Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has announced its complete readiness for the UAE Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) regulations, ensuring that partners and customers will experience no disruptions in their shipments. This achievement underscores the carrier’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security and efficiency in operations. PLACI is an advanced security measure designed to enhance the monitoring and safety of air cargo. It
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IATA Reports Strong Global Air Cargo Growth in March 2024
The latest data from IATA reveals robust annual growth in global air cargo markets, with March 2024 showing promising figures. According to IATA’s report, total global demand measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs) surged by 10.3% compared to March 2023, marking the fourth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year growth. International operations experienced an even stronger growth rate of 11.4%. Willie Walsh, IATA Director General, highlighted the significance of this growth, stating
Green methanol-enabled Ane Maersk makes first call in Dubai
Maersk’s first large vessel that can run on green methanol, Ane Maersk, arrived in Dubai, UAE for the very first time and was welcomed by DP World at Jebel Ali. “Serving the AE7 string, which connects Asia and Europe, Ane Maersk arrived in the UAE on her rotation, beginning in Hamburg in Germany and covering several ports in Europe, the Mediterranean and the Gulf countries. She will further sail to
Bengaluru Airport cargo handled up 7% in FY2024
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (KIAB/Bengaluru Airport) handled 439,524 tonnes of cargo in the financial year 2023-24, an increase of 7.1 percent compared with FY2023.“International tonnage reached 266,186 tonnes, a four percent growth over the previous year while domestic tonnage experienced a strong 13 percent rise, totaling 173,338 tonnes in comparison to the previous year,” says an official release. BLR Cargo continued its growth momentum operating to 33 destinations in FY2024
Dubai Airport reopens after UAE weather experienced
Dubai International Airport has announced the resumption of inbound flights at Terminal 1, with Emirates and flydubai flights operating out of Terminal 3, following disruptions caused by record rainfall in the Emirates. However, flight delays are anticipated as extensive clean-up efforts continue. Over two days, more than 1,200 flights were cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions this week. “Dubai International (DXB) has resumed in-bound flights of international airlines operating out
Emirates SkyCargo Partners with DB Schenker to Enhance Logistics Solutions
Emirates SkyCargo has initiated an API connection with DB Schenker, a prominent player in global logistics solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance customer experience and streamline international trade processes through digitalization. Through a host-to-host connection with DB Schenker’s internal booking engine, Emirates SkyCargo seeks to optimize the air freight booking process. This integration provides agents direct access to Emirates SkyCargo’s schedules, Standard and Contract Tariff rates, available capacity, and extensive
UAE Faces Unprecedented Rainfall, Disrupting Travel and Cargo Operations
The United Arab Emirates experienced an unprecedented deluge on Tuesday last week, with Dubai receiving over 14 cm of rain in a single day, equivalent to the region’s annual rainfall. The heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding, leading to disruptions in travel and cargo operations. At Dubai International Airport (DXB), arrivals were temporarily halted as standing water covered taxiways, causing travel chaos. Passengers struggled to reach terminals due to flooded roads
Europa Air & Sea Utilizes Antonov 124 for Time-Critical Cargo Operation from UK to UAE
Europa Air & Sea recently chartered the Antonov 124, one of the world’s largest commercial aircraft, to transport time-critical cargo from the UK to the UAE. The AN-124, capable of carrying up to 120 tonnes at take-off, facilitated the movement of cargo for one of the UK’s leading hydraulics manufacturers. Despite facing challenges posed by adverse weather conditions, Europa’s Air & Sea division, with specialist teams in both the UAE
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
Qatar Airways Avoids Australian Lawsuit Over Women’s Invasive Examinations
Five Australian women who were strip-searched and invasively examined at Doha airport have failed in their bid to sue Qatar Airways. They and other women were ordered off a flight and checked for whether they had given birth after a baby was found abandoned in an airport bin in 2020. The incident sparked public outrage and it was condemned by several nations. An Australian court found the state-owned airline could