Lim Ching Kiat, managing director for air hub development at Changi Airport Group, shares his insights on sustainability as the airport looks to renew its commitment to making a sustainable Changi a reality. Can you share how the Changi Airport Group is contributing in making sustainable air transport a reality? Although airports account for only about 2 percent of global aviation emissions, we form the common platform upon which a multitude of aviation partners operate—from airlines and … [Read more...] about Changi knows it takes a community to be sustainable
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Samsung joins consortium for $11b Sangley project
Plans to ease the congestion in Manila’s main international airport NAIA could see a more positive direction as the SPIA Development Consortium was officially awarded the US$11-billion Sangley Point International Airport (SPIA) project in Cavite province, Philippines, on September 14. Led by Cavitex Holdings and the Yuchengco Group of Companies, the consortium will see foreign support from Samsung C&T Corporation, the construction arm of the Samsung Group and builder of the Burj Khalifa … [Read more...] about Samsung joins consortium for $11b Sangley project
DHL allots €500m to boost contract logistics in India
DHL Supply Chain (DHL) plans to invest €500 million in India over the next five years as it looks to grow its warehousing capacity, workforce and sustainability initiatives in the country. The company plans to own and operate large multi-client sites in India, adding 12 million square feet of warehousing space, to cater to growing sectors like e-commerce, retail, consumer, life sciences, technology, engineering and manufacturing as well as automotive. These warehouses will feature tech … [Read more...] about DHL allots €500m to boost contract logistics in India
Meet IATA’s main guy for cargo in Asia Pacific
In an interview, Payload Asia talks to David Wee, IATA’s regional manager for operations, safety and security (cargo) in Asia Pacific, as he discusses the trade body’s strategy when it comes to developing air freight in the region. Can you tell us about your role and responsibilities with IATA? My role is to develop and execute IATA’s Cargo strategy and priorities for the Asia Pacific region. This includes engaging the air cargo community on sustainability, digitalization, safe carriage of … [Read more...] about Meet IATA’s main guy for cargo in Asia Pacific
Nordic holding firm to launch BBN Airlines Indonesia
Holding company BBN Cargo Airlines plans to establish a new airline based in Jakarta, Indonesia’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport as it looks to capitalise on growth in the region. The newly established cargo airline BBN Airlines Indonesia has set up its operations on 31 August 31 and is in the process of getting the airline business license. BBN Cargo Airlines, which operates Iceland-based cargo airline Bluebird Nordic, said the license should be ready this year, as it hopes to gain … [Read more...] about Nordic holding firm to launch BBN Airlines Indonesia
Etihad to offer more belly space to China next month
Etihad Cargo will introduce an additional 30 tonnes of belly capacity via two weekly direct passenger flights to Guangzhou using a Boeing 777 starting 10 October, subject to regulatory approvals. This latest addition to the carrier’s network means that Etihad will become the first international airline to operate long-haul passenger and cargo services to China’s top three gateways since the start of the pandemic. In July, the carrier announced the introduction of direct passenger flights … [Read more...] about Etihad to offer more belly space to China next month
