Aquaculture and whales 
Two months after announcing the development of 1.1 sqkm dedicated zone for aquaculture and related industries the Kezad Group, from Abu-Dhabi, and Flying Whales, a French-Canadian aeronautical company, have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding. Kezad operates... more
AD Ports to add logistics area in Alexandria
AD Ports and the Egyptian ministry of industry and transport are embarking on the joint development of a 1.1 sqkm logistics park at Alexandria Port. As part of the venture, AD Ports will work together with an affiliate of the Egyptian ministry and explore developing, managing... more
NAV Aero and Oman Air Cargo join forces
Nav Aero, a global cargo GSSA and brokerage network, has entered into a partnership with Oman Air Cargo, a carrier recognised for its innovative airfreight solutions. This agreement enables Nav Aero to provide increased flight options, advanced scheduling flexibility and... more
CO2 avoidance and reduction certificates launched
The certificates, introduced by Etihad Rail in the UAE, quantify and validate the carbon savings businesses achieve by choosing rail over alternative transport modes, directly contributing to the UAE’s decarbonisation goals. It is the region’s first-ever ‘CO2 Emission Avoidance... more
Adding airfreight capacity in Saudi Arabia
Chapman Freeborn now works with Ajex Logistics Services to boost cargo and passenger activities in Saudi Arabia. With the kingdom’s ‘Vision 2030’ aiming to increase airfreight capacities to 4.5 million t a year, Chapman Freeborn can add to its offerings in the region.... more
LH Cargo welcomes regional executives
Lufthansa Cargo named two executives to new positions at the beginning of this year. On 1 January Andre Schulz, previously the head of the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and CIS region, took over as the head of Europe. He’s thus been in charge of all of Lufthansa... more
Deploying the newest ETV in the kingdom
Aviation Handling Services Jordan now uses Lödige Industries technology at its new cargo terminal at Queen Alia airport in Amman (Jordan). The freight facility covers 8,000 sqm and features a very narrow aisle racking system with 2,400 skid positions, capable of accommodating a... more
European first for Maltese aviation
The Challenge Group has leased two more Boeing B777-300ERSF converted freighters from Aercap. The aircraft, known as ‘The Big Twins’, are passenger units converted into freighters, and offer greater cargo capacity and improved fuel efficiency. The milestone was celebrated at... more
Ford and Schenker open Dubai South hub
DB Schenker and Ford have opened a parts distribution centre in Dubai South, adding 42,000 m2 of logistics capacity in the region. Inaugurated on 9 January by senior executives of both companies, the facility aims to boost storage capacity and picking for parts. It is fitted... more
Efis Maroc partners China Eastern Airlines
Efis Maroc, a subsidiary of the ECS Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with China Eastern Airlines, further solidifying its leadership in African cargo logistics. The agreement introduces three weekly flights between Casablanca (CMN) and Shanghai (PVG) via Marseille... more