DFW Airport: Connecting the World, Defining the Future

June 19, 2023
“Recognizing the demand for an Asia-Latin gateway, we set our vision to become the top gateway for Asia-Latin traffic, encompassing both passenger and cargo services. Remarkably, we achieved this vision.” – John Ackerman, Executive...

The perils of carrying Dangerous Goods on air

June 19, 2023
Transporting dangerous goods requires safety, precision as well as highly-skilled-and-trained people for the job. Any deviation to the rules could pose danger to both the shipment and the crew, which sometimes lead to death....

Icy tests: MANeTruck copes with polar winter

May 8, 2023
From December to March, MAN integrated the upcoming large-series e-truck into its annual winter testing in northern Sweden. There, the MAN eTruck, which is suitable for daily ranges of between 600 and 800 kilometres,...

Cargo Security: A global issue threatening international trade on air, land and sea

May 6, 2023
The Transported Asset Protection Association for the Middle East & Africa recorded more than 24,000 thefts over the past three years with an estimated product value in excess of EUR 400 million.   As...

European airlines need SES and more in fragmented airspace

May 6, 2023
European regulators will tackle several challenging air transport issues in the coming months, including airport slots, passenger rights, and sustainability. By R. Chandrakanth   There are 50 countries in Europe per the United Nations...

Around 3,000 kilometers covered completely electrically: eActros 300 as a tractor unit glides from the Arctic Circle to Stuttgart

April 17, 2023
Development and test engineers from Mercedes-Benz Trucks have subjected the eActros 300 as a tractor unit to practical tests for six consecutive days, covering a distance of around 3,000 kilometers.The e-truck scores high marks...

Middle East airport developments entails US$151 billion in capital expenditure until 2040

April 17, 2023
Positioned at the strategic crossroads of major economies of Asia, Africa and Europe, the Middle East has turned into a major international hub. Its airports are projected to handle over 1.1 billion passengers by...

Airlines in India on record aircraft buying spree as country’s economy hits 5th largest in the world

April 17, 2023
Air India orders 470 aircraft, mix of Airbus and Boeing IndiGo to acquire 500 planes, in partnership with Turkish Airlines Akasa Air indicates three-digit orders By R. Chandrakanth India is now the runway to...

FAMCO unveils first Eicher Truck range in the UAE

March 22, 2023
With enhanced features, the Eicher light trucks range offers great performance, fuel-efficiency and superior uptime, perfect for short and medium distances. Al-Futtaim Auto and Machinery Company (FAMCO), part of Al-Futtaim Automotive and one of...

Breakbulk Middle East 2023 highlights importance of sustainability in the industry

March 22, 2023
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES—The international shipping industry is an integral part of facilitating global trade and its importance will likely get stronger as demand for cheaper transportation in shipping goods worldwide increase amid economic...