The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) opens call for nominations for the 2023 Hall of Fame.
TIACA’s Hall of Fame recognizes air cargo professionals that play a vital role in the progress of aviation and have helped to shape and grow the industry. TIACA therefore seek 2023 Hall of Fame nominees who have:
“The Hall of Fame is made up of industry legends from across the globe. This year we are looking to recognize an individual that exemplifies what it means to be an industry leader that uses ingenuity and innovation to make an impact that drives our industry forward.” Steven Polmans, TIACA Chair
All nominations should be received by August 25th, 2023. The nominations received will be reviewed by TIACA’s Executive Committee. The Executive Committee will select three finalists for review and final selection by the Chairman’s Council. The selected nominee will be officially inducted into the Hall of Fame during the Executive Summit 2023 in Brussels, Belgium, November 6-8, 2023.
“Through recognizing the great efforts of industry leaders we hope to inspire others to follow similar paths of greatness and build a rewarding career that has a lasting impact of the world in which we live and work. We therefore urge our members and the industry to submit nominations of individuals that meet the criteria before the deadline of August 25th.” Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General
In a world marked by rapid change and an unprecedented demand for the safe and efficient transportation of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, Qatar Airways Cargo and Envirotainer are proud to strengthen their strategic ties to deliver an unparalleled customer experience while prioritising sustainability in their operations.
Recognising the pressing need to address environmental concerns, Qatar Airways Cargo and Envirotainer have joined forces to offer a more sustainable solution for shipping temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals to where they are needed most. By capitalising on both organisations’ extensive network capabilities, along with Envirotainer’s cutting-edge Releye® solution, CO2 emissions for shipments can be reduced by up to 90% compared to other solutions. The Releye® RLP and RLP solutions also ensure precise temperature control throughout the entire transportation process, meaning this partnership guarantees the utmost integrity and quality of temperature sensitive cargo like never before.
Miguel Rodriguez, Head of Cargo Products at Qatar Airways Cargo said: “I am thrilled to announce the reinforcement of our strategic partnership with Envirotainer, a global leader in temperature-controlled air transportation solutions. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Qatar Airways Cargo as we continue to enhance our capabilities in delivering pharmaceuticals and other temperature-sensitive cargo worldwide. At Qatar Airways Cargo, we understand the criticality of maintaining the cold chain and ensuring that pharmaceuticals reach their destination in optimal conditions. By joining forces with Envirotainer, we can offer our customers seamless access to their industry-leading containers, which are specifically designed to meet the stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical industry.
Commenting on the partnership, Akos Balkanyi, Global Key Account Manager, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Through the optimisation of our operations and investment in cutting-edge solutions such the Releye® units, we are actively reducing our environmental impact and contributing to a greener future reducing up to 90% our CO2 emissions. We are excited about this collaboration and the positive impact it will have on our customers and the industry as a whole.”
The collaboration between Qatar Airways Cargo and Envirotainer underscores ongoing commitment of both organisations to investing in the latest technologies to meet the needs of the life sciences sector and is poised to make a long-term positive impact on customers and the industry for the future. Both organisations are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead, as they work together to ensure the safe transportation of pharmaceuticals and provide reliable and sustainable cold chain solutions that uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
As part of Mother’s Day celebrations, LATAM Cargo, Kuehne+Nagel and Elite Flower joined forces to purchase more than 25,000 liters of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The amount purchased would reduce the equivalent of the total emissions generated by a cargo flight on the Bogota-Miami route, carrying a large shipment of flowers, mainly roses.
The SAF acquired is a type of fuel that comes from alternative raw materials such as waste, fats and oils, among others, to produce a low-CO2 fuel. The SAFis then blended with conventional fuel.
In this case, the sustainable aviation fuel purchased was produced from used cooking oil, which after being treated is blended with traditional jet fuel. Considering that SAF has an attributed CO2 reduction factor of about 80% in its life cycle compared to the conventional fuel, the companies purchased the necessary quantity of SAF to achieve the total emissions reduction on the announced route.
“This initiative marks yet another milestone for the LATAM Group in our efforts against climate change. We want to make a significant contribution to the sustainable development of the region, and to this end, among other things, we have committed to be carbon neutral by 2050. This purchase is in line with this objective as it allows us to continue moving forward with our SAF agenda. It also reflects the importance of collaboration throughout the logistics chain in order to achieve major changes. We hope that examples like this help capitalize on South America’s potential for SAF generation,” says Andrés Bianchi, CEO of LATAM Cargo.
