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IBA Freighter Market Update: Trade resilience, conversion slowdown and outlook for 2026

AJOT Newsroom | October 27, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Royal Air Maroc Cargo celebrates 35 years of operations at Brussels Airport

AJOT Newsroom | October 27, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

Royal Air Maroc Cargo proudly marks 35 years of uninterrupted service at Brussels Airport, underscoring a long-standing partnership that serves as a pillar of the airline’s European operations and a vital connection between Morocco, Africa, and Europe.

More than 8,000 US flights delayed as air traffic control absences persist

Reuters | October 27, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

More than 8,000 flights were delayed across the U.S. on Sunday as air traffic controller absences continued to disrupt travel and a federal government shutdown reached its 26th day.

Air traffic controller shortages to drag on, US transportation secretary says

Reuters | October 27, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

U.S. airports reported 22 incidents of air traffic controller shortages on Saturday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said, with more shortages expected to bring more flight delays and cancellations in the days ahead as the government shutdown drags on.

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AJOT Newsroom | October 24, 2025

AfA calls for federal cargo theft task force

Fraudulent use or sale of MC or DOT numbers, GPS spoofing, and identity fraud are cited by AfA members surveyed as major risks to the U.S freight network

Boeing union sets October 26 vote on contract offer for 3,200 striking workers

Reuters | October 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

A union representing over 3,200 striking workers at Boeing said on Thursday that its members will vote on October 26 on an existing contract offer from the company with minor modifications.

Lödige Industries honored for advancing automation in air cargo handling

AJOT Newsroom | October 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Lödige Industries has received the prestigious Air Cargo News Award in the category “Innovation Award – Product” at the 41st Air Cargo News Awards in London, UK.

Airforwarders Association reacts to Congress’ failure to break the deadlock and pay federal workers

AJOT Newsroom | October 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

The Airforwarders Association (AfA) is disappointed that Congress was unable to reach an agreement yesterday on measures to ensure essential federal workers are paid during the ongoing government shutdown as millions missed their first full paycheck.

FlyUs appointed GSA for Riyadh Air in UK and Ireland as airline launches its cargo business

AJOT Newsroom | October 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The general sales agent will support Riyadh Air’s new daily Boeing 787-9 operations, with offline services available to forwarders in the Benelux region...

Alaska Airlines restores operations after tech outage grounds flights

Reuters | October 24, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

U.S. carrier Alaska Airlines said early on Friday it had restored operations following a technology outage that grounded flights across all airports and...

American Airlines lifts 2025 profit forecast as capacity cuts aid fares

Reuters | October 23, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

American Airlines raised its 2025 profit forecast on Thursday, signaling that industry-wide capacity cuts following a demand slump earlier this year had begun to yield pricing gains, sending its shares up 4% in morning trading.

FlyUs wins GSSA of the Year for sixth consecutive year at Air Cargo News Awards 2025

AJOT Newsroom | October 23, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

FlyUs Aviation Group (FlyUs) was named General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) of the Year at the 2025 Air Cargo News Awards held in London, UK, on Wednesday 22nd October.

American Airlines raises 2025 profit outlook on strong premium demand, pricing gains

Reuters | October 23, 2025 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

American Airlines raised its 2025 profit forecast on Thursday, signaling that industry-wide capacity cuts following a demand slump earlier this year had begun to yield

Turkish Airlines connects United States to Türkiye and beyond with new sales campaigns

AJOT Newsroom | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Turkish Airlines, recognized by the Guinness World Records® as the airline that flies to the most countries worldwide, has announced its “Sales Fest” and “Şeb-i Arus” sales campaigns for travelers located in the United States.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport expands exports with China Southern

AJOT Newsroom | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Airline delegation meets with Scotland’s shippers as Prestwick’s cements its position as key hub for China markets...

Silk Way Group and dnata launch landmark joint venture to create aviation services hub in Azerbaijan

AJOT Newsroom | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Silk Way Group has signed a joint venture agreement with dnata to establish ground handling and cargo operations at the new Alat International Airport, located within the Alat Free Economic Zone in Baku.

Challenge Group and Kalitta Air enter strategic partnership

AJOT Newsroom | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Challenge Group is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Kalitta Air.

Hartsfield-Jackson announces key leadership appointments

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) today announced the appointment of five senior leaders to key executive positions. These appointments are part of ATL’s ongoing organizational realignment to enhance accountability, improve collaboration, and position the Airport for continued success as a global aviation leader.

The Cathay Group releases traffic figures for September 2025

AJOT Newsroom | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

The Cathay Group released its traffic figures for September 2025.

US lawmakers advance bill to require key aviation tracking technology

Reuters | October 22, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

A U.S. Senate panel approved aviation safety legislation on Tuesday to require the use of advanced aircraft-tracking technology, after the January collision of an American Airlines regional jet and an Army helicopter that killed 67 people.

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