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Maastricht Aachen Airport saves the day as Belgium strikes

For one day last month, cargo flights were redirected to Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) following the disruption that saw the

US tariffs would be fishy for Norwegian airfreight

Norwegian salmon exports have experienced significant growth in recent years, with airfreight playing a crucial role in reaching distant markets

Airfreight’s tale of five airlines

Since 2020, several all-cargo airlines have emerged in Europe, expanding the sector and addressing the rising demand for freight transportation.

United Cargo: Succeeding in Europe in the face of challenges

We asked United Airlines Cargo about the value European cargo gives to the carrier. ACW: What are the primary European

1920s: The decade that revolutionised European airfreight forever

One hundred years ago, the 1920s marked a transformative period in aviation history, particularly in Europe, where airfreight and long-distance

Airfreight consequences of Heathrow’s third runway

The UK government’s approval of Heathrow’s third runway was met with a mix of surprise and controversy. While the expansion

Thailand’s airfreight soaring high with heavy loads

As of January 2025, Thailand’s airfreight sector is experiencing significant developments which suggest a vibrant industry. Pattaya Airways, a Thai

Qantas joins AAPA: Kangaroos now fly in packs!

The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) has announced that Qantas Airways has joined AAPA with immediate effect. “We are

An airfreight tale of two Koreas

The Korean peninsula is a unique geographical and political stretch of land that hosts one of the world’s most successful

AFKLMP: Moving mountains of cargo, Asia style

Air France KLM Martinair’s (AFKLMP) airfreight operations in the Asia Pacific region demonstrate a robust and strategic approach to cargo

World airports: Profile showcase directory 2025

Here are some of the airports covered in A-Z World Airports Profile Showcase Directory for 2025: Brussels Airport Brussels Airport

First airport, first cargo: skies got organised

The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, conducted their historic first flight on December 17, 1903, at Kill Devil Hills, near

Greening air cargo: challenges, initiatives ahead!

Air cargo operations are an essential component of global trade, ensuring the rapid transportation of goods across continents. However, the

New and planned airport airfreight projects

In 2024, , several significant air cargo airport warehousing projects were completed, enhancing global logistics infrastructure. Last year also saw

ACI’s report reviews 2023 global airport trends

The Airport Council International (ACI) has released its 2024 review of operating conditions in 2023 in the air cargo sector.

What makes the perfect airport for air cargo operations?

A perfect airport for air cargo operations can be said to seamlessly integrate efficiency, sustainability and scalability while maintaining high

EMA pivotal to regional growth

The Department for Business and Trade’s Minister for Services, Small Business and Exports Gareth Thomas MP, was keynote speaker at

New look awards to take industry by storm

Steven Polmans, Azura International managing director, is one of the most recognisable figures in global airfreight. Now in charge of

An ‘exceptional experience’ in Bangkok!

During the summer, Indian GSSA Group Concorde staged its Management Summit 2024 which unfolded over two days in the city

Why HAE Group has the edge in the market

ACW talked to the global HAE Group team who were all involved in the whole interview. Their answers reflect on

GSSAs commercialise airfreight capacity

According to market data provider for air cargo operations, WorldACD, General Sales Agents (GSAs) account for a significant 25% of

FEDAGSA knows the real skill needed by GSSAs

Glenn Shires, secretary general of FEDAGSA, has pinpointed how the role of the cargo GSA and GSSA will evolve in

Money matters: M&A and financials in the industry

Recent mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity within the cargo GSA and GSSA sectors has seen significant momentum this year, with

Digitalisation faces major challenges

Adrien Thominet takes time away from his duties as ECS Group’s executive chairman to consider how air cargo will transition

ALG enjoys three milestones in September

Air Logistics Group had three notable reasons to celebrate various milestones last month. September was marked by an event, an

GSSAs assist airlines in high-cost, emerging markets

Airlines in high-cost or emerging markets relying heavily on GSSAs for local expertise, while airlines in developed regions often manage

United Airlines: Cargo with heart

In conversation with Chris Busch, Vice President, United Cargo Americas. Q. How significant is Latin America in United Airlines Cargo’s

Airfreight hubs in Latin America

The top freight airports in Latin America are vital hubs for cargo transportation, handling significant volumes of goods annually. Here

Latin America watches as Uncle Sam votes

As the United States approaches the upcoming presidential election in November, air cargo players in Latin America have a keen

Where in the world: Latin America

Latin America: The term generally refers to the region in the Americas where Romance languages (derived from Latin) are spoken,

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