Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, is starting a three-month trial using HVO biofuel in its airside transport fleet at London’s Heathrow Airport in support of SATS’ environmental, social and governance (ESG) group priorities and Heathrow’s goal for all airport vehicles to be zero-emission or using biofuels by 2030. Commencing on 1 July 2024, the trial Initially involves two of WFS’s airside transport vehicles. Based on the successful outcome of the trial, WFS will … [Read more...] about WFS signs up airside transport fleet for HVO biofuel trial at Heathrow Airport
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Air Charter Service arranges charter to fly hops from Europe for Mexican beer manufacturer
When a leading alcoholic beverage manufacturer in Mexico was facing supply chain issues, Air Charter Service stepped in to help with the delivery of more than 100 tons of hops from Germany, needed for the beer-making process. Marco Circosta, ACS Mexico’s CEO, commented, “We were contacted by our freight forwarder customer in Mexico who’s client had seven of its breweries urgently requiring several tons of hops each for producing their beers. Their regular supply of hops comes from Germany, … [Read more...] about Air Charter Service arranges charter to fly hops from Europe for Mexican beer manufacturer
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Raquel Regalado announce approval of $400+ million cargo facility at Miami International Airport
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and County Commissioner Raquel Regalado, District 7, announced that the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners has approved to invest a minimum of $400 million in constructing a four-story cargo facility at Miami International Airport that will be the first of its kind in the Western Hemisphere and, when completed, will increase the airport’s total cargo capacity by at least 50% or potentially up to two million tons annually. Scheduled for … [Read more...] about Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Commissioner Raquel Regalado announce approval of $400+ million cargo facility at Miami International Airport
Menzies Aviation and KLM renew long-running partnership at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced the renewal of a major cargo and ground handling contract with the Dutch flag carrier, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Menzies will provide cargo warehouse and ramp handling services for all KLM/Martinair freighter operations at AMS for the next five years, with this renewed contract representing the company’s largest contract at the main international airport in the … [Read more...] about Menzies Aviation and KLM renew long-running partnership at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
CEVA Logistics, Almajdouie Logistics sign joint venture in Saudi Arabia
As a part of its strategic plan, CEVA Logistics announced that it has signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Almajdouie Logistics, one of the leading logistics providers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The signed agreement now awaits review and approval by the necessary regulatory authorities. CEVA Logistics would control the majority of the newly established joint venture. Strategic move for both sides The JV would mark a major milestone in both companies’ growth strategies. … [Read more...] about CEVA Logistics, Almajdouie Logistics sign joint venture in Saudi Arabia
Silk Way Airlines successfully completes mission to relocate beluga whales to their new home
Silk Way Airlines is proud to announce the successful transportation of two beluga whales from an aquarium in Ukraine to their new home in Spain. This extraordinary mission, completed under challenging circumstances, highlights Silk Way Airlines' commitment to animal welfare and its capability to handle delicate and complex cargo. The two beluga whales, which were evacuated from an aquarium in Ukraine, were transported to a new facility in Spain where they will receive the care and … [Read more...] about Silk Way Airlines successfully completes mission to relocate beluga whales to their new home