More eGSEs and eGSUs at BSL and GVA 
Aiming to achieve a 55% proportion of electric vehicles in its global fleet by 2032, targeting a 42% reduction in CO2 from its own operations (scope 1 and scope 2) compared to 2022 levels, Swissport has introduced new electric ground power units (eGPUs) and additional electric... more
Enhancing the digital experience
Swiss WorldCargo, the airfreight division of Swiss International Airlines (Swiss), has broadened its partnership with Cargo One, a platform for digital air cargo bookings. It offers freight forwarders fast and intuitive access to Swiss WorldCargo’s services from markets in... more
Improving connectivity in the Caribbean
Global end-to-end supply chain solutions provider DP World has announced the arrival of its first freighter aircraft at the new air cargo logistics hub in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This milestone marks the official commencement of operations at this site, a multimodal... more
Iata Ceiv Pharma accreditation for Nairobi
Menzies Aviation-Siginon Aviation, a strategic partnership that provides cargo handling services in Kenya, has been awarded the Iata Ceiv Pharma accreditation for its recently expanded facility in Nairobi, Kenya. This marks the seventh Menzies Aviation location to be awarded the... more
Saudia Cargo moves into Jeddah's "MRO village"
Teddy Zebitz (left), CEO of Saudia Cargo, and Capt. Majed Sabbagh, VP of Transformation of Saudia Technic, on behalf of Fahd H. Cynndy, CEO of Saudia Technic, have signed a five-year agreement which will establish Saudia Cargo’s new headquarters at Saudia Technic's... more
Under two hours for a 90 t load
Glasgow Prestwick airport has invested GBP 2.17 million in new cargo equipment, cold storage solutions, and an X-ray machine, as part of the ongoing development of its freight services. The UK hub, which has no flight restrictions, has taken delivery of its second new high... more
In the market for the long haul 
In conversation with Or Zak, chief commercial officer of the Challenge Group. The fact that the aviation industry is a rather tough proposition is a truism. New freight airlines are always attempting to cut themselves a piece of the cake. Many a start-up soon disappears from the... more
AA Cargo enhances online booking offerings
American Airlines Cargo has concluded a strategic partnership with Cargo Ai, a Singapore-based digital enabler for the air cargo industry. The collaboration aims to increase booking capabilities on "Cargomart", Cargo Ai’s platform for freight management, with the... more
Nine passengers and cargo simultaneously
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft. The combi option enables operators to transport nine passengers and cargo... more
Dead butterflies from Portugal
US Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists intercepted a collection of 60 dead adult moth and butterfly specimens of the order lepidoptera on 3 May 2024. The unique shipment, which arrived from Portugal and was destined to an address in Wayne County, PA, violated... more