Etihad Cargo has partnered with Awery Aviation Software to implement a customised version of the latter’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to manage its cargo chartering programme. The move comes amidst increased demand for Etihad’s charter services due to a surge in e-commerce, which has seen the carrier receive 35 percent more requests and operate 23 percent more charter flights in 2023 compared to the previous year. The innovative solution is expected to enable the airline to … [Read more...] about Etihad enhances cargo charter services with Awery
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DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Dokasch has launched a special unit load device or ULD that is expected to improve the passenger experience for airlines during return trips. Together with launch partner Condor, who supported the development of the new solution, the German manufacturer has rolled out the new AKE LD3 “Dokasch Cater Cage.” The customisable design can take up to 12 half-size trolleys (or an equivalent mix of half- and full-size) plus additional catering boxes and oven racks to keep meals and food items fresh … [Read more...] about DoKaSch rolls out new solution for return catering
Chapman Freeborn bolsters regional hold with new bosses
Chapman Freeborn, part of Avia Solutions Group, is strengthening its presence in Asia Pacific, and neighbouring India, Middle East and Africa with two new appointments and a brand-new office in Riyadh. The air charter specialist has elected Mark Thibault as APAC president, whilst Alain Champonnois will take the helm as boss for the IMEA cluster. Thibault has been in business aviation for 40 years, holding mission-critical business, quality, safety, and senior management roles for … [Read more...] about Chapman Freeborn bolsters regional hold with new bosses
Airbus ‘comes full circle’ in China with first ALCS
Airbus is working with partners to promote a circular economy in the aviation industry as it started operations at its first service centre dedicated to the entire lifecycle of an aircraft in China’s Chengdu province. The Airbus Lifecycle Services Centre (ALSC) will offer solutions to manage the entire lifecycle of an aircraft as a ‘one-stop’ shop. This includes the full range of activities from aircraft parking and storage to maintenance, such as upgrades, conversions, … [Read more...] about Airbus ‘comes full circle’ in China with first ALCS
Atlas Air completes MSC freighter order
Atlas Air has taken delivery of another Boeing 777 Freighter, completing the first set of four aircraft that it will operate on behalf of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA. This aircraft adds further capacity for the forwarder’s existing weekly air freight service, including a route from Hong Kong (HKG) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). Atlas Air ordered the four freighters in January 2022, and the inaugural 777F was delivered in November 2022, with the second and third widebody … [Read more...] about Atlas Air completes MSC freighter order
Challenge completed: 1,000 charter flights and counting
Challenge Group marked a significant achievement in December as it completed its 1,000th charter flight earlier this month. The freighter operator has been operating since 2020 with now four 747 widebody cargo aircraft and is on track to grow its fleet by 60 percent next year. Challenge said its end-to-end approach and flexibility are the reasons why customers have made it their preferred choice. It can arrange trucking at origin, building up of cargo, loading onto aircraft under one of … [Read more...] about Challenge completed: 1,000 charter flights and counting