In the case of the global logistics company, Kuehne+Nagel, this represented a milestone in its goal to develop tangible solutions for all types of customers and industries, with the aim of reducing CO2 emissions in supply chains and their environmental impact. In this line, Ingo Goldhammer, President of Kuehne+Nagel for South and Central America, said: “There is no doubt that climate change is one of the greatest challenges we face. At Kuehne+Nagel we understand this and, as an industry, we need to accelerate the path to reducing global warming. Our alliance with Elite Flower and LATAM Cargo, reflects that collaboration between companies is the best way to carry out concrete actions, with each company contributing its experience and expertise to work under a common goal that benefits us all”.
Galo Sanchez, Executive Vice President, Elite Group, a recognized company in the floral world, added: “Sustainability is at the core of our values at Elite Group and in each part of our business units. Thus, we understand the urgency of addressing the environmental challenges of flower’s transportation by air freight from Colombia and Ecuador to the United States, Canada and parts of Europe. Our relentless pursuit to reduce emissions continues as we work toward our net zero goal. By investing directly in SAF, we are taking a significant step toward reducing our emissions and contributing to a better future for the environment. This initiative is in line with our broader sustainability strategy, where we are exploring innovative solutions to achieve a more sustainable supply chain.”
According to IATA, the use of SAF can currently make a big difference in the decarbonization of the aviation industry. However, the amount of SAF available worldwide is limited, mainly due to the lack of conditions necessary for its research, development and production.
South America has great potential to produce SAF in terms of natural resources and expertise. Thus, it is capable of making a very significant contribution to climate action. For this reason, collaborative work between the different actors involved in the industry is necessary to promote the production of SAF in the region.
Commitment to sustainability
In 2021, the LATAM Group launched its renewed sustainability strategy in which it set challenging goals: for SAF to represent 5% of all fuel consumption in its operations by 2030; to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050; to eliminate single-use plastics by 2023; and to become a zero-waste-to-landfill group by 2027.
For its part, Kuehne+Nagel communicated in March its new business strategy for the next four years and, in order to meet its goal, it established the following priority pillars: Kuehne+Nagel Experience, Digital Ecosystem, Market Potential and Living ESG. The latter with a focus on developing concrete actions that contribute to reducing environmental impact, along with working at a social level with the communities with the support of a consolidated governance structure. In its commitment to decarbonize the industry, the company has reached important agreements at a global level to be able to offer SAF in the 100 countries where it operates.
In addition to this, Kuehne+Nagel provides platforms to its clients such as myKN and SeaExplorer, capable of providing visibility on the carbon emissions of operations as well as providing reporting that seeks to measure, avoid and reduce the carbon footprint around logistics processes
Accelya a leading global provider of software and technology solutions to the travel industry, announced that Istanbul-based flag carrier Turkish Airlines had renewed its existing agreement.
Through this agreement, Turkish Airlines will rely on Accelya’s data and analytics capabilities to obtain accurate market intelligence across its main markets, helping the carrier identify targeted opportunities.
Trusted by airline station managers and sales teams worldwide, Accelya’s Industry Insights solution provides instant information on an airline’s market share against its competitors. In just a few clicks, the web-based solution enables superior decision-making to improve market share and ensure increased competitiveness.
“We’re delighted to extend our partnership with one of Europe’s leading carriers and look forward to empowering Turkish Airlines’ commercial department with accurate industry insights for many more years,” commented Artur Farinha, SVP of Industry & Analytics at Accelya. “With complete coverage of the main markets of Turkish Airlines, we’re confident that Accelya’s Industry Insights solution will continue to unlock new revenue opportunities for the airline.”
“Over the last six years, Accelya’s robust and reliable services have ensured our sales leaders delivered on budget and could create additional value for the airline,” added Ali Fuat, VP of Sales Analytics & Online Channels at Turkish Airlines. “As we continue to see strong demand on our domestic and international routes, Accelya’s accurate industry insights, and their integration with other Accelya portfolio solutions, will play a key role in enabling a smooth user experience across our commercial department.”
