TAAG, Linhas Aéreas de Angola, which currently has 21 aircraft, intends to double its fleet and reach 40 aircraft by next year, as part of the reinforcement of its fleet. According to the president of the TAAG Executive Committee, Nelson Oliveira, who spoke last Thursday, in Luanda, on the sidelines of a meeting of tourism sector operators, the national flag company also works to increase routes in Africa and Asia.
Author: Constance Makungu
Nóqui River Terminal Construction to Propel Economic Activity in Zaire Province
During a ceremony in Luanda, Minister of Transport Ricardo Viegas d’Abreu reassured the public of the transformative impact expected from the construction of the Nóqui River Terminal in Zaire Province. The minister’s remarks came as the contract for the terminal’s construction, valued at $90 million and slated for completion within 18 months, was signed with China Harbor Engineering Company Ltd. China Harbor Engineering Company Ltd, renowned globally for its expertise
Strategies to boost the Lobito Corridor presented in Washington
The Lobito Corridor is part of the projects presented by the Angolan delegation at the World Bank and International Monetary Fund meetings with a view to attracting direct investment. The managing director of the Atlantic Railwai Consortium, Otoniel Manuel, said that the idea involves presenting everything that has been accomplished within the project, as well as the Executive’s strategies for its promotion. Otoniel Manuel explained that, although the railway connection
Nigeria’s NPA Secures $700 M Loan for Ports Upgrade
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has entered into an agreement with global financial institution Citibank for a $700 million loan aimed at revitalizing the Apapa and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos. The loan – funded by UK Export Finance – will support the rehabilitation of quay walls to enhance landside operations, and deepen droughts to 16.5 m to accommodate larger vessels and increase traffic flow. The loan will fund the
Emirates SkyCargo launches direct connection with DB Schenker
Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, has established an API connection with DB Schenker, a global leader in logistics service solutions. By leveraging digital tools, Emirates SkyCargo aims to elevate its world-class customer experience and enable the swifter and more efficient flow of international trade. The host-to-host connection with DB Schenker’s internal booking engine optimizes the air freight booking process, providing agents with direct access
Port of Los Angeles finishes first quarter up over previous year
The Port of Los Angeles handled 743,417 container units in March, a 19% increase over the previous year. It was the eighth consecutive month of year-over-year growth at the nation’s busiest port. For the first quarter ending March 31, local dockworkers moved 2,380,503 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) across Los Angeles marine terminals––nearly 30% more than 2023. It was among the Port’s best first quarter starts, behind only the pandemic import
Ethiopian Airlines launches new service to Warsaw
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest network operating carrier, is excited to announce the launch of new four times weekly passenger services to Warsaw, Poland via Athens. The inaugural flight is scheduled as of June 16, 2024, expanding the airline’s European destinations to 24. The new route, ET 764 from Addis Ababa to Warsaw via Athens, will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Return flight ET 765 from Warsaw to Addis
Cathay Pacific releases traffic figures for March 2024
Cathay Pacific today released its traffic figures for March 2024, which showed strong demand for travel from Hong Kong driven by the Easter holiday period, and travel to Hong Kong supported by the various exhibitions and events held in the city. Cathay Pacific carried a total of 1,883,404 passengers in March 2024, an increase of 42.4% compared with March 2023. The month’s revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs) increased 38.1% year on
CSX unveils its first hydrogen-powered locomotive
CSX (NASDAQ: CSX) has unveiled its first hydrogen-powered locomotive, marking a significant milestone in sustainable freight transportation. This pioneering achievement is the result of a successful partnership between CSX and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and demonstrates the company’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. The hydrogen locomotive was converted from an existing diesel locomotive using a hydrogen conversion kit developed by CPKC. The transformation took place at the CSX
Cathay Cargo Commends Hong Kong International Airport for Retaining Busiest Cargo Airport Title
Cathay Cargo extends congratulations to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for maintaining its status as the world’s busiest cargo airport in 2023, as reported by Airports Council International (ACI). As Hong Kong’s primary carrier for 77 years and the largest cargo operator at HKIA, Cathay Cargo takes pride in contributing to this achievement. Tom Owen, Director of Cargo at Cathay, remarked, “Hong Kong’s continued recognition as the top air cargo