Busy month for CBP in Philadelphia 
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Philadelphia International Airport intercepted two major drug shipments this month. On 5 and 9 July, CBP officers seized over 33 kg of ketamine from parcels arriving from France and Germany, falsely declared as air filters... more
FedEx to fly first ATR 72-600 with LCD
Acia Aero Leasing has signed a definitive agreement to sell the first-ever ATR 72-600 passenger-to-freighter conversion aircraft to FedEx. The aircraft (MSN1239), featuring a Large Cargo Door (LCD), is scheduled for delivery by December 2025. Acia launched the -600 LCD... more
Just in time for the next pint
Air Charter Service (ACS) Mexico recently organised an urgent charter to prevent a brewery shutdown in Mexico City. A leading beverage manufacturer needed over half a ton of beer hops flown from Washington State to Mexico within 24 hours. ACS, with 37 offices worldwide,... more
WFS expands e-commerce services at CPH
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has launched a new specialised e-commerce and freight forwarder handling (EFFH) facility at Copenhagen airport (CPH), responding to sustained growth in cargo volumes. The new 4,800 sqm building increases WFS’ total handling... more
HAV sets up US branch
Hybrid Air Vehicles (HAV) has launched HAV USA to support growing demand for its Airlander aircraft in North America. Based in the US, the new entity will focus on developing partnerships with government, defence, and commercial stakeholders. Former NASA executive John... more
Hong Kong reports growth and milestones
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled 5 million t of cargo in fiscal 2024/25, marking a 10.3% year-on-year rise. The airport retained its title as the world’s busiest cargo hub for the 14th time since 2010. The value of shipments handled via the Dongguan sea-air... more
Relocating tomorrow; rebranding in sight
South Korean cargo carrier Air Incheon has applied to the Korean Intellectual Property Office to trademark the name 'Airzeta', signalling a potential rebranding ahead of its planned merger with Asiana Airlines' cargo unit. The new brand could mark the launch of a fully... more
Emirates courier express expands to Australia
Emirates SkyCargo has expanded its courier express service to Australia, connecting Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney with 70 weekly flights. The new offer enables fast door-to-door deliveries across the continent, backed by integrated first and last-mile... more
Expanded ground handling and cargo partnership at BUD
Menzies Aviation has finalised its strategic partnership with Airport Service Budapest, expanding its presence at Budapest airport (BUD). Following regulatory approval, Airport Service Budapest’s operations, including ground handling and cargo services, have merged into... more
Greater China team growing - and completes a complex mission
Chapman Freeborn has expanded its Shanghai office to meet rising demand for air logistics in Greater China. The new space supports growing air cargo charter teams, on-board courier and specialist transport services. "This relocation will inject new vitality into our... more