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air cargo
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Explore the world of air cargo, a critical part of the aviation industry, dealing with the transport of goods via an air carrier.
Cargo airline Cargolux launches aerial firefighting venture
A Luxembourg-based cargo airline, Cargolux, has expanded its operational scope with the introduction of a specialized business unit…
Maersk Air Cargo to trial China freight services from Bournemouth Airport
Bournemouth Airport (BOH), a regional airport on the south coast of England, might not be where one would…
Boeing C-17 Globemaster III: history, features, and performance
The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a modern long-haul military aviation cargo aircraft. This tactical airlifter currently plays…
Hactl pioneers robot patrols for air cargo security in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl), Hong Kong’s leading independent air cargo handler, is introducing robot patrols…
Amazon Air enters its third market, launches air cargo services in India
Amazon Air, the air cargo arm of the online retail giant Amazon, has announced the launch of freight…
Astral Aviation partners with Air Logistics Group to firm EU and US expansion
Astral Aviation, a Nairobi-based cargo airline has entered a commercial partnership with Air Logistics Group to firm its…
Shipping group MSC to set up a new cargo airline
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company plans to set up a new cargo airline as a complementary service to its…
How the CEO of P2F firm Avensis uses his position to drive equality in aviation
After being inspired by female mentors early in his career, Cristian Sutter is keen to help drive equality…
Cargolux signs joint SAF deal with long-term partner Bolloré Logistics
Luxembourg-based all-cargo airline Cargolux and long-term partner Bolloré Logistics have signed a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) agreement in…
Global air cargo demand has fallen 11.2%, IATA reports
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its April 2022 air cargo market analysis, reporting a decline…
Emirates SkyCargo boosts capacity with new Boeing 777F
Emirates SkyCargo has received delivery of its new Boeing 777 freighter, taking its freighter fleet to 11 cargo…
DHL Global Forwarding invests $11.8M into cargo facility at Brisbane Airport
DHL Global Forwarding, a division of logistics firm Deutsche Post DHL Group, will invest AUD 17 million ($11.8…
Ethiopian Airlines firms all-Boeing cargo fleet, orders five 777 freighters
Ethiopian Airlines (EA) and Boeing have announced a further expansion of EA’s all-Boeing freighter fleet. As part…
Cargo capacity constrained by war in Ukraine and Omicron: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its March 2022 data for global air cargo markets reporting a…
SmartLynx Airlines to expand fleet with six new A330-300P2F freighters
SmartLynx Airlines has reinforced its freight transportation capabilities by adding new cargo aircraft to its fleet. On March 8,…
Astral Aviation to become launch customer of world’s first A320 P2F jet
African cargo carrier Astral Aviation will operate the world’s first-ever Airbus A320 passenger to freighter (P2F) aircraft. ST…
China Airlines Boeing 747F hits baggage pallets, suffers engine damage
A China Airlines Cargo Boeing 747-400F has collided with baggage pallets and containers while taxiing to its parking stand…
Taiwan’s China Airlines orders Boeing 777 freighters
Taiwan’s flag-carrier China Airlines will expand its freighter fleet by purchasing four more Boeing 777 freighters, enabling the airline…