Introducing the first ATR-500 in Kenya 
Kenyan operator Renegade Air, turboprop lessor Abelo and the regional aircraft manufacturer ATR celebrated the introduction of the first ever ATR-500 aircraft in Kenya, during a ceremony held at Wilson airport. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the partners’... more
Scalability is the thing
Lödige Industries, a global supplier of material handling systems, has successfully completed the expansion of a cargo terminal of the Saigon Cargo Service Corporation (SCSC). With the integration of a second elevating transfer vehicle (ETV) and an additional 150 storage... more
Majority stake in MUC cargo handling agent to CHI
CHI Aviation Handling will acquire 74.9% of the shares in Cargogate, a cargo handling provider founded in 1974 and, until now, wholly owned by Munich Airport (MUC), which will retain the remaining 25.1%. After the transaction scheduled for January 2025, subject to regulatory... more
Fresh from Angola to global markets
Fuelled by the carrier's commercial dynamics and cargo business development, Taag Angola Airlines will facilitate cargo transport on behalf of several customers, covering intercontinental destinations and promoting the Luanda hub. Angola’s flag carrier and Habana Forwarding... more
Sats and Sinotrans to explore strategic projects
Sats and China-based air logistics giant, Sinotrans Air Freight (“Sinoair”) have agreed to collaborate on strategic projects in ground and cargo handling services in their respective networks, including setting up gateway hubs for Sinoair in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi... more
Passing the Hindu Kush with an A321F
Ten days ago, on 17 September, Smartlynx Airlines Cargo, part of the Avia Solutions Group family, a provider of acmi services, made its first stop at Navoi international airport (NVI) in Uzbekistan. This technical stop was a scheduled part of the cargo route from Dhaka,... more
Celebrating 20 years full of freight in India
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways, is celebrating 20 years of operations in India since its first flight to Mumbai on 26 September 2004. Over the years, Etihad Cargo has expanded its presence in the South Asian country, now offering... more
Strengthening partnership in Southwest Pacific
Menzies Aviation, a global service partner to airports and airlines, has extended a long-running agreement with Cathay Cargo. Under the renewed five-year contract, Menzies will continue to provide cargo and freighter ramp services for the carrier in the Southwest Pacific... more
No longer just the passenger cabin
ACM Aerospace, a global provider of customised service and product solutions for the aviation industry, with a focus on the development, production, and repair of aircraft and helicopter cabins, which is reflected in its name (Aircraft Cabin Modification), has expanded into the... more
GAC Bulgaria celebrates 20th anniversary
Globe Air Cargo Bulgaria, a subsidiary of ECS Group, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Under the leadership of managing director Tania Mlechenkova, GAC Bulgaria has strengthened its position as a major partner in the air cargo industry, representing airlines like... more