Swisslog wins large Chinese tobacco industry order 
The China Tobacco Zhejiang Industrial Co, a leading Chinese cigarette manufacturer, has commissioned Swisslog to design and implement a new facility, featuring highly-automated production logistics, in the former company's Ningbo cigarette factory. The order, which Swisslog will... plus
Iata sees slower international freight growth until 2017
The International Air Transport Association (Iata) Airline Industry Forecast 2013-2017 shows that international freight volumes are expected to grow by 17% over the next five years. This consensus outlook incorporates a conservative estimate of the recovery in global economic... plus
Sichuan Airlines adding another Australian airport
China-based Sichuan Airlines is introducing a Chongqing – Sydney service that starts on 20 December 2013. The carrier is offering twice weekly flights with Airbus A330-200 aircraft. Founded in 1986, the Chengdu-based airline launched its first long-haul overseas route in June... plus
Hong Kong's success depends on third runway
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) reiterated its support for the construction of a third runway at Hong Kong international airport (HKIA) to meet future passenger and air cargo demand and support Hong Kong's ongoing economic and social development. Andrew Herdman,... plus
Asiana extends cargo handling contract with FCS
The management of Fraport Cargo Services (FPS), a Frankfurt (Germany)-based cargo handling company, recently completed a successful business trip to Asia, and in particular to Seoul (South Korea), where the executives visited Asiana Airlines' headquarters. The carrier's... plus
Regent Airways extends international operation
Regent Airways, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Habib Group - a Chittagong (Bangladesh)-based conglomerate engaged in diverse business endeavours, is launching a Dhaka - Singapore service tomorrow (14 December). The fourth international route of the South Asian carrier, which... plus
UIA starts long-haul operations
Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) operated its first ever nonstop long-haul scheduled flight on the Kiev – Bangkok (Thailand) route on 7 December 2013. The return flight was operated two days later. The new thrice-weekly offer deploys one of UIA's two Boeing B767-300ER... plus
Iran ready to build railway line to Armenia
Iran is ready to start building a railway line that will link the country with Armenia, according to the local press. The project, which is estimated to cost USD 2.8 billion, includes the construction of a 160 km long rail track. Iran is currently examining whether to create a... plus
EIB supports road upgrading scheme in Armenia
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is lending EUR 60 million to finance an upgrade of the north-south road corridor in Armenia. The project is part of an ambitious programme aimed at improving the 556 km route that runs from the border with Georgia at Bavra to the border with... plus
Navitrans launches new China service from Liege
Navitrans, one of China's major air charter and cargo forwarding companies, has launched a twice weekly service between Zhengzhou (Henan Province), Shanghai and Liege (Belgium). For the Belgian airport operator, these flights symbolise a further step in the good relationships... plus