AOC for new cargo carrier in Bahrain 
Mena Cargo, which is part of the MAE Aircraft Management branch of Mena Aerospace Enterprises, has been awarded an air operator’s certificate (AOC). Bahrain's third freighter operator is set to offer both scheduled operations and opportunities for ad hoc charters, initially... plus
Continued support for Finnair Cargo's ambitions
Swissport Finland and Finnair Cargo have extended their agreement on "COOL Cargo" services until the end of 2026. This includes the operation of Finnair’s 31,000 sqm COOL Nordic Cargo hub terminal, which ITJ visited during its inauguration, almost four years ago, as... plus
Aero Africa extends reach
Aero Africa Sub Saharan South Africa, a branch of Aero Africa air cargo management group, has been appointed as cargo GSA by Fitsair. The Sri Lankan carrier founded in 1997 has a vast interline network supported by special prorate agreements with over 150 partner carriers... plus
Cargologic adds vehicle and GSE maintenance
Cargologic, the Swiss provider of airfreight transhipment services, is extending its portfolio: with effect from 1 January 2022, the company will take over the vehicle maintenance and ground support equipment (GSE) business from SR Technics Switzerland. As a result,... plus
ATC adopts Awery e-booking solution
ATC Aviation Services is adopting a new online booking solution, which automates processes and provides instant quotes. ‘Cargo Booking’, powered by Awery Aviation Software, allows the GSSA's customers, initially in Germany and then in its global network of 34 countries, to book... plus
All stakes in Irish helicopter lessor in one hand
Libra Group, the parent company of Dublin-based aircraft lessor LCI, has acquired the minority interest in LCI Helicopters held by global investment firm KKR. Libra Group chairman and CEO George Logothetis: "We are proud of what LCI has achieved and look forward to... plus
Another Amazon gateway in PNW
Amazon has started operations at its new air gateway at Spokane airport (GEG), WA, USA. This is Amazon Air’s second location in the state of the Pacific Northwest (PNW) region. The first flight on Amazon Air’s branded B737 freighter, operated by Sun Country Airlines, arrived... plus
Carrier with blue livery goes green
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is launching "SAF flight initiative", a new and dedicated initiative to reduce CO2 emissions. Designed to promote sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by collaborating with major companies in this area, such as Kintetsu World Express, Nippon... plus
Qatar Airways Cargo signs with SAL
SAL Saudi Logistics Services, a global air cargo handler, has signed a cargo ground handling agreement with Qatar Airways Cargo, to provide comprehensive ground logistics support at Saudi Arabia’s main airports, including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Medina. SAL CEO Hesham... plus
Bundling forces in Cologne-Bonn area
Technisches Hilfswerk (THW) and the operator of Cologne/Bonn airport (CGN) have signed a cooperation agreement for future emergency operations. With this partnership, the German federal agency based in Bonn is further expanding its logistics capacities. The next time the... plus