Air Cargo

Coverage of air cargo related news including freight forwarders, freighters, belly cargo, airports and more

American Airlines plunges after CEO admits misjudging demand

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

TIACA strengthens cooperation with ACI with MoU

AJOT Newsroom | May 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Airports Council International (ACI) announce the signature of an MOU aimed at strengthening cooperation for the benefit of each of the associations members and the industry.

Swiss startup bets on clean-fuel tech to cut costs for airlines

A Swiss startup is betting on an emerging technology to make synthetic jet fuel that it says will one day lower the cost of using cleaner fuels.

American Air cuts profit outlook as commercial chief departs

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Gol parent company starts talks with Azul for possible deal

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Wiremind’s AI Innovations predict up to 15% revenue growth for customers

AJOT Newsroom | May 28, 2024 | Air Cargo | Technology | Shipping Technology

Wiremind, a trailblazer in technology solutions, is transforming the transport sector with its cutting-edge offerings, promising to enhance operational efficiency and revenue management for businesses worldwide.

BlueBox Systems introduces BlueBoxCargo: The ultimate cargo tracking solution

BlueBox Systems, an innovative provider of logistics visibility solutions, announces the launch of BlueBoxCargo, an advanced tracking solution that combines the best features of BlueBoxAir and BlueBoxOcean.

Memorial Day air-travel boom highlights thriving jet fuel demand

Bloomberg | May 28, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines | Energy

Roshni Sharma is one of the many American travelers opting against the traditional road trip this Memorial Day weekend and choosing instead to fly.

Waste-to-fuel company that raised $1 billion verges on collapse

Air Cargo

AJOT Newsroom | May 28, 2024

CBP select WFS to operate the first centralized examination station for air cargo at New York JFK

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, has been selected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to operate a new Centralized Examination Station (CES) at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

CHAMP Cargosystem’s Traxon Global Security hits 1 million declarations in a single month

AJOT Newsroom | May 28, 2024 | Air Cargo | Technology

1 million declarations per month marks a record for Traxon Global Security, an industry-leading tool that simplifies compliance with security regulations.

[Freightos Weekly Update] Rates climb on early peak season and capacity stretched thin

Bombardier plots defense against lawsuit over 2018 stock tumble

Bloomberg | May 27, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Gol looks to raise $1.5 billion in new equity to repay financing

Bloomberg | May 27, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Azul, Gol deal to connect flights is a step toward combining

Bloomberg | May 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and Kuehne and Nagel take the lead in ULD tracking using SkyCell technology

AJOT Newsroom | May 24, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

In a significant development initiated at the beginning of this year, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) joined forces with SkyCell. This strategic partnership aims to enhance Unit Load Device (ULD) tracking capabilities across Air France KLM Martinair Cargo’s entire ULD fleet, marking a significant milestone in the industry.

HOK promotes leaders in aviation and transportation group

AJOT Newsroom | May 24, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

HOK has promoted Kirtan Patel, AIA, LEED GA, and Albert Kaneshiro, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, DBIA, to regional leaders of aviation and transportation for its Northeast and Southwest practices, respectively...

Air Cargo

AJOT Newsroom | May 24, 2024

FAA reauthorization neutral for U.S. airport credit

The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (the Act), recently signed into law, is neutral for U.S. airport credit, Fitch Ratings says. While the Act adds to annual levels of federal capital funding for airport infrastructure improvements, it is not likely to lead to significant changes to U.S. airport finances.