A turbine runner and tooling weighing 115 tonnes and destined for the Ust-Srednekanskaya hydroelectric power station has arrived safely at Sokol Airport in Magadan, Russia, onboard a Volga-Dnepr Airlines’ An-124-100 ‘Ruslan’ freighter. Preparations for the transportation of the six-metre diameter turbine runner from St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport started in late 2015 in consultation with Power Machines Company, which produced the 85-tonne runner for the power station. Volga-Dnepr has … [Read more...] about Volga-Dnepr delivers 85 tonne runner for power plant
Carriers
Cathay Pacific relents on carriage of shark’s fin, implements total ban
Cathay Pacific Cargo has relented on the carriage of shark’s fin, implementing a total ban on all carriage of the product. The move comes significantly after most other Asian carriers implemented bans. Defending its position, Cathay said it has a "long standing commitment to play our role in a more sustainable world,” adding, "we were one of the first airlines in the world to raise the awareness of the unsustainability of the global shark trade." The airline said it has not approved any … [Read more...] about Cathay Pacific relents on carriage of shark’s fin, implements total ban
IAG Cargo enjoying strong pharma, tech traffic on Kuala Lumpur service
One year on from IAG Cargo’s Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur route launch, the service has exceeded expectations, the carrier said, proving itself a valuable gateway for manufacturers and high-tech shippers into this important Asian trade hub. Demand from pharmaceutical customers has also been high, IAG said. Since the launch in May last year, IAG Cargo has seen weekly tonnage volumes of Constant Climate shipments out of Asia Pacific increase by an average of 50 per cent compared to the previous … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo enjoying strong pharma, tech traffic on Kuala Lumpur service
ABC sees 31% surge in volumes over first five months of ‘16
AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) is continuing its steady path of growth by reporting a 31 per cent year-on-year increase in tonnage for both the month of May and for the first five months of 2016, carrying 50,482 tonnes and 238,154 tonnes respectively throughout its expanded international network. The airline's FTK performance reinforced its secure foothold in the global air cargo market by increasing 21 per cent in May and 24 per cent for the opening five months of 2016. ABC’s growth in … [Read more...] about ABC sees 31% surge in volumes over first five months of ‘16
Cargolux expands product portfolio capability
Cargolux has launched an extension to its product portfolio with two new additions, CV Select and CV Select+. These two features act as an additional layer in combination with any of the eight existing products and are implemented immediately. They can be added to a product through the product speed feature while booking. The two additions present customers with a number of unique advantages. CV Select features preferred access to premium capacity and booking commitment, all combined with the … [Read more...] about Cargolux expands product portfolio capability
Singapore Airlines pulling out of Brazil
Singapore Airlines will terminate its South American passenger operations from 20 October this year meaning it will no longer offer cargo belly capacity into the Brazilian market. The carrier says its three times weekly Singapore Changi-São Paulo Guarulhos via Barcelona El Prat service has suffered from poor passenger loads in recent months thereby warranting its closure. Brazil’s economy has been mired in recession resulting in a number of carriers slashing services to the country. In … [Read more...] about Singapore Airlines pulling out of Brazil