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[Freightos Weekly Update] Asia - Europe rates climbing on December GRIs

China - N. America and Europe air cargo rates have still not spiked, even as we enter key peak season weeks. One reason for this relative calm is carriers’ significant Q4 capacity shift to ex-Asia lanes.

Cathay Pacific adds Munich and Brussels to its European network

AJOT Newsroom | December 03, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Cathay Pacific has announced that it will be launching direct flights to Munich for the very first time as well as returning to Brussels in summer 2025, providing travellers with non-stop connections between Hong Kong and two of Europe’s major centres.

Atlas Air Worldwide announces appointment of Goersch as COO

Exceptional industry executive to lead global operations for world’s largest outsourced freighter operator

More than half a billion-dollar expansion & modernization coming to United’s Washington Dulles Hub

AJOT Newsroom | December 03, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Challenge Group has successfully launched its first flights to Nairobi

AJOT Newsroom | December 03, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Challenge Group has successfully launched its first flights to Nairobi

ACI Air Cargo and Atlantis Transportation Services celebrate 50 years in cargo handling and trucking in North America

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Air Forwarders | Trucking

ACI Air Cargo and Atlantis Transportation Services celebrate their 50th anniversary.

Air Charter Service helps in largest ever rhino relocation conservation project

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Charters

Last month, in conjunction with a major South African conservation and relocation company, leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, helped in the transportation of 39 white rhinoceroses from Namibia to Dallas, USA, for three specific breeding programs to aid the conservation of the unique genetics of the country’s species.

WorldACD Air Cargo Trends: Oct 2024 Asia Pacific generating more than 50% of worldwide air cargo growth

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The region’s manufacturing dominance continues to power global tonnage increases, contributing 56% of the global +12% year-on-year increase in tonnages in the first 10 months of 2024, according to analysis by WorldACD Market Data

Chapman Freeborn appoints new president for IMEA region

Chapman Freeborn has appointed Linas Dovydenas, President, India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA) as it continues to expand its presence in the region.

WorldACD Weekly Air Cargo Trends (week 47)

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Tonnages hold firm while rates continue to build in peak season

Turkish Airlines debuts in Sydney with the arrival of Its longest-ever flight

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, has launched its longest flight with the addition of Sydney flights.

VINCI Airports celebrates delivery of works in 7 airports in the Northern Region of Brazil

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports

• The conclusion celebrates improvements in the airports of Porto Velho, Boa Vista, Rio Branco, Cruzeiro do Sul, Manaus, Tefé and Tabatinga; • Investment of R$ 1.4 billion improves infrastructure and operational efficiency of airports in the Amazon; • Inauguration event attended by national authorities and artistic performances.

Cathay Cargo Terminal takes lead in AI powered safety enhancements

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Technology

Pioneering new standards in cargo terminal safety and security

A historic milestone: First shipment of Chilean salmon exported to Australia

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

• After months of preparation and the establishment of rigorous protocols by the relevant authorities, the first shipment of Chilean salmon was sent to the Australian market. • The salmon was transported by LATAM Cargo Group on flight LA805, which departed from Santiago on November 27th, bound for Melbourne, Australia. This marks the first time Chilean salmon has touched down on Australian soil.

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AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024

Hong Kong-Miami Pharma Corridor validated through Pharma.Aero’s Corridor 3.0 project

Pharma.Aero, in collaboration with Hong Kong International Airport, Miami International Airport and Cathay Cargo, have announced the successful validation of the Hong Kong-Miami pharmaceutical air corridor.

Chapman Freeborn appoints Europe-wide heads of music and entertainment

Paul Kindred and Chloe Phelps to lead Chapman Freeborn’s European music and entertainment activity in anticipation of continued growth

IAG Cargo appoints Rodriguez as head of digital sales

• IAG Cargo appoints Daniel Rodriguez as Head of Digital Sales to accelerate online growth • The role underpins IAG Cargo’s commitment to future-proofing its digital strategy and expanding online sales

Qatar Airways Cargo and Cainiao strengthen partnership to meet global e-commerce demand

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, and Cainiao, a global leader in e-commerce logistics, agree to strengthen their existing partnership, aiming to support the growth of cross-border e-commerce and enhance consumer experiences worldwide.

Air Arabia appoints ECS Group’s subsidiary Globe Air Cargo as its GSSA in Poland

AJOT Newsroom | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Globe Air Cargo, a subsidiary of ECS Group, has been appointed as the GSSA for Air Arabia in Poland.

Airbus deliveries topped 80 aircraft in November, sources say

Reuters | December 02, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Airbus deliveries rose sharply in November to more than 80 jets as the planemaker recovered from a downturn and made progress towards year-end targets, industry sources said.

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