikes at … [Read more...] about Passenger and cargo traffic at Frankfurt Airport impacted by six days of strike action in April
