Going live with first real-time customs updates 
Cathay Cargo has become the first airline to provide real-time customs clearance updates through the "EzyCargo" platform, powered by Global Logistics System (GLS) and Iata's "ONE Record" data standard. The integration allows forwarders and airlines to view... more
Launch of a dedicated life sciences air network
Frontier Scientific Solutions and Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) have formed a strategic partnership to create what they call it "the world’s first dedicated air corridor for temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals", connecting key life science hubs across the USA... more
Another airport for Cape Town
Growthpoint Properties has entered a long-term partnership with RSA Aero to develop the Cape Winelands Airport (Icao: FWAN) into South Africa’s next major air cargo and logistics hub. The project, located 25 km from Cape Town International Airport (Iata: CPT), represents an... more
Jettainer and IBS Software link cargo platforms
At the IBS Software Cargo Forum 2025, held in New Delhi from 30th September to 2nd October, Jettainer and IBS Software announced a long-term partnership to integrate Jettainer’s "JettWareNG" ULD management system with IBS’s "iCargo" and "iPartner... more
The lynx that lost its sense
Peta has filed a complaint with the US Department of Agriculture, urging an investigation into allegations that SmartLynx Airlines violated the Animal Welfare Act during a 44-hour flight transporting long-tailed macaques from Mauritius to Miami. According to a whistleblower,... more
Planting an airfreight oasis
Under the patronage of Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz (right), Governor of the Hail Region, Saudia Cargo and the Hail Region Development Authority (HRDA) have signed an MoU to enhance logistics and air cargo services in Hail. His Royal Highness praised the... more
Thai selects Unilode for full ULD management
Thai Airways has appointed Unilode Aviation Solutions as its full-service ULD management provider, a milestone in Thai's post-rehabilitation transformation. Under a multi-year deal, Unilode will deliver global ULD pooling, maintenance and repair, and real-time digital... more
No quiet holiday for Cologne customs
Customs officers at Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) intercepted 30 parcels containing over 83 kg of marijuana, nearly 10 kg of hashish, and about 2 kg of cannabis paste (photo) with a street value of around EUR 2.1 million. The drugs, disguised as clothing, sports goods and books,... more
Another mission for Pyka drones
U.S. robotics company Pyka has entered the defense sector with its new DropShip unmanned aerial system (UAS), designed for long-range and heavy-lift missions. The autonomous aircraft offers a range of 5,600 km, a payload capacity of 250 kg, and precision airdrop accuracy... more
Doubling Bournemouth freight capacity
Cargo First, the cargo division of Bournemouth Airport (BOH), has completed major new handling facilities, doubling its freight capacity and consolidating operations on the airport’s north side. The expansion includes three ICAO Code E aircraft stands, a 3,000 sqm... more