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...

Amazon Air lifts off to India to speed up delivery

March 22, 2023
Amazon is the first global e-commerce company to launch a dedicated air cargo network in India with the country’s e-commerce industry expected to reach $99 billion by 2024. Amazon India made a major business...

How long-range electric trucks can already cover much of today’s transport needs

February 16, 2023
Volvo Trucks is part of a joint venture that plans to install and operate at least 1,700 charging stations near highways and logistics hubs across Europe. With the present range limitations of electric trucks,...

Cargo insurance:A critical component to protect shipments amid uncertainties

February 16, 2023
The global cargo transportation insurance market was valued at US$53 billion in 2021. It is forecast to grow at 3% annually with more shippers seeking protection for their goods amid continuing uncertainties in many...

Green cargo movement is critical to combating climate change

February 16, 2023
About 45 airlines have so far adopted sustainable fuelling and over 14 billion liters worth of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) are under different stages of purchase agreements. By R.Chandrakanth Aviation accounts for over 2% of...

Admiral Mobility to bring 5,000 Electric Commercial Vehicles to the Middle East

January 18, 2023
The UAE, which aims to become carbon neutral by 2050, ranks 8th globally in terms of readiness for electric mobility, with major government initiatives planned to increase the number of electric vehicles on the...

BVL: Innovation management in logistics service needed to improve global supply-chain

January 18, 2023
MUNICH, GERMANY—The importance of the logistics sector has become more apparent to the public, and its great responsibility to the stability of the global supply-chain,following the recent multi-crises that emerged from the pandemic. But...