Swissport expands freight capacity 
Swissport has launched a new cargo facility, Terminal 12, at Amsterdam Schiphol, significantly expanding its capacity in Europe's airfreight market. The terminal adds 5,000 sqm of handling space, raising the total footprint to 40,000 sqm, with plans to increase this to 43,800... more
Airfreight rates soar
In week 46, airfreight rates increased ahead of Black Friday and Thanksgiving, driven by rising demand from Southeast Asia to the US and Europe. Average spot rates from Asia Pacific rose by 4% week-on-week to USD 4.11 per kg, while tonnages from this manufacturing hub also saw a... more
Emirates and Lodd partner on drone delivery
Emirates SkyCargo and Lodd Autonomous have signed an MoU at the Dubai airshow to advance drone-powered logistics solutions, focusing on VTOL aircraft integration across Emirates' global network. The collaboration will include feasibility studies, regulatory engagement and live... more
Aeronautical services upgrade in French Guiana
Marseille Gyptis International (MGI) is modernising its aeronautical services in French Guiana through a strategic partnership with CIN France and with support from GIP+. The deployment begins on 1 December, aiming to strengthen control, security and the smooth flow of freight... more
New UAE maintenance firm strengthens Air One
Air One International Holdings has launched Air One Technics, a UAE-based enterprise offering line maintenance and continuing airworthiness management for its fleet. Situated at MBR Aerospace Hub in Dubai South, the company aims to support the group's technical operations within... more
Two seal pups flown 480 km to safety
Two orphaned seal pups were flown almost 500 km from Jersey to the UK mainland last week, after weather delays made their evacuation increasingly urgent. British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) had found the underweight animals at separate locations on the island, but... more
PayCargo and IBS Software expand partnership
PayCargo, the leading logistics payment platform, and IBS Software, a SaaS provider for travel and aviation, have strengthened their long-term alliance to enhance digital transformation across the global airfreight industry. The collaboration focuses on integrating PayCargo's... more
Flying Egypt’s treasures to Hong Kong
Cathay Cargo has flown 250 ancient Egyptian artefacts – more than 30 t in total – from Shanghai to Hong Kong for the nine-month exhibition "Ancient Egypt Unveiled" which is opening today, 20 November 2025, at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. The shipment, handled under... more
IAG Cargo welcomes MASkargo
IAG Cargo has expanded its global handling capabilities by partnering with MASkargo, the freight division of Malaysia Aviation Group, to manage its operations at London Heathrow. All MASkargo shipments are processed through IAG Cargo's Premia facility, enhancing connectivity at... more
Etihad expands Airbus widebody fleet
Etihad Airways has announced a major expansion of its Airbus widebody fleet, placing firm orders for six A330-900s, seven additional A350-1000s, and three A350F freighters. Signed at the Dubai Airshow, the agreement also includes commitments to lease nine more A330-900s from... more