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, the largest air cargo network operator in Africa, and cargo.one announced a significant partnership to offer the Ethiopian national carrier’s capacities for instant booking on the air cargo booking marketplace. Comprising its debut digital sales channel, cargo.one now has an important collaborative role in transforming access to Ethiopian Cargo services for freight forwarders all across the world. Ethiopian Cargo gains cargo.one’s vast digital sales expertise to enrich and propel its digitalization journey.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics is pursuing a trajectory of ambitious growth in its mission to become among the top 20 cargo airlines worldwide by 2035. Operating Africa’s largest air cargo network, the airline currently covers more than 130 international destinations around the world with both belly hold capacity and 69 dedicated freighter services using its modern and young fleets. In addition to its connectivity, Ethiopian Cargo offers forwarders great flexibility, including high-speed and priority shipments.
By joining an established, high-performing digital marketplace, Ethiopian Cargo will grow its visibility with agents worldwide and further enrich its brand into the digital realm. On cargo.one, the airline can trust that customers receive the very best digital standards for accessibility, online experience and control in the booking of its capacities. Ethiopian Cargo joins over 40 of the world’s leading airlines that leverage cargo.one as a robust digital sales channel with customer centricity at its core.
Mr. Abel Alemu, Managing Director, Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services comments, “Digital sales will become a vital part of our future. Joining forces with cargo.one is the natural choice when looking for an experienced partner to enable the transition to digital sales. Collaboratively, we will extend Ethiopian Cargo’s reach and launch digital customer experiences at the very top of the league. cargo.one as a partner that shares our own passion and drive to help boost Ethiopian Cargo to become a digital cargo role model not only for Africa, but internationally”.
“We are honored to play a pivotal role in the digital transformation of Ethiopian Cargo as its primary digital sales channel. Many thousands of forwarders on cargo.one now look forward to a new age of access and convenience for its capacities. For Ethiopian Cargo, this key step forward will be instrumental in powering sales and brand growth and seizing more of its huge potential for important freight markets”, adds Moritz Claussen, Founder & Co-CEO of cargo.one.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics is now working side by side with cargo.one experts and relying on insights from cargo.one360, to optimize its offer quality and experiences, and to fully capitalize on the airline’s strengths and exclusive offers for the African continent. cargo.one will apply its global expertise to ensure that Ethiopian Cargo develops as a strong digital proposition.
Available in 76 countries globally, cargo.one is long established as the go-to digital choice for airline and agent rates in seconds rather than hours, with instant real time booking. cargo.one innovation helps both agents and partner airlines to thrive digitally. For example, cargo.one pro now delivers seamless agent-to-agent bookings, and equips forwarders to raise efficiencies, build trust and win new business around the clock.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics is one of the major strategic business units within the Ethiopian Airlines Group. It has demonstrated remarkable performance, growing in excellence and customer service each year and it has been winning global awards for its remarkable performance and service excellence.
From late Summer 2023, freight forwarders using cargo.one can book Ethiopian Cargo capacity to a wide range of regions including throughout Africa, Middle East, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
At this year’s transport logistic trade fair in Munich, Lufthansa Cargo and CHAMP Cargosystems have announced to actively drive the transition towards ONE Record. To support a widespread adoption of a modern data sharing, both companies commit to implement the ONE Record standard within their respective IT infrastructures as a basis for interchanging data via 1R in the future.
As a first step to modernize the industry’s data exchange infrastructure, both companies plan to providing an open, ONE Record-based shipment tracking API later this year. Beyond this, both companies commit to implementing the fundamental capability of processing shipment data via ONE Record.
ONE Record is a modern and free data sharing standard for the transportation industry. It is developed in a collaborative effort of the industry, orchestrated by IATA, to overcome the limitations of the current data exchange system. After years of piloting and partial operational implementation, ONE Record is finally ready for rollout on a broader scale.
“Data is crucial to our industry’s success, but we have been hindered by outdated data formats and legacy infrastructure for too long. ONE Record has the potential to revolutionize the way we share information. It opens the door for a fundamental production optimization based on high quality data sharing,” said Ashwin Bhat, CEO of Lufthansa Cargo.
“CHAMP is committed to accelerate the adoption of IATA ONE Record across the transportation industry worldwide,” says Chris McDermott, CEO of CHAMP Cargosystems. “We believe that this open data sharing standard will break down the silos of information and improve operational efficiency thanks to better data accuracy and completeness.”
