Monthly Newsletter - June 2015
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American Airlines Cargo scales new Heights

American Airlines (AAL) came into existence in 1930 after consolidating more than 80 small airlines into the Aviation Corporation. In 1934, the company acquired the name American Airlines, Inc. December 2013 saw AMR Corporation and US Airways Group merging to form American Airlines Group.Together with regional partners, operating as American Eagle and US Airways Express,

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Brussels Airport Connecting the heart of Europe
Marked by remarkable results, at a time when the whole of European markets are stagnating, Brussels Airports has seen heavy passenger as well as cargo movement in first quarter of 2015.
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Jet Set on Cargo
Of the 13 scheduled airline operators in India, only one is a dedicated freighter operator – Blue Dart Aviation,
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Pharma Wave Sweeps the airline industry
Brussels Airport, located in the middle of one of Europe’s strongest pharmaceutical clusters is touted as preferred European pharma gateway in the whole of Europe and the rest of the world.
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African Airport development - The challenges ahead
For African aviation to meet its true potential the continent’s airports will require massive investment in land, construction and technology.
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The Lounge
With 20 years of expertise in air cargo industry, ECS Group offers the air cargo industry worldwide knowledge and experience with a complete cargo outsourcing solution.
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Airports & Airlines

  Air Djibouti to launch cargo services in late 2015
East Africa-based Air Djibouti, the Republic of Djibouti’s new national carrier, recently has confirmed that it is launching cargo operations...
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  Etihad Airways and SITA unveil BagJourney services
Etihad Airways has chosen air transport IT specialist SITA for end-to-end baggage tracking services...
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  Sharjah-China bilateral trade grows considerably
Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) aims to grab a larger share of trade with China and to attract more multinationals...
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  Oslo Airport achieves Level 3+ status
Oslo Airport has demonstrated its green credentials by achieving Level 3+ Neutrality status in ACI's voluntary Airport Carbon Accreditation Program.
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  Boston Logan unveils art sculpture
Boston Logan International Airport recently unveiled a huge new sculpture which claims to capture the ‘liveliness, energy and excitement’ of Terminal B.
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Logistics

  DWC hosts anniversary celebrations for Kuehne + Nagel

Dubai World Central (DWC) hosted the 125th corporate anniversary celebrations of Kuehne + Nagel, the first global logistics company

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Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s 11th destination is Detroit

The start of June saw Detroit becoming Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s eleventh destination...
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  GAC expands by opening offices in US
As part of its continuing strategy to develop its footprint across North America...
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  Maersk Line places an order of $1.8 billion worth of ships
Maersk Line, the shipping unit of Danish conglomerate AP Moller-Maersk A/S (MAERSK-B.KO)...
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  Alibaba expands to streamline deliveries
The logistics arm of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba is lining up a major warehouse...
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IT News
 
 
Gulf Air and ThinkSmart begin IT programs

 
Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air has begun a series of advanced information technology (IT) training programs in collaboration with ThinkSmart institute.
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Jettainer develops seals for repairing pallets and containers

 
Jettainer, the leading international service partner for outsourced ULD management, has developed its own quality seal for companies repairing air-freight pallets and containers.
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Gulf Air-HP to evaluate Information Technology Solutions

 
Gulf Air has engaged with Hewlett-Packard (HP) to evaluate the airline's existing information security solutions and, as a result..
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Gulftainer deploys Cisco services in the UAE

 
UAE-based port operator Gulftainer has deployed Cisco Network Infrastructure and Support Services in its UAE offices in order to enhance its offerings to customers and employees...
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Technology helps aiding against cargo theft

 
With cargo theft projected to increase this year, many believe more technological resources especially the ability to frame location against theft data ..
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Recruitments and Retirements
 
 
Sanjiv Edward and Sebastian Scholte appointed as the Chairman and Vice Chairman of TIACA

 
Sanjiv Edward, Head of Cargo Business at Delhi International Airport has been named as the next Chairman of TIACA,..
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Ivan Chu to serve as oneworld Chairman

 
Ivan Chu, Chief Executive of Cathay Pacific Airways, has been nominated by the Governing Board of oneworld to serve as its Chairman
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Kitty Wong replaces Per Ankaer as the new President of World PCO Alliance

 
Kitty Wong of K&A International, Taiwan has replaced Per Ankaer from ICS – International Conference Services in Denmark,..
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American Airlines two key appointments

 
American Airlines Group Inc. announced the appointment of two Air Operations officers to its leadership team. Kimball Stone - Vice President, Flight and Lorne Cass...
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Global News

UPS expands in Myanmar to increase global trade

flydubai receives Boeing 737-800 delivery from Avolon

Ethiopian Airlines to launch Manila flights from July

KLM to re-launch Belfast service

Sheikh Abdullah warmly welcomed by Eithad and Alitalia at Expo Milano 2015

Oman Airport passenger traffic up by 9%

World’s wildlife favorite airline is Emirates

Alaska Air Cargo delivers Salmon to Settle

Slashed fares offered by KLM and Gulf Air for Gulf travelers

Smiths Detection showcases at Airport Show 2015

Qatar Airways complete QDAR exercise

NAIA to undergo security assessment by TSA

ASL invests in Quikjet Cargo Airlines

TAV Airports Holding awarded IAA

Gulf Air to launch Istanbul services

Dnata acquires Imagine Cruising Deal

World’s eight Busiest Airports

flydubai to mark 100 destinations next year

Kansas City International Airport passenger traffic up by 7.2%

A futuristic look at the expansion of Al-Qassim Airport
   
 

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