CGN opens new goods control centre 
Cologne Bonn airport (CGN) has launched a new goods control point at its ‘Cargo West’ facility, marking the first of three construction projects at the new interface to the security area. The facility, built in 15 months at a cost of around EUR6 million, is where all goods... more
Airbus launches Saf book-and-claim scheme
Airbus is piloting a new book-and-claim system to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuel (Saf) in the industry. The initiative, running throughout 2025, will enable operators to purchase Saf certificates and claim associated emission reductions – regardless of where the... more
More ATR 72-600Fs and B777Fs
FedEx Express has confirmed the purchase of ten additional ATR 72-600 freighters, adding to a previous order for 30 units. Deliveries of the new turboprops are scheduled between 2027 and 2029. The purpose-built ATR 72-600F is the only regional freighter currently in... more
Swiss-Canadian cooperation on medical deliveries
Toronto-based Volatus Aerospace has partnered with Swiss drone firm Rigitech to expand its drone delivery network. The deal will integrate Rigitech’s ‘Eiger’ long-range drone into Volatus’ operations, enabling payloads of up to 3 kg over 100 km—ideal for medical deliveries to... more
Partnering for airport charges data worldwide
Awery Aviation Software and RDC Aviation have formed a strategic partnership that will give Awery ERP users access to RDC’s global ‘AirportCharges’ platform. The integration enables seamless access to airport fees at over 3,000 airports worldwide. UK-based RDC provides... more
Cargo disruptions after Heathrow power outage
A major power outage shut down London Heathrow airport for the entire day on 21 March, following a fire in a power sub-station in Hayes. While attention focused on passengers, the disruption to airfreight operations was also very severe. With most cargo moved in the bellyhold... more
Afraa improving air and cargo connectivity in Africa
At the Uneca conference in Addis Ababa Abderahmane Berthé, the secretary-general of the African Airlines Association (Afraa), urged action to improve air connectivity and reduce costs in Africa. He called for easier market access, stronger airline cooperation, lower taxes and... more
Enhancing air export booking in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi’s ‘Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform‘ is introducing new export rate determination and booking features to boost efficiency and accuracy in air shipments. The initiative is a collaboration between the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, the Maqta Technologies Group... more
Haeco to serve MSC Air Cargo in Hong Kong
Haeco has signed a line maintenance agreement with MSC Air, the Milan-based freight carrier operating under MSC Air Cargo. Under the deal Haeco will service MSC Air’s Boeing B777-200LRF freighters at Hong Kong airport, the world’s busiest cargo hub. With 75 years of MRO... more
New cargo project at Newcastle airport
Newcastle airport has announced the launch of its AirLink project, a 69,700 m² cargo hub set to boost the economy of northeastern England by GBP 165 million annually and create up to 2,600 jobs. The development will serve cargo operators, forwarders and ground handling... more