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Air Cargo


Capacity agreement between Lufthansa Cargo and ITA Airways takes off from Rome
With the start of the winter flight schedule on 26 October 2025, the cooperation between Lufthansa Cargo and ITA Airways was further expanded: Cargo shipments are now also being transported under Lufthansa Cargo's own AWB number 020 on flights originating in Rome-Fiumicino Airport. Within the last two weeks, more than 1,000 tons of freight have already been transported in the cargo hold of ITA Airways passenger aircraft. The cooperation between the two companies, which began
Nov 202 min read


Trackonomy and Delta Cargo Launch Pulse: A New Era of Air Freight Transparency and Efficiency
Trackonomy, a global leader in Physical AI and smart logistics solutions, today announced its collaboration with Delta Cargo, the air freight division of Delta Air Lines, to power the newly launched Pulse platform, marking a major leap forward in shipment transparency and operational reliability across the aviation industry. Pulse harnesses Trackonomy’s next-generation visibility technology to provide Delta’s clients with real-time location intelligence from airport to airpor
Nov 142 min read


FedEx Expands Intra-Asia Network to Accelerate Regional Trade Growth
Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has further enhanced its intra-Asia network to meet growing trade demand in Southeast Asia, increasing connectivity, capacity and agility for Asian businesses. Elevating Malaysia’s Regional Connectivity with New Nonstop flights in and out of Penang FedEx has introduced nonstop cargo flights connecting its Asia Pacific hub at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) with Penang Intern
Nov 62 min read


Emirates Courier Express launches in Germany, expanding European footprint
Emirates Courier Express has grown its footprint in Europe with the start of operations in Germany. Headquartered from Frankfurt, the groundbreaking door-to-door cross-border delivery solution is primed to serve Germany’s manufacturing hub and add a new, more direct offering to Europe’s B2B supply chains and B2C shippers. The launch into Germany is a strategic development in Emirates Courier Express’ expansion plans, enabling the airline to better serve one of Europe’s most
Nov 62 min read


Swissport expands in Japan with new operations at New Chitose Airport
Swissport has expanded its operational footprint in Japan with the start of ground handling services at New Chitose Airport (CTS). The new operation marks a strategic milestone for Swissport in northern Japan, supporting Eastar Jet’s daily services between Busan and Sapporo. Swissport, the global leader in airport ground operations, air cargo services, and airport hospitality commenced Passenger Services and Ramp Services for Eastar Jet’s daily flights between Busan’s Gimha
Nov 62 min read


Menzies Aviation, TAAG Angola Airlines and SGA Angola announce strategic agreement
Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has announced a strategic agreement with TAAG Angola Airlines and Sociedade Gestora de Aeroportos (SGA) to establish Menzies Aviation Angola, Lda. This new partnership strengthens the delivery of world-class ground handling, cargo and airport services nationwide, driving operational excellence and innovation across Angola’s aviation ecosystem, and strengthening Menzies’ presence in Africa. It
Oct 312 min read


dnata and Silk Way Group to Create Aviation Services Hub in Azerbaijan
dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has signed a joint venture agreement with Azerbaijan’s Silk Way Group to establish ground handling and cargo operations at the new airport, Alat International Airport, in the Alat Free Economic Zone in Baku. The venture, set to launch with the opening of the new terminal in April 2027, represents a significant investment in the future of Azerbaijan’s aviation and logistics sectors. It will combine dnata’s global expert
Oct 312 min read


Riyadh Air Takes Off to London: Daily Flights Begin October 26
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, a PIF company, recently revealed two significant milestones as it announces a landmark on its journey towards its 2025 debut. Firstly, the commencement of its first daily flights to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on October 26th, designed to ensure unparalleled readiness and operational excellence as it creates world-class travel experiences. Riyadh Air is also proud to unveil Sfeer, its groundbreaking loyalty offering, which wi
Oct 242 min read


ANA, NCA to Launch Codeshare on Freighter Services ConnectingJapan, Europe and North America
All Nippon Airways Co., Ltd. (head office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Shinichi Inoue; hereinafter "ANA") and Nippon Cargo Airlines Co., Ltd. (head office: Narita, Chiba; President and CEO: Hiroyuki Homma; hereinafter "NCA") will begin codeshare operations on cargo flights between Japan, Europe and North America on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025. Under the agreement, ANA's code will appear on NCA's Boeing 747 freighter services from Narita to North American destinations—Chica
Oct 241 min read


Cathay Cargo becomes the first airline to offer real-time customs clearance status via IATA ONE Record
Cathay Cargo has become the first airline to introduce real-time customs clearance updates to customers subscribed to the EzyCargo platform, or those who already have ONE Record API links to the airline’s system, bringing greater visibility and efficiency to the air-cargo shipment journey. The important new development is based on the IATA ONE Record data protocol, and adds customs authorities as an additional air cargo stakeholder into Cathay Cargo’s real-time communications
Oct 172 min read


FedEx Launches New Flight Between Indianapolis and Dublin
FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), the world’s largest express transportation company, has launched a new four-day-a-week 767 flight between...
Oct 102 min read


YTO Cargo Airlines, a Top 5 Chinese Carrier, Joins WebCargo by Freightos, Boosting Digital Access to China-South Asia
Freightos (NASDAQ: CRGO), the leading vendor-neutral global freight booking and payment platform, and YTO Cargo Airlines , one of China’s...
Sep 192 min read


July Air Cargo Up 5.5%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured...
Aug 302 min read


From East Asia to Everywhere: Emirates SkyCargo Strengthens Cargo Corridors
With the launch of passenger services to Hangzhou, China, Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline,...
Aug 163 min read


ANA Holdings Finalizes Acquisition ofAll Shares of Nippon Cargo Airlines
After obtaining approval from the relevant authorities, ANA Holdings (ANA HD) acquired all shares of Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA) through...
Aug 42 min read


Delta is Expanding its Reach from Los Angeles International Airport with Two New Nonstop Routes: Daily Service to Hong Kong beginning June 6, 2026, and Three Daily Flights to Chicago O’Har
Delta is expanding its reach from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) with two new nonstop routes: daily service to Hong Kong (HKG)...
Jul 252 min read


Further Expansion of Transatlantic Alliance
Zürich, Switzerland – Last week, Swiss WorldCargo announce it’s entry into Lufthansa Cargo’s and United Cargo’s joint business...
Jul 242 min read


Emirates SkyCargo doubles down on providing exceptional customer experience
As the industry navigates evolving trade patterns, commitment to an exceptional customer experience has never been more important....
Jul 93 min read


Q2 FREIGHT MARKET RECAP OF WEBCARGO BY FREIGHTOS: TARIFF TURMOIL, TRANSPACIFIC SURGES & MARKET COOLING ACROSS KEY LANES
The Freightos Baltic Index Global benchmark was level for most of Q2 but in early June, following the US’s reduction of tariffs on...
Jul 34 min read


MASkargo, IAG Cargo and Qatar Airways Cargo Prepare for Launch of Global Cargo Joint Business
At a press conference held at Air Cargo Europe in Munich, MAB Kargo Sdn Bhd (MASkargo), IAG Cargo and Qatar Airways Cargo discussed their...
Jun 123 min read
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