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CargoDubai World Central propelled into world’s 20 busiest international cargo hubs
Dubai, UAE - Cargo volumes rise 177.3 per cent to 213,006 tonnes in Q1 2015
Cargo volumes at "Al Maktoum International" at Dubai World Central continued to rise sharply in the first three months of 2015, propelling the airport into the world’s 20 busiest international cargo h... more
CargoEmirates SkyCargo to launch weekly freighter service to Columbus
Dubai, UAE - From next May 27
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has announced that Columbus, the State Capital of Ohio in the United States, will join its global freighter network with the launch of a weekly service... more
CargoIATA: air freight resumes modest growth trend
Geneva, Switzerland - A 1.6% rise in volumes in March
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets, showing a modest 1.6% rise in volumes in March compared to a year ago, measured in Freight Tonne Kilometers... more
CargoLufthansa delays the construction of the new cargo centre at least two years
Frankfurt, Germany - Five modern B-777 freighter aircraft already fly for the cargo airline
Lufthansa will be delaying the planned investment by its cargo airline in the new cargo centre (“LCCneo”) at Frankfurter Airport by at least two years. The supervisory board of the Deutsche Lufthansa AG... more
CargoEtihad Cargo focuses on pharmaceuticals with new product launch
Abu Dhabi, UAE - Named "TempCheck"
Etihad Cargo, the freight division of United Arab Emirates (UAE) carrier Etihad Airways, has unveiled "TempCheck", its new cargo solution created to ensure the integrity of all temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical... more
CargoAircraft and cargo. IATA: timing of Lunar New Year and US Port Congestion boosts February air freight
Geneva, Switzerland - Capacity grew 7.4%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released February data for global air freight markets showing a sharp increase in year-on-year air freight volumes. Growth measured by freight tonne kilometers... more
Cargo"9th World Cargo Symposium" picks innovation awards winners
Shanghai, China - The event also contained some other key announcements
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) concluded the "9th World Cargo Symposium" (WCS) with the announcement of the winners of its inaugural "Air Cargo Innovation Awards". In a public vote... more
CargoAircraft and cargo. IATA: cooperating to promote e-freight in Shanghai
Shanghai, China - Six organizations have signed a LOI
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), Shanghai Customs, Shanghai Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau, Shanghai Airport Authority, China Eastern Airlines, and Shanghai E-port have... more
CargoAirplanes. "World Cargo Symposium". IATA: three priorities for air cargo
Shanghai, China - Paperless freight processes, pharmaceutical freight and safe transportation of lithium batteries by air
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for further action on three vital aspects of the air cargo business: transitioning to paperless freight processes, a focus on global handling standards... more
CargoAirbus: Turkish Airlines orders four additional A-330/200F airplanes
Toulouse, France - Operated by Turkish Cargo
Turkish Airlines has signed a firm order for the purchase of four A-330/200F freighter aircraft. Operated by Turkish Cargo, a brand of the airline, the additional airplanes will help to further boost the... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air freight makes slow start in 2015
Geneva, Switzerland - The "World Cargo Symposium" will take place in Shanghai, China, from 10-12 March
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing a 3.2% expansion in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) in January 2015 compared to the same month last... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air cargo ends 2014 on a positive note
Geneva, Switzerland - The "World Cargo Symposium" will take place in Shanghai on March (10-12)
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full-year air cargo data for 2014 showing 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs). That is a significant... more
CargoEmirates SkyCargo Launches Freighter Service to Burkina Faso
Dubai, UAE - The new service expands African trade network
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of the airline, has bolstered its operations on its African trade route network with the introduction of a weekly freighter service to Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso. It... more
CargoEtihad Cargo launched new Hermes Cargo management system
Abu Dhabi, UAE - To provide its customers with greater communication and improved handling processes
Etihad Cargo, the freight division of United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag carrier Etihad Airways, successfully cutover to a new cargo management system last week to provide its customers with greater communication... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: November global air freight growth concentrates in Asia and Middle East
Geneva, Switzerland - At 5.9% and 12.9%, respectively
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported November 2014 data for global air freight markets showing that demand measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) grew 4.2% compared to November... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air freight strong performance continues
Geneva, Switzerland - The good results reflect the improvements in world trade and business activity which have been evident since the summer
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released October data for global air freight markets showing that the strong performance of air cargo in recent months is continuing. Demand, measured... more
CargoDubai World Central: surge in freight traffic continues in Q3
