Dangerous goods are items that could put the safety of an aircraft or the individuals on board at risk if not handled correctly. This type of cargo covers restricted articles, hazardous materials and dangerous cargo that are capable of posing a hazard to health, safety or the environment.  With safety an upmost priority in the industry, dangerous goods are moved by shippers who are knowledgeable in transporting hazmat and have the appropriate certification to ensure they meet internationally agreed standards.  An expert in moving tricky cargo, Challenge Group recognises that air car ..read more

Envirotainer, the specialist in secure cold chain solutions for the pharmaceutical industry, has celebrated a decade of successful operations in Mexico. Over the past 10 years, the company has worked closely with its partner, ULD Services MEX, to develop temperature-controlled air freight in the country. Together, they have spearheaded the safe transportation of pharmaceuticals to the benefit of patients locally and worldwide. Prior to Envirotainer’s presence in the market, Mexico’s pharmaceutical cold chain had been reliant on passive systems. These comprise cardboard boxes, insulation and c ..read more

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a Member of the SATS Group, has opened its air cargo terminal and cold chain facility at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (“BLR Airport”) in India. WFS was awarded the 15-year licence to operate the international cargo terminal and cold chain facility in June 2022 by way of a partnership with Bengaluru airport operator Bengaluru International Airport Limited (“BIAL”). READ: WFS and DSV extend growing global partnership with new European gateway contract in Liege WFS will be responsible for the development, operation, management, and maintenance ..read more

Merlin, the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, has announced the opening of its center for operations in Kerikeri, New Zealand. With the opening of this facility, Merlin is now equipped with a dedicated test environment to support further technological development and certification activities of its New Zealand-based Cessna Caravans that underpin the capability, safety, and effectiveness of its autonomous flight technology. Merlin has also partnered with Freightways New Zealand to deliver freight to northern New Zealand, creating a multi-purpose f ..read more

Global air cargo tonnages dropped again in the third week of May, after having recovered from the dip at the beginning of the month due to the 1 May public holidays, while rates have remained more or less stable throughout the month, according to the latest weekly figures from WorldACD Market Data. Figures for week 20 (15 to 21 May) show a decrease of -4% in tonnages and stable in average global air cargo prices, week on week, after tonnages recovered in the second week of May from the -10% drop in the first week – based on the more than 400,000 weekly transactions covered by WorldACD’s data ..read more

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 organ ..read more

FIATA has announced the release of the highly anticipated ‘Introduction to the regulations for the safe handling and transport of dangerous goods (3rd Edition)’, designed to equip freight forwarders with essential knowledge and guidelines for the safe transportation of dangerous goods.  As the transportation industry continues to prioritise safety and compliance, training resources are required to improve and raise awareness on the way freight forwarders handle dangerous goods. Such dangerous goods, comprising articles and substances that pose potential risks to public sa ..read more

Time-critical logistics operator DANX, part of the DANX Carousel group, has joined forces with Tromsø Budbil Sentral (TBS), the largest supplier of courier services in northern Norway. The partnership will see DANX offer strategic investment and resource support while benefitting from TBS’ well-established local customer network, which stretches from Narvik to Kirkenes, in northern Norway. “By joining forces, we strengthen our offering to northern Norway, expand our network, and progress the DANX Carousel group’s ambition to become the European leader for time-critical in-night logistics,” sa ..read more

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has published the air traffic figures of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for April 2023. Cargo volume remained impacted by global economic uncertainties. Overall cargo volume declined in April, with import cargo decreasing by 24% compared to the same month last year. Traffic to and from key trading regions in Southeast Asia and Taiwan saw the most significant decreases during the month. During the month, HKIA handled 3.1 million passengers, marking a year-on-year surge of around 24 times. Compared to the same month last year, flight movements more tha ..read more

Network Airline Services has opened a brand-new office in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The new office sits within the airport region, expanding the company’s footprint in Tanzania to two offices, while allowing the team to be closer to their local customers and agents in Zanzibar. READ: Network Airline Services appointed GSA for Air Arabia Sharjah in Italy “I’m glad to present Network Airline Services to a new location on the island of Zanzibar, where we represent Allied Air Cargo and FlyDubai,” Sarah Wangui, the Managing Director for East Africa, said at the opening.  This new office adds to the ..read more