Lufthansa Cargo and CHAMP encourage all partners and customers of the supply chain to join this journey towards modernizing the transportation industry.
Dubai, UAE, May 16 2023: Emirates SkyCargo customers can now easily find and book interline cargo shipments into prime Canadian destinations, of Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary on Air Canada flights, via key Emirates European gateways.
The enhanced online booking capabilities now live, enable Emirates SkyCargo customers to book shipments that will travel on Air Canada Cargo flights on an interline basis via e-SkyCargo, WebCargo, and Cargowise. In the coming weeks, Air Canada Cargo is working to implement similar direct booking capabilities for its customers to more easily access and book interline shipments that will travel on Emirates’ flights across its global network.
Nabil Sultan, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo said: “We’re delighted to team up with Air Canada Cargo to offer expanded access to more destinations in Canada via our European gateways, all bookable online creating a seamless digital experience. We’ll continue to work closely with Air Canada to ensure smooth transfers and connections, so that cargo arrives promptly and in excellent condition.”
He added: “This arrangement with Air Canada will benefit many of our customers, particularly those in West Asia, Middle East and Africa seeking to transport agricultural equipment, machinery, aircraft parts, as well as perishables and general cargo into Canada and other points in North America.”
This latest development follows the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in February between the two major airlines to provide more benefits to their air freight customers worldwide. It also builds on the broader strategic commercial partnership between Emirates and Air Canada, which was announced last year.
The partnership expands Emirates SkyCargo’s reach to over 60 cities in Canada and more than 150 cities across five continents through Air Canada Cargo’s fleet of Boeing 767 freighters and the belly-hold capacity of Air Canada’s scheduled passenger flights. In return, Air Canada Cargo has access to Emirates SkyCargo’s high frequency distribution network through the belly-hold of Emirates scheduled passenger flights to over 150 global destinations, as well as the additional capacity offered by 11 freighters currently in the Emirates fleet.
Emirates and Air Canada first announced their global partnership in 2022. In addition to this latest cargo development, the airlines recently implemented a passenger codeshare agreement which covers 46 destinations across North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Emirates and Air Canada have also launched joint loyalty programme benefits for members of Skywards and Aeroplan to earn and redeem miles and points on flights operated by Emirates and Air Canada respectively.
On the largest transport exhibition Air Cargo Europe in Munich one of the leading cargo airlines in the Caspian and Central Asian region Silk Way West Airlines jointly with Euroavia International announces Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023, to be held on October 23-25, 2023, at JW Marriott Absheron Hotel, Baku. This event will bring together key players of the air cargo industry from all over the world to discuss industry trends, challenges and opportunities.
Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 will feature a diverse range of topics, including logistics, transportation, e-commerce and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas and best practices, and to explore new business opportunities. The Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 promises to be an engaging and informative event, and Silk Way West Airlines is committed to ensure a rewarding and productive experience for all participants.
“We are delighted to have Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 back on the agenda this year. It is the number one air cargo summit in Central Asia, bringing senior global executives together in a vibrant and exciting region at the heart of one of the world’s key trade corridors. The event will provide participants with relevant insights into the growth of air cargo activities in the region as well as not-to-be-missed networking opportunities. As Central Asia’s leading cargo carrier, we are looking forward to welcoming participants from all over the globe,” said Wolfgang Meier, president of Silk Way West Airlines.
Lars Gunnar-Comen, founder and director of Euroavia International said: “I am really delighted that Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 will return this autumn after a four-year hiatus. Caspian Air Cargo Summit has always attracted key air cargo professionals to Baku for great networking, high-level conference sessions and superb entertainment. This year’s event will focus on the Europe-Asia trade lane, e-commerce, cargo aircraft, innovation in logistics, the sustainable supply chain, and the global market outlook. Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 is the ideal one-stop platform to find out about the latest developments in the air logistics industry..”
For more information about the Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023, including sponsorship opportunities and registration details, please visit the event website at https://www.caspianaircargosummit.com Registration for the Caspian Air Cargo Summit 2023 is now open.