Dubai, UAE - According to report issued today by operator Dubai Airports
The surge in freight volumes at "Al Maktoum International" at Dubai World Central (DWC) continued in the third quarter of 2014 with triple-digit growth, according to traffic report issued today by operator... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: cargo growth continues to accelerate in September
Geneva, Switzerland - Volumes rose 5.2%; capacity grew by 3.8%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing an acceleration of demand in September. Measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), volumes rose... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: five-year forecast shows improved outlook for air cargo
Geneva, Switzerland - The highlights
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Airline Industry Forecast 2014-2018 shows that international freight volumes are expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1%... more
CargoAirplanes. Boeing forecasts world air cargo traffic do double in next 20 years
Seoul, South Korea - 4.7 percent average annual growth rate projected; market recovery continues to strengthen
Boeing projects air cargo traffic will grow at an annual rate of 4.7 percent over the next 20 years, with global air freight traffic expected to more than double by 2033. The company released its biennial... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air freight recovery strengthens
Geneva, Switzerland - Carriers in all regions reported an expansion in volumes
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced August 2014 data for global air freight markets showing continued robust growth in air cargo volumes. Measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs),... more
CargoEmirates SkyCargo lifts capacity to Los Angeles using a B-777F aircraft
Dubai, UAE - In 2013, the carrier transported a total of 49,000 tons of cargo from the United States
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has added Los Angeles to its network of freighter destinations across the United States, with the start of a weekly service to the city. Los Angeles... more
CargoAirplanes and transport. IATA: July air freight markets rise strongly (5.8%)
Geneva, Switzerland - An acceleration in growth from June when cargo demand grew at less than half that rate (2.4%)
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing a strong increase in air cargo in July. Compared to July 2013, freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) rose... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air freight volumes expand more slowly in June
Geneva, Switzerland - Strong mid-year results disguise patchy regional performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing 2.3% growth in demand (measured in freight tonne kilometers) over June 2013. That is slower than... more
CargoIATA: outlook for cargo stabilizes
Geneva, Switzerland - Growth accelerates in May
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing air cargo growth accelerated in May, with 4.7% growth compared to a year ago. This is up from the... more
CargoIATA appoints Glyn Hughes as Global Head of Cargo
Geneva, Switzerland - Effective from June 9
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment, effective from June 9, of Glyn Hughes as the Association’s next Global Head of Cargo. Glyn Hughes joined IATA in 1991 t... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA. Freight markets: modest slowdown in April
Geneva, Switzerland - Demand has not grown in recent months
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in April showing demand (measured in Freight Tonne Kilometers or FTKs) was 3.2% above previous year levels.... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: cargo growth trend pauses
Geneva, Switzerland - Much of the growth took place in the final quarter of 2013
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data showing air freight markets in March were up 5.9% compared to a year ago and capacity grew 3.4%. While this marks a significant improvement... more
CargoIATA: air freight markets continue recovery
Geneva, Switzerland - A 2.9% increase in demand in February
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets in February showing a 2.9% increase in demand compared to February 2013. The first two months of 2014 have... more
CargoIATA: eighth "World Cargo Symposium" begins with call for cut in transit times
Los Angeles, Usa - "WCS" has attracted a record attendance level of more than 1000 delegates
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) commenced its "8th World Cargo Symposium" in Los Angeles with a call for the average end-to-end transit time to be cut by up to 48 hours by the end of... more
CargoAirplanes and transport. Iata: air freight markets make strong start to year
Geneva, Switzerland - FTKs rose 4.5% in January compared to the same month of 2013
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released January performance data showing a strong rise in air freight growth compared to a year ago. Global freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) rose 4.5%... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: moderate growth for air cargo in 2013
Geneva, Switzerland - The "World Cargo Symposium" will take place in Los Angeles, March 11-13 with over 1,000 delegates
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released figures showing a 1.4% expansion of global freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) in 2013 when compared to 2012. Cargo markets made very slow progress... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Swiss competition authority fines several airlines for creation of a price cartel
Bern, Switzerland - Immunity for Lufthansa, thanks to its self-denunciation
COMCO, the Swiss competition authority, fined several carriers for the creation, between 2000 and 2005, of a cartel aimed to ensure high prices in the cargo sector. The overall sanction which was given... more
