Shipping rates rocketing again, with contract talks ‘a game of musical chairs’ 
Container spot rates are beginning to head upwards again across all trades from already elevated levels, as carriers reduce their commitment to contract volumes in favour of much higher FAK rates. The Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) China-North Europe component edged …The post Shipping rates roc... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
Angry shippers call on EC to review ‘disturbing developments’ in box shipping
European shippers have again renewed calls for the European Commission to review its competition policy regulating the liner sector, as they continue to face equipment shortages, restricted vessel capacity and sky-high freight rates. Today the European Ceramic Industry Association, Cerame-Unie, &hel... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
Forwarders promised a ‘stronger voice’ after IATA-FIATA air cargo initiative fails
Nearly a decade after it was first mooted, the joint IATA-FIATA Air Cargo Progamme (IFACP – previously called CAMP), by which forwarders stopped being ‘agents’ of the airlines, has been quietly dropped, with carriers and their customers unable to agree.…The post Forwarders promised a ... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
Forwarders promised a ‘stronger voice’ after IATA-FIATA air cargo initiative fails 
Nearly a decade after it was first mooted, the joint IATA-FIATA Air Cargo Progamme (IFACP – previo... » read more (via theloadstar.com)
Spectre of a new Montreal port labour clash sees shippers eye alternatives
The port of Montreal appears to be on course for another flare-up in the confrontation between management and labour. The past few days have seen an escalation in the conflict, increasing shipper fears of another crippling slowdown in operations. Tension …The post Spectre of a new Montreal po... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
Zim puts the geared-up port of Oakland in the fast transpacific lane
Zim is extending its footprint in the fast shipping lane between Asia and North America. By the end of the month, the carrier intends to start an expedited transpacific service from Taiwan and China to California. It will deploy vessels …The post Zim puts the geared-up port of Oakland in the ... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
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Luftverkehrsabkommen mit Katar kurz vor Ratifizierung 
Bald soll es deutlich mehr Qatar-Flüge nach Deutschland geben. Trotz Gegenwind von Gewerkschaften u... » read more (via airliners.de)
Thai Airways plant massiven Stellenabbau
Die finanziell schwer angeschlagene Thai Airways steht vor einem massiven Stellenabbau. Geplant ist ... » read more (via airliners.de)
Tui hofft auf 75 Prozent seines Geschäfts im Sommer
Tuin hofft schon in diesem Sommer auf eine leichte Erholung. Konzernchef Joussen setzt dabei auf Imp... » read more (via airliners.de)
Green Airlines drängt ins Veranstalter-Geschäft
Green Airlines setzt neben dem kürzlich angelaufenen Linienverkehr künftig auch auf das Veranstalt... » read more (via airliners.de)
Cathay Pacific hopeful on cargo following latest quarantine development
Cathay Pacific Cargo has welcomed the latest change to Hong Kong’s crew quarantine rules. Earl... » read more (via aircargonews.net)
Op proefvakantie naar Rhodos: een verslag in woord en beeld
RHODOS – Transavia en Sunweb organiseren deze week een proefvakantie naar het Griekse eiland Rhodos. Uit de ruim 25.000 aanmeldingen was Reismedia-collega Joyce Schriemer één van de 189 geluksvogels die mee mochten. Hieronder doet zij verslag van haar ervaringen tijdens …The post Op p... » read more (via cargomagazine.nl)
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SpiceJet, B Medical Systems to open pharma logistics centres at Indian airports
The Luxembourg-based pharma cold chain solutions provider, B Medical Systems, has announced the signing of an agreement with SpiceXpress, the cargo arm of Spicejet, to open pharma logistics centres of excellence at Indian airports to facilitate transportation of vaccines, pharma preparation and biol... » read more (via stattimes.com)
Ärger mit Lieferant: Boeing klagt gegen Ausstatter der Air Force One
Erst wollte der damalige Präsident Donald Trump den Jumbo nicht, dann auf einmal doch, aber mit neuem Anstrich. Dann schien das Hin und Her vorbei, ebenso wie Trumps Präsidentschaft es ist. Doch auch Jahre nach der definitiven Bestellung der neuen Air Force One wird es nicht ruhig um den Flieger. ... » read more (via aerotelegraph.com)
Pharma.Aero and HLA sign MoU to improve quality in global air cargo industry
Recognizing the importance of developing air cargo supply chains to handle and transport pharmaceuticals, especially for the last mile delivery, in humanitarian contexts or in crisis situations, Pharma.Aero and HLA have established a formal basis of collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understan... » read more (via aircargoupdate.com)
Emirates 1st A380 touches down at King Abdulaziz International Airport
Emirates has made its first A380 touchdown at Terminal 1 in Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), making it the first airline to operate the double-decker aircraft to the new airport. The flight was greeted with a water cannon salute. For the inaugural A380 flight to the new termin... » read more (via aircargoupdate.com)
Sieben Fragen an ... : «In einer Boeing 737 hatte ich plötzlich Teile von meinem Sitz in den Händen»
1. Wohin führte Ihr letzter Flug? Mein letzter Flug führte im Oktober 2020 nach Heraklion, wo ich eine Woche die warme Herbstsonne Kretas genossen habe. 2. Welches ist Ihre absolute Lieblingsdestination? Ganz klar Kuala Lumpur. Ich liebe die pulsierende Stadt mit all ihren Angeboten und Erlebnisse... » read more (via aerotelegraph.com)
Antonov Airlines transport essential pharmaceutical machinery to USA
Antonov Airlines has transported essential pharmaceutical machinery from Germany to the USA, where it will be used for the production of COVID-19 vaccines. The carrier safely operated six flights of the cargo from Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, Germany, to the USA – including Baltimore, Maryland, and Kin... » read more (via aircargoupdate.com)
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WFS awarded Authorized Receiver status by Italy’s Customs authority
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has become the first cargo handler at Milan Malpensa Airport to be awarded Authorized Receiver status by Italy’s Customs authority. The approval means freight forwarders can now clear and offload cargo directly at WFS’ cargo terminal at the airport, which offers s... » read more (via aircargoupdate.com)
Wizz Air weist massiven Jahresverlust aus
Wizz Air hat im abgelaufenen Geschäftsjahr ein Minus von 475 bis 495 Millionen Euro angehäuft, ber... » read more (via airliners.de)