Saudia Cargo, has signed a new 12-month “space and service commitment” agreement with Cainiao Network, the logistics arm of Alibaba Group. The agreement, which commenced on April 1st, 2023, and continues till March 31st, 2024, reserves exclusively selected SACC freighter flights from Hong Kong to Riyadh and Liege. The signing of the new agreement in Munich demonstrates Saudia Cargo’s continuing commitment to offering tailor-made solutions to one of the leading ECOM retailers in the world.
Teddy Zebitz, CEO of Saudia Cargo, commented on the partnership: “We are thrilled to continue this partnership and explore new lanes from Hong Kong and China to other destinations and provide them with customized solutions that meet their evolving needs. This new agreement is a testament to our ongoing commitment to delivering reliable and efficient air freight services to one of the world’s leading ecommerce logistics corporations.”
Vikram Vohra, Saudia Cargo’s Regional Director Asia Pacific, added: “The success of last year’s cooperation agreement with Cainiao allowed Saudia Cargo to achieve significant growth in e-commerce shipments. We have increased our capacity and number of cargo flights to destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America to ensure we continue to meet the rising demand for e-commerce.”
Saudia Cargo’s partnership with Cainiao is a win-win situation for both parties, as it provides Cainiao with increased access to Middle Eastern markets and allows Saudia Cargo to benefit from the growing global e-commerce market. The new agreement is a testament to the strong partnership and successful cooperation between the two companies.
Regarding the new agreement, Wu Man, general manager of Cainiao International Air Logistics Department, said:” Our partnership with Saudia Cargo is a vital part of our business strategy, and we are thrilled to be expanding it further. By reserving exclusive space for their shipments on select Saudia Cargo freighter flights, we can ensure that our cargo is transported with the utmost care and efficiency.”
This new agreement is a testament to Saudia Cargo’s commitment to providing tailor-made solutions to one of the world’s leading ecommerce retailers. As it continues to grow its partnership with Cainiao, Saudia Cargo is also exploring new lanes from Hong Kong and China to the Middle East, Africa, and possibly Latin America in the long term.
Emirates SkyCargo has added 2 Boeing 747-400Fs to its freighter fleet, showing its strong confidence in the global cargo market in a current environment of volatility.
The cargo division of Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is expecting 15 more freighters to join its fleet from announced orders and its freighter conversion program, plus a boost in belly-hold capacity from new passenger aircraft deliveries starting with Airbus A350s in late summer 2024, followed by 777-Xs the year after.
Over the next decade, Emirates SkyCargo expects to double its existing capacity, add over 20 new destinations to its freighter network, and offer even more flexibility and services to its customers with a fleet mix of over 300 wide-body aircraft comprising: 777s, 777-Fs, 747-Fs, A350s, and A380s.
Nabil Sultan, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo said: “While the current market volatility may cause others to hesitate, Emirates SkyCargo is pushing full steam ahead with our plans. The medium to long term projections for global air cargo show an upward trajectory of between 3-5%. Combine that Dubai’s strategy to double its foreign trade where multi-modal logistics will play a big role, and the economic activity happening in markets around the Gulf, West Asia, and Africa, and the opportunity for Emirates SkyCargo is clear.
“The 2 new 747-Fs which we have leased will give us immediate capacity, while we wait for delivery of 5 new 777Fs in 2024 and 2025, and 10 777-300ERs to roll out of our conversion program over the next 5 years. We believe even these additional planes will not be sufficient. By then, we’ll have the MRO set-up to quickly and efficiently scale-up our freighter conversion program if we needed to.”
Secured on a long-term wet-lease basis, the 2 Boeing 747-Fs complement Emirates SkyCargo’s existing fleet of 11 Boeing 777 freighters, and are currently being deployed to Chicago three times weekly, and to Hong Kong nine times weekly.
He added: “The new aircraft mean we can expand our freighter network and amplify the connectivity with the main Emirates network. The new fleet mix also gives us more flexibility to serve our different customers even better. Emirates SkyCargo is also investing to develop new products, and to speed up digitisation and technology innovation. It is our ambition to lead the market in delivering specialist solutions that are fast, reliable, flexible, and efficient. More exciting developments to come. Stay tuned.”
Last week, Emirates SkyCargo launched a brand-new creative advertising campaign, showcasing how ‘The World Works Better with Emirates SkyCargo’. Through every-day scenarios, the advert demonstrates how essential its logistics business is to connect people and products all around the world, whether that is through life-saving healthcare, fresh fruit, flowers, pets, or valuables.
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