IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has expanded its service offering by announcing that it has approved SkyCell’s temperature-controlled 1500X series containers for use on its network. This marks another milestone for IAG Cargo’s Constant Climate cold chain service, providing pharmaceutical customers with enhanced options for… Read more »
Narrow-body aircraft leading the way toward greater energy efficiency in the air cargo industry
The role of narrow-body freighter in the air cargo industry has progressed quickly in recent years, largely due to the introduction of new-generation freighters tailored to meet current logistics demands. Certain aircraft, like the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A321-200, have been introduced with more fuel-efficient engines and optimized cargo configurations,… Read more »
Don’t Ignore Air Freight In Heathrow Expansion Plans, Says Logistics UK
Now formal proposals have been submitted to develop a third runway at Heathrow Airport, Senior Policy Manager at business group Logistics UK Alexandra Herdman explains why the successful scheme must include detailed plans for developing air freight: “Heathrow is the UK’s biggest port by value, and a critical hub which… Read more »
FedEx Marks 40 Years of Transatlantic Connectivity
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, today celebrates the 40th anniversary of its inaugural scheduled transatlantic service. On June 15, 1985, a fleet of seven Federal Express Boeing 727s took to the skies, establishing vital air links between New York,… Read more »
UK freight association launches new advisory body to focus on Heathrow cargo redevelopment
The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has launched a cargo community advisory body, which will undertake a lot of the activity previously covered by the CCSUK User Group. The first important task of the advisory body is to focus on the impact of the planned massive redevelopment of the cargo… Read more »
WestJet Cargo sells Virgin Atlantic’s cargo capacity from Toronto–London and beyond
WestJet Cargo proudly announces a Block Space Agreement (BSA) with Virgin Atlantic from Toronto (YYZ) to London (LHR) and beyond starting the 31st March. This marks a commercial year-round collaboration that will significantly boost cargo capacity between the East Coast of Canada to London and beyond on Virgin Atlantic network…. Read more »
Swissport launches new cargo facility at Heathrow Airport
The leading aviation services provider has launched their new facility at the major UK airport in a strategic investment as part of an overall growth plan. Swissport, a leading global provider of airport ground services and air cargo handling, today announced the launch of a brand-new cargo facility at London… Read more »
Logistics UK responds to £1.1 Billion Investment to expand Stanstead Airport
Following the announcement of a £1.1 billion investment to expand Stanstead Airport announced earlier this month, Alexandra Herdman, Senior Policy Manager at business group Logistics UK commented: “The lack of commitment to expanding freight services at Stanstead Airport (as part of the government’s £1.1bn investment in the Stanstead Airport expansion)… Read more »
Royal Mail to halve domestic flights in major step towards improving reliability and delivering Net-Zero 2040 target
Royal Mail is cutting the number of domestic flights it operates in half as the company reduces its use of planes as part of its efforts to improve reliability for customers and minimise carbon emissions. As well as saving c.30,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per year, transporting more… Read more »
Rhenus announces strategic investment in air freight Gateway at its Heathrow branch to strengthen its service offering
The new Rhenus Gateway at London, Heathrow will enhance the company’s air freight service offering, bringing handling, aviation screening, unit load device (ULD) build up and break operations in-house. Leading logistics service provider Rhenus Group has announced a strategic investment for the UK market with the opening of a new… Read more »