CargoLufthansa Cargo lands with B-777F aircraft in Asia for the first time
Frankfurt, Germany - Seven weeks after the maiden flight of the freighter model
A good seven weeks after the maiden flight of Lufthansa Cargo’s B-777F airplane, the freight airline’s new flagship landed in Asia for the first time. The “Triple Seven” safely reached its destination in the... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: cargo continues moderate recovery
Geneva, Switzerland - Uneven growth across regions in November 2013
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released figures showing a 6.1% growth in demand (measured in freight tonne kilometers or FTK) for air freight in November 2013 over the same month in... more
CargoIATA: airlines see slower international freight growth
Geneva, Switzerland - Over next five years
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Airline Industry Forecast 2013-2017 shows that international freight volumes are expected to grow 17% over the next five years. This consensus outlook... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: cargo resumes fragile recovery
Geneva, Switzerland - With growth in all regions except Africa
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released figures showing a small improvement in air freight growth in October. Compared to October 2012, global freight tonne kilometers (FTK) grew 4.0%,... more
CargoAircraft and cargo transport. IATA: global growth stabilizes in September
Geneva, Switzerland - Following recent months of slow but steady growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released figures showing cargo growth stabilizing in September following recent months of slow but steady growth. Freight Tonne Kilometers (FTK) grew... more
CargoCargolux Italia announced new flight Malpensa-Mexico City and Dallas
Milan, Italy - Two important destinations for import-export from Italy
Cargolux Italia SpA presented yesterday the new flight Milan-Malpensa/Mexico City/Dallas began at the beginning of the month. Two new destinations that reinforce the North-American market, linking two... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: partnership to revitalize air cargo
Singapore, Singapore - Quality, efficiency and security top issues of the FIATA Congress
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on all participants in the air cargo value chain to work together towards the common goals of improved quality, increased efficiency through e-AWB... more
CargoLufthansa Cargo records increase in load factors in challenging market
Frankfurt, Germany - The airline continues to invest in route network
In a challenging market environment, Lufthansa Cargo flew with fuller aircraft in the first nine months of the year. In fact the cargo airline increased the load factor of its aircraft to 69.3 per cent.... more
CargoAirbus: world freighter fleet to reach almost 3,000 airplanes in next 20 years
Toulouse, France - The industry well positioned with A-330/200F and A-330P2F
According Airbus’ new Cargo Global Market Forecast, world-wide air freight traffic will grow by an average of 4.8 per cent annually over the next 20 years, almost doubling the required global freighter f... more
CargoAircraft and transport. Iata: air cargo continue low gear acceleration
Geneva, Switzerland - August air freight demand was up 3.6% on the previous year
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a continued modest improvement in air cargo markets in August. August air freight demand was up 3.6% on the previous year. That is considerably... more
CargoLufthansa Cargo supervisory board extends Rupprecht’s contract
Frankfurt, Germany - Confirmed for another two years
Lufthansa Cargo AG’s Supervisory Board has extended the contract of Executive Board member Karl-Rudolf Rupprecht. The 57-year-old, who has headed Operations at Lufthansa Cargo AG since April 2011, has b... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: continued uptick for cargo results in July
Geneva, Switzerland - Asian weakness remains
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global air cargo traffic results for July showing a continuation of the modest improvement trend experienced in June. Global freight tonne kilometers... more
CargoAircraft and transport. IATA: air freight volumes show signs of life in June
Geneva, Switzerland - With a 1.2% expansion in global demand
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released June figures showing a 1.2% year-on-year expansion in global air freight demand. Although weak, this is an improvement when compared to the 0.9%... more
CargoEmirates, Air France-KLM to bolster Dubai World Central cargo traffic
Dubai, UAE - DWC opened for freight operations in June 2010
The introduction of daily flights by Emirates SkyCargo and Air France-KLM over the next 12 months is expected to contribute to the continuing growth at Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International.... more
CargoUN inspection on the freighter seized by Panama
New York, Usa - According to USA diplomatic sources
The freighter that has been blocked for three days in Panama coasts will soon be inspected by a delegation of experts sent by the United Nations. The news has been released by USA diplomatic sources. The... more
CargoNew terminal for Emirates SkyCargo's aircraft
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The facility will be completed by the end of 2014
Emirates SkyCargo, Emirates' freight division, will have a new terminal for its aircraft within May 2014. The first phase of the building project should be completed by December 2013. The second part... more
CargoLufthansa Cargo: full aircraft and increases load factor after six months
Frankfurt, Germany - Further investment in the quality of the network and new routes for the Winter schedule
Lufthansa Cargo has considerably decelerated the decline in tonnage in the second quarter of the year. The company transported 0.8 per cent less cargo and mail in June than in the same month in 2012.... more