SATS expands agreement with IATA to implement DG AutoCheck for dangerous goods cargo across its global network SATS Ltd, one of the world’s largest providers of air cargo handling services, has signed a three-year agreement with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to expand the rollout and implementation of DG AutoCheck compliance solution for the safe handling and transportation of dangerous goods shipments at key stations across its international network. This follows SATS’ … [Read more...] about SATS expands agreement with IATA to implement DG AutoCheck for dangerous goods cargo across its global network
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Lufthansa Cargo appoints Oliver von Götz as Head of Global Fulfillment Management
As of 1 September 2024, the former Head of Region Europe at Lufthansa Cargo has taken over the position of Head of Global Fulfillment Management in Frankfurt. Since the beginning of the month, he has been responsible for global warehouse handling, the further development and management of the production system as well as customer service at the cargo airline and is the contact person for the responsible authorities. With 13 years of experience in the aviation industry in the areas of network … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo appoints Oliver von Götz as Head of Global Fulfillment Management
AAPA reports strong growth in August 2024 passenger and cargo Demand
Preliminary August 2024 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) revealed robust growth in international air passenger demand, even as traffic volumes approached pre-pandemic levels. On the back of the region’s resilient economic growth, Asia Pacific airlines collectively carried 32.3 million international passengers in August, reflecting a 21.7% year-on-year increase compared to the same month last year. Traffic in the region had nearly resumed to … [Read more...] about AAPA reports strong growth in August 2024 passenger and cargo Demand
Freightos expands digital air cargo offering with HNA Cargo
Freightos, the leading vendor-neutral digital booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, announced the addition of Hainan Airlines (HNA Cargo), a top five airline in China, to its leading WebCargo digital air cargo booking and payment platform. This collaboration marks a significant expansion of capacity available for forwarders on the platform in Asia Pacific and Europe. Additionally, WebCargo’s digital payment solution now supports transactions with HNA Cargo, … [Read more...] about Freightos expands digital air cargo offering with HNA Cargo
Indian government awards Kale Logistics Solutions for its outstanding contribution to digitalisation
Kale Logistics Solutions (Kale) has been commended for outstanding contribution to digitalisation of global and Indian air cargo logistics by Indian Civil Aviation Minister K R Mohan Naidu on the occasion of global aviation air cargo summit held at New Delhi, India in Sept 2024. This award follows recognition from the United Nations (UN) for its Air Cargo Community System (ACS) which has been adopted by airports in Europe, Asia, North America the Middle East and Africa. The UN commended … [Read more...] about Indian government awards Kale Logistics Solutions for its outstanding contribution to digitalisation
Chapman Freeborn appoints Allen Liu new President of Greater China
Chapman Freeborn has appointed Allen Liu President of its newly expanded operations across Greater China. Since joining Chapman Freeborn in 2012, Liu has held several roles, including Senior Cargo Manager for China and Vice President of Cargo for North Asia, during which he established new regional offices in Southern and Southwestern China. “For more than twenty years, Chapman Freeborn has been making steady progress in the vibrant Chinese market with six offices in major cities such as … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn appoints Allen Liu new President of Greater China
