Middle East and Africa airfreight: Shared growth drivers, similar challenges ahead

The Middle East and African airfreight markets, while geographically distinct, share several common factors in their current dynamics and face

WestJet Cargo extends Jettainer contract

Jettainer remains the ULD partner of choice for WestJet Cargo in the coming years. The Canadian airline has extended the

GEODIS awarded the GEEIS-SDG trophy for commitment to gender equality

On June 3, 2025, during the 30th anniversary of Arborus, GEODIS was awarded the GEEIS-SDG trophy for the project led

Etihad Cargo signs strategic agreement with Ezhou-Huahu airport

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, signed a strategic co-operation agreement with Ezhou Huahu Airport, China,

Ascend Airways Malaysia advances AOC process

Ascend Airways Malaysia, a new Malaysia-based airline and a part of Avia Solutions Group – the largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew,

Etihad Airways and SF Airlines ink cargo joint business agreement

Etihad Airways and SF Airlines, China’s leading air cargo carrier, have signed a Joint Business Agreement (JBA) to enhance their

NX China acquires GDP Certification for Shanghai, Lianyungang facilities

Nippon Express (China) (NX China) has received Good Distribution Practice (GDP) certification for air and ocean freight forwarding of pharmaceutical

GOL, TAP adopt IATA FuelIS to deliver long-term fuel savings

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that GOL and TAP Air Portugal have become the first airlines to use

Emirates SkyCargo launches Aircraft Engines to move aircraft engines

Emirates SkyCargo has launched Aircraft Engines, a fit-for-purpose solution dedicated to the carriage of aviation’s most critical and high-value parts.

Neigh-bours approve: MST goes full gallop

Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) announced a new partnership with ECS Livestock at Air Cargo Europe 2025, Munich, that will see

SolitAir partners with Marsh McLennan for aviation risk management

SolitAir, the UAE’s only dedicated cargo airline operating express daily scheduled services between Dubai and high-yield key trade routes across

BIFA National Conference 2025 is a resounding success

MP Stella Creasy calls on the freight and logistics industry to become more proactive in making its voice heard by

Stewart Wingate named UK Airports MD; Pierre-Hugues Schmit takes over as LGW CEO

Following a very successful 15 years as Chief Executive of London Gatwick, Stewart Wingate has been appointed as managing director,

TIACA’s green scene: Cargo champs crowned for saving planet, profits too!

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has announced the results of the seventh Air Cargo Sustainability Awards, run in partnership

UK launches bold airspace overhaul to cut emissions

The UK government has unveiled the most significant transformation of its airspace since the 1950s, with a bold plan to

Embraer deepens commitment to India with new subsidiary

Brazilian aerospace and defence major Embraer today announced a significant reinforcement of its commitment to India with the establishment of

Signs your business has been hacked amid growing cyber attacks

A cyber attack can cause significant issues for businesses in the airfreight supply chain, as hacked companies can experience a

Liege Airport launches CargoLand – the hub of the future

Some €500 million is being invested in an unparalleled cargo infrastructure project at Liege Airport (LGG). One that will redefine

Cargolux, AIT, Microsoft ink largest-ever green freight deal

Cargolux and global freight forwarding partner AIT Worldwide Logistics have signed the largest Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) deal in their

300% expansion of Frankfurt Cargo Services e-commerce handling facility

Frankfurt Cargo Services (FCS), a subsidiary of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has won a contract with EDT

Panattoni breaks ground on the UK’s largest ever speculative logistics facility

Panattoni, Europe’s largest developer of industrial and logistics real estate, has commenced construction of a 91,500 sq m speculative logistics

FedEx Global Healthcare secures IATA CEIV Pharma Corporate Certificate

FedEx has become the first global integrator to achieve CEIV Pharma certification for ground handling across its air hubs and

The tail end

After years of watching other people move airfreight between the cargo aprons of the world, Airfreight Bill has decided to

Global Feeder Services join forces with Antonov for US customers

In a move at the start of the year, set to reshape the landscape of heavy and oversized cargo transportation

ECS Group’s CEO JEAN Ceccaldi: “It’s our people who drive our success”

Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group, is a man confident that the air cargo business confidence remains strong. Behind this

Airlines need GSAs to sell, not stress

The concept of outsourcing as a formal business strategy emerged in 1989, building on the “focus on core competency” approach

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

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