Lufthansa Cargo AG loaded the 100,000th tonne of cargo via Fraport AG’s Speed Gate at Frankfurt Airport, in April 2017. Lufthansa Cargo AG uses Speed Gate at CargoCity South, Europe’s largest hub for global cargo logistics, since autumn 2014. Cargo is unloaded at four automated gates at the press of a button; security checked within the gates and subsequently brought directly to the aircraft. “With optional mobile add-ons, such as our ‘Mobile Acceptance’ and ‘Customized Import’ … [Read more...] about Lufthansa loads 100,000 tonnes of cargo via Speed Gate
Ground Handling & Cargo Terminals
A Successful start to Muscat Operations for Swissport Oman
flydubai and Air Arabia were the launch customers for Swissport Oman, a subsidiary of Swissport international, as they began operations at Muscat International Airport. They are responsible for providing comprehensive ground handling services including passenger and ramp handling, baggage services, operations coordination and load control for a total of 10 daily regional flights. In order to achieve outstanding operations from the beginning, Swissport Oman has invested considerable … [Read more...] about A Successful start to Muscat Operations for Swissport Oman
AAT Obtains IATA CEIV Pharma Certification
Asia Airfreight Terminal Co. Ltd. (AAT) successfully obtained the CEIV Pharma Certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in late April this year. Receiving the accreditation goes a long way in demonstrating AAT’s commitment to preserving the cold chain during the air transportation of pharmaceutical products, and delivering excellent service quality in the handling of special cargo to their customers. The certification helps the industry establish a … [Read more...] about AAT Obtains IATA CEIV Pharma Certification
Hactl wins innovation award
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) – the major independent cargo handler at Hong Kong International Airport – has won the Innovation Award at this year’s Cargo Airline of the Year awards. Hactl’s winning submission focused on its ground-breaking recent switch to mobile computing throughout its giant terminal and ramp operations, which employ 2,400 staff. Its enhanced “COSAC-Mobile” apps suite now enables staff to input information, and receive updates and … [Read more...] about Hactl wins innovation award
Hong Kong Air Cargo takes off toward global vision
Hong Kong Air Cargo held a grand opening ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong on April 26th, 2017, hosting more than 400 distinguished guests. Hong Kong Air Cargo Chief Executive Officer Mr Zhong Guosong said, “We have, at last, officially obtained the Air Operator’s Certificate from the Civil Aviation Department and the Licence from the Air Transport Licensing Authority. This is the first Air Operator’s Certificate issued in Hong Kong in 12 years, and we are proud and excited … [Read more...] about Hong Kong Air Cargo takes off toward global vision
American Airlines Cargo continues to break records at London Heathrow
As the cargo industry continues to grow, American Airlines Cargo also continues to set new records. On the first week of March 2017, its London Heathrow (LHR) team broke its fourth daily record since August of 2016. On 3 March 2017, the team moved nearly 1.1 million pounds (489,849 kgs.) of freight into and out of LHR, a new record for a single day's throughput. American transported an impressive 600,000-plus pounds (276,672 kgs.) of cargo from the UK to the U.S., … [Read more...] about American Airlines Cargo continues to break records at London Heathrow