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CGN and RFD have partnered. Others might join, too
As a rule, cooperating is more productive than working alone. This maxim has also been followed by Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Cologne-Bonn Airport (CGN), who recently signed a...
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BRU Cargo targets Digital Green Lane
Geert Aerts (GA) heads Brussels Airport Cargo since 08MAR21, following long-time cargo chief Steven Polmans in this position. CFG spoke with him and chief business developer, Piet Demunter (PD),...
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Swissport’s merry month of March
Following the pandemic turbulence, Swissport has been pretty active again since NOV20, with various personnel changes, expansions, and partnerships. It appears that things are picking up speed again,...
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Qatar Airways and Rwand Air intensify cooperation
The State of Qatar has identified the Rwandan economy as a preferred target for investment in Africa. This applies specifically to the aviation sector, but includes finances, mining, technology, and...
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The business of freedom (with cargo in the belly)
Aviation Week Network held a Fireside Chat with Alexandre De Juniac, IATA CEO and Director General on 26MAR21 – the final interview before Willy Walsh takes over on 01APR21. De Juniac reflected on...
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Mundo Maritimo presents astounding rate prognosis
If you happen to have capital available for which you currently see no long-term profitable perspective, then you should consider acquiring shares in successfully managed companies in the maritime...
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Easier messaging and collaboration through EPIC. Image: IATA IATA’s EPIC move to improve air cargo digitization along network EPIC stands for Enhanced Partner Identification and Connectivity and is...
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David versus Goliath at the Suez Canal
Last Tuesday (23MAR21), the mega containership “Ever Given” got stuck in the Suez Canal, blocking all maritime traffic traversing the waterway in either direction. As this CFG issue goes online, the...
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TIACA: The four corners of the air cargo earth
TIACA today (30MAR21) announced the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors, continuing its restructuring strategy to become a body that best serves its air cargo members. The latest...
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‘ASL Airlines United Kingdom’ takes to the sky
The British newcomer is Dublin-based ASL Aviation Holdings’ latest group member. It recently obtained its AOC from the UK Civil Aviation Authority and operated its first flight connecting East...
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Exclusive - Lorenzo Stoll's spotlight on Swiss WorldCargo
Lorenzo Stoll (LS) took the reins at Swiss WorldCargo on 01APR21, following Ashwin Bhat who moved on to become Chief Commercial Officer at Lufthansa Cargo. In an interview with CargoForwarder Global,...
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CargoLogic Germany ups fleet
The Leipzig/Halle (LEJ), Germany-based freight carrier intends to double its fleet. Internally, the green light for the decision was already given weeks ago, consented by leading managers of the...
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TIACA: Transforming and beyond - PART 1
TIACA held a Media Day on 30MAR21, reviewing the past year and outlining its plans for 2021. The association has been busy restructuring and setting itself up to best serve its members. The call was...
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Lufthansa Cargo and DB Schenker: Arm in Arm on SAF Flights.
They kept their word: On 29NOV20, the two logistics enterprises operated their first CO2-neutral scheduled flight from Frankfurt to Shanghai and back. On the occasion of the event, top managers from...
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Hellmann plays strongman to freighter in distress
Cargo ships running into problems are a much more common event than most people may be aware of. Around 1,400 incidents happen per year, with varying degrees of severity and impact. Ever Given’s...
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TIACA’s 3rd Air Cargo Sustainability Awards: Apply now! - PART 2
From now until 15AUG21, companies and initiatives can put forward their solutions for a more sustainable air cargo industry, and hand in their application to be considered for TIACA’s Air Cargo...
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MNG Airlines expands cargo fleet
The Turkish freight carrier has placed an order to convert two A330-300 passenger aircraft into freighters. By growing its current Airbus fleet of four converted A300-600RF and one factory-produced...
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SHORT SHOTS
Air Canada becomes cargo.one’s first North American carrier The starting shot has been fired: cargo.one is delivering on its global expansion strategy, funded by its December 2020 Series-B investment...
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Lynden Air Cargo runs 25 relief flights to South Sudan
A total of 25 flights were carried out between DEC20 and JAN21 by Lynden Air Cargo on behalf of the World Food Program. It was the airline’s first relief mission, deploying its N409LC aircraft twice a...
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Sovereign Speed embarks on the climate neutral path
The express overnight network operated by Sovereign Speed, a specialist in the fast transportation of express and other urgent consignments, is now climate neutral. This is achieved by offsetting the...
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