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Lufthansa Cargo significantly improves business results compared to previous year

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

• Adjusted EBIT increases by 15 percent to 251 million euros • Positive developments in capacity, load factor, average yield, unit costs, and EBIT margin • Corporate strategy "BOLD MOVES" as a key success factor • Innovative eCommerce solutions, flexible network planning, and capacity expansion contributed to revenue growth

Slump in Shanghai spot rates may be a ‘taste of what’s to come’ for air cargo’s e-commerce volumes

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The political game of ‘cat and mouse’ between some of the world’s biggest trading nations may have taken its first nibble at international e-commerce volumes in February’s global air cargo market data with spot rates from Shanghai to the US dropping -29% month-on-month to USD3.23 per kg, according to the latest industry analysis by Xeneta.

SmartLynx Airlines transitions to a single-type aircraft operation in 2025

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

SmartLynx Airlines, a globally recognized ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo, and charter operator and a member of Avia Solutions Group, has decided to restructure its fleet and transition to single-type operations.

ACMI’s growing role: AirExplore doubles fleet in 2024 to support airlines

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

The aviation industry is now experiencing rising air travel demand, according to a recent report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), 2024 saw a record rise.

WorldACD weekly air cargo trends week 9 - 2025

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

China to USA market weakens in February...

Fitch says Boeing made progress in resuming production post-labor strike

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Global ratings agency Fitch said on Tuesday that Boeing Co made early progress in resuming production post-strike, reducing legacy inventory, and managing supply chains.

US airlines slash earnings forecasts as economic concerns grow

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

More U.S. airlines cut their earnings estimates on Tuesday, following a similar announcement from Delta Air Lines, saying mounting economic uncertainty has led to a pullback in corporate and consumer spending.

Silk Way West Airlines officially hands over Boeing 777 full-flight simulator to the National Aviation Academy

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Silk Way West Airlines has officially handed over its newly acquired Boeing 777 Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) to the National Aviation Academy (NAA) during a special event, strengthening Azerbaijan’s role as a key aviation training hub.

First carrier signing of 2025 for Hactl

AJOT Newsroom | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong’s Kong’s largest independent cargo handler - has signed its first carrier of 2025, having won the contract to handle new cargo airline Hungary Airlines.

US transportation chief to meet with Boeing CEO on safety efforts

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he plans to visit a Boeing factory in Renton, Washington, on Thursday to ensure the U.S. planemaker is maintaining the highest level of safety, six years after a deadly 737 MAX crash in Ethiopia.

NTSB to release preliminary report into fatal Washington jet, helicopter collision

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

Southwest Airlines cuts Q1 unit revenue growth forecast

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Southwest Airlines cut its unit revenue growth forecast on Tuesday, as concerns over discretionary spending amid tariff pressures and government spending uncertainties affect domestic travel demand.

US airline stocks tumble as forecast cuts from carriers spook investors

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

American Airlines forecasts bigger first-quarter loss

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

American Airlines on Tuesday forecast a bigger first-quarter loss, amid concerns that tariff pressures and government spending uncertainties could dampen travel demand.

Korean Air launches new branding after $1.3 billion Asiana acquisition

Reuters | March 11, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Korean Air on Tuesday launched new aircraft livery and corporate branding that will be introduced across the company as it combines with South Korean rival Asiana Airlines to become one of Asia's biggest carriers.

TIACA’s announces that CHAMP Cargosystems continues their support of the sustainability awards

AJOT Newsroom | March 10, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters | Green Shipping

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has announced that CHAMP Cargosystems will remain the exclusive sponsor of the Sustainability Awards through 2029 and the opening of the Sustainability Award Application period.

Magma Aviation and Intradco Global team up to transport 34 endurance horses to AlFursan Endurance Cup

AJOT Newsroom | March 10, 2025 | Air Cargo | Charters

Magma Aviation, the innovative air cargo solutions company, and Intradco Global, the leading horse transportation air charter specialist, have successfully transported 34 endurance horses from Liège (Belgium) to AlUla (Saudi Arabia) for the AlFursan Endurance Cup.

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