James ‘Jim’ Jackson, a driving force behind the standardisation of aircraft unit load devices (ULD) and the supporting aircraft and ground-handling technical requirements, has been welcomed to The International Air Cargo Association’s (TIACA) Hall of Fame. Jackson is an air-cargo handling and logistics innovator, a lifelong champion of international standardisation, and an engineering solutions-finder for the air cargo industry, who fostered the ubiquitous … [Read more...] about Jim Jackson inducted into TIACA Hall of Fame
ULD
Jettainer develops lightweight composite ULD
Jettainer is developing an innovative lightweight pallet that weighs just 70 kilogrammes. Compared to a traditional PMC aluminium pallet, the new lightweight version developed by Jettainer is a full 32 kilos lighter. It is made of a composite material that is being used in the aviation sector for the very first time. The weight savings of more than 30 per cent make it possible to significantly reduce the fuel consumption of aircraft. In the past, manufacturers only managed to make … [Read more...] about Jettainer develops lightweight composite ULD
DoKaSch delivers 650 ULDs to EAT
ULD specialist DoKaSch Air Cargo Equipment + Repair has delivered nearly 650 LD3 air cargo containers to European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH, the freighter airline of Deutsche Post DHL. “We are proud to be chosen as one of the preferred suppliers of DHL´s growing air cargo related freight forwarding business“, said Marcus Franke, DoKaSch´s general manager and head of sales. The ULD specialist belongs to the DoKaSch Group, a Montabaur, Germany-headquartered … [Read more...] about DoKaSch delivers 650 ULDs to EAT
Turkish Cargo opens new terminal at Istanbul
With the launch of a new cargo terminal at Istanbul, Turkish Cargo’s operational processes have been redesigned and service quality has been maximised. The new facility features bigger floor area to accelerate cargo admission and operational processes; 39 special cargo storage areas in different types and sizes; and higher quality security system. Annual tonnage capacity of the terminal is 1.2 million tonnes. Total floor area used (airside and landside): 71,000m², closed warehouse … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo opens new terminal at Istanbul
Jettainer awarded ISO 14001 certification
Jettainer has passed its first environmental audit and has been certified according to the ISO 14001 environmental management standards. The ULD specialist has provided evidence of the environmental awareness of its employees during everyday business operations and has also proven that the development of environmentally sustainable technologies and therefore the use of innovative products are a high priority at Jettainer. “It’s extremely important for us to meet the needs … [Read more...] about Jettainer awarded ISO 14001 certification
TNT starts Venice freighter service
TNT is launching a five-time weekly B737-400 freighter service between Venice and its Liege air hub in Belgium. The addition of Venice to TNT's international air network will benefit exporters and importers trading with North-East Italy, who need guaranteed next-day delivery, flexibility and late collections. The Veneto region, whose capital is Venice, is home to a dense network of export-oriented companies, most of which are SMEs. With the new air connection, TNT further strengthens its … [Read more...] about TNT starts Venice freighter service
