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Air Cargo


Liege Airport announces first direct scheduled connection with Chongqing as Suparna Airlines launches new cargo route
Liege Airport has announced the launch of a new scheduled cargo air service operated by Suparna Airlines, directly connecting Liege with Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. From January 5th, Suparna Airlines started to operate regular scheduled flights between Chongqing and Liege, marking the first-ever direct air cargo connection between Liege Airport and Chongqing. This new route represents an important strategic addition to Liege Airport’s cargo network and establish
Jan 111 min read


Emirates SkyCargo Sets Course for 2026 with Major Fleet, Network and Digital Investments
Emirates SkyCargo wraps the year with a clear roadmap to success in 2026, following significant investment in enhancing its fleet and network, forging new strategic partnerships, reshaping the digital landscape and launching all-new products over the last 12 months. As the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo is on track to seamlessly connect the globe, keeping goods flowing quickly, reliably and efficiently. Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior
Jan 115 min read


JAL to Increase Weekly Code-Share Cargo Flights with KALITTA Airlines between Narita and Chicago
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce an increase in the number of weekly code-share cargo flights operated with KALITTA Airlines between Narita and Chicago from three to five flights per week, starting December 10. Since May 2025, JAL has been provided stable and flexible air cargo transportation by incorporating large cargo aircraft into its network through a code-share agreement with KALITTA. This has enabled JAL to respond to the rapidly growing cargo demand bet
Dec 23, 20251 min read


Emirates SkyCargo reports record year in animal transportation
Emirates SkyCarg is a finely tuned operation that prioritises the highest levels of comfort and care for furry travellers in the clouds and on the ground. In 2025, Emirates SkyCargo transported over 14,600 cats, dogs and other domestic pets – an average of 40 pets every day! These globetrotting critters travelled all over the airline’s network, with the top cities including London, Melbourne, Glasgow, Cape Town, Paris, Mumbai, Toronto and, of course, Dubai. Over 1,000 pets ma
Dec 23, 20252 min read


ANAC Approves Additional Bringer Air Cargo Flights to Navegantes (NVT)
Bringer Air Cargo (BAC) today announced that the Brazilian Federal Aviation Authority (ANAC) has granted additional flight frequencies for its cargo service between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Navegantes International Airport (NVT) in Santa Catarina, Brazil. This approval comes on the heels of BAC’s historic first direct wide-body freighter flight from Miami to Navegantes, marking a significant advancement in international cargo connectivity for southern Brazil. The
Dec 18, 20252 min read


United Cargo and CargoAi Partner to Expand Digital Connectivity in Airfreight
United Cargo and CargoAi have formed a strategic partnership to expand digital connectivity in the airfreight industry. The integration makes United Cargo’s domestic and international capacity available on CargoAi’s platform, where more than 23,000 freight forwarders can access real-time rates, bookable capacity, and eBooking for General Cargo and Express services. Capacity can be booked through the CargoAi marketplace as well as direct connections with leading Transport Mana
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo embark on a new strategic cooperation
Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo, the air freight divisions of Lufthansa Group, are embarking on a new strategic cooperation, deepening commercial and operational synergies to enhance customer value. While both organizations will maintain their distinct brands and strengths, they are aligning closely to lead through the ongoing changes in the airfreight industry and global trade. Over the next months, Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo will unlock synergies in various c
Dec 4, 20252 min read


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 20, 20252 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 14, 20252 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 6, 20252 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 6, 20252 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 6, 20252 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 31, 20252 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 31, 20252 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 24, 20252 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 24, 20251 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 17, 20252 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 10, 20252 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 19, 20252 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 30, 20252 min read
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