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Cathay sets new 2030 carbon intensity target in support of its 2050 net-zero goal

AJOT Newsroom | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines | Green Shipping

Cathay has further demonstrated its unwavering dedication to decarbonising the aviation industry, setting a new target to improve its carbon intensity by 12% from the 2019 level by 2030.

Lufthansa gets EU warning shot over €325 million ITA deal

Bloomberg | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Etihad Cargo and Astral Aviation celebrate inaugural flight strengthening Abu Dhabi-Nairobi connection

AJOT Newsroom | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

• Etihad Cargo and Astral Aviation operated the inaugural Nairobi-Abu Dhabi flight on 21 March 2024 following the signing of an MOU that expanded the partnership between the two carriers. • As part of the capacity sharing agreement, Etihad Cargo's partners and customers will benefit from capacity on board Astral Aviation's weekly flights from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi, with regular services commencing on 28 March 2024.

Ryanair CEO lauds Boeing management overhaul after plane delays

Bloomberg | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Britain’s last aircraft maker gets private equity lifeline

Bloomberg | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

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Bloomberg | March 25, 2024

United faces threat of curbs on new routes with FAA clampdown

US aviation authorities are considering drastic measures to curb growth at United Airlines Holdings Inc., including preventing the carrier from adding new routes, following a series of safety incidents.

Boeing CEO to step down in overhaul sparked by safety crisis

Bloomberg | March 25, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Boeing Co. announced sweeping changes to its management with its chief executive officer, head of commercial airplanes and chairman all stepping down as the company grapples with a crisis centered on its most important product, the 737 Max jetliner.

FAA weighs curbing new routes for United following mishaps

Bloomberg | March 23, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Avianca Airlines receives recognition as 2023’s Most Punctual Global Airline

AJOT Newsroom | March 22, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Avianca Airlines officially received recognition from the aviation data firm Cirium, which accredits it as the most punctual global airline in 2023...

Boeing’s board plans to meet airline chiefs without CEO Calhoun

Bloomberg | March 22, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Sterling partners with SATS to expedite airside services for AOG shipments

AJOT Newsroom | March 22, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports

Sterling, part of Kuehne+Nagel and a leader in global aviation logistics, has partnered with SATS Ltd. (SATS) to expedite first- and last-mile airside services for time-critical Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) shipments.

Green Terminal Pact marks another environmental first for Hactl

AJOT Newsroom | March 22, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports | Green Shipping

In its latest move to achieve net zero, Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – Hong Kong’s largest independent handler – has launched a voluntary Green Terminal Pact (GTP) to engage its SuperTerminal 1 tenants in reducing its carbon footprint and creating an environmentally-conscious workplace.

Air Charter Service expands leasing team around the globe

Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has strengthened its leasing teams around the world, with key appointments in six more of its offices.

American Airlines 737 runway accident linked to brake failure

Bloomberg | March 21, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Alaska Airlines deepens commitment to Bay Area with new nonstop service between Santa Rosa/Sonoma County and Las Vegas

AJOT Newsroom | March 21, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

As the largest carrier at Sonoma County Airport since 2007, we're now offering service to seven nonstop destinations

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AJOT Newsroom | March 21, 2024

UPS continues growth investments in Asia Pacific with new Philippines hub

Global logistics leader UPS has taken the value of its investment commitments in Asia Pacific to over $250m since the start of 2023.

Expensive flights become new normal on $5 trillion green transition

Bloomberg | March 21, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines | Green Shipping

The global airline industry has long warned passengers they’ll eventually have to pay some of the $5 trillion cost of decarbonizing air travel. The moment has come.