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Lufthansa Cargo Expands Strategic Partnerships in China

Lufthansa Cargo has signed significant agreements with Shanghai Airport Authority, Air China Cargo, and China Postal Express & Logistics. The German carrier has increased its capacity to China by 45% in 2024 and initiated new routes to Zhengzhou and Shenzhen, underscoring its commitment to the rapidly growing Chinese market.

2024-11-06T13:21:16.566151-08:00

FlightGlobal

Korean Air Reports 19% Profit Increase on Enhanced Cargo and Passenger Services

2024-11-06T00:44:42.933634-08:00

AeroTime

Ethiopian Airlines Debuts Africa's First Airbus A350-1000

2024-11-05T02:34:02.323704-08:00

Seattle Times

Boeing Ends 53-Day Strike With 38% Wage Increase Approval

2024-11-04T21:14:01.010756-08:00

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FreightWaves

Lufthansa Cargo Expands China Partnerships with Strategic MOUs Lufthansa Cargo has signed memorandums of understanding with Shanghai Airport Authority, Air China Cargo, and China Postal Express & Logistics. These agreements aim to improve air cargo operations and expand Lufthansa Cargo's capacity in China, reflecting the rapid growth of the Chinese market.

2024-11-06T13:21:16.566151-08:00

Lufthansa Cargo Expands China Partnerships with Strategic MOUs

FlightGlobal

Korean Air Reports 19% Profit Increase on Enhanced Cargo and Passenger Services Korean Air achieved a significant profit increase by strategically expanding passenger capacity and enhancing cargo operations. The dual approach has resulted in a substantial financial upturn, positioning the airline to capitalize on growing market demands in both passenger travel and air cargo logistics.

2024-11-06T00:44:42.933634-08:00

Korean Air Reports 19% Profit Increase on Enhanced Cargo and Passenger Services

Cargo Facts

Boeing Revives 777F Production to Boost Widebody Freighter Capacity Resuming 777F production addresses the large-widebody freighter capacity challenge and prepares for upcoming operator deliveries. However, the sustained maindeck capacity increase hinges on Boeing's capability to escalate output before ceasing production in 2027. This move is critical given increasing air cargo demand.

2024-11-05T16:44:02.428671-08:00

Boeing Revives 777F Production to Boost Widebody Freighter Capacity

Cargo Facts

US Election 2024: Impact of Potential Tariffs on Air Cargo Sector As the U.S. presidential election unfolds today, air cargo stakeholders are concerned about potential cost increases. Republican candidate Donald Trump has pledged to implement a 60% tariff, which could significantly affect supply chain expenses if he wins a second term.

2024-11-05T15:48:03.884193-08:00

US Election 2024: Impact of Potential Tariffs on Air Cargo Sector

FreightWaves

Cargojet Expands Capacity Amid 60% Charter Demand Surge Cargojet is responding to a significant 60% increase in charter demand driven by e-commerce growth and supply chain delays. The company reported robust Q3 results and is proactively adding capacity, positioning itself to capture anticipated market opportunities in the logistics sector.

2024-11-05T13:11:41.295885-08:00

Cargojet Expands Capacity Amid 60% Charter Demand Surge

Ars Technica

NASA Taps Dragon for Alternative ISS Propulsion Support NASA is exploring innovative uses for SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft to provide additional propulsion support for the International Space Station (ISS). This development follows 31 successful cargo missions and highlights Dragon's evolving role beyond its initial remit.

2024-11-05T09:30:11.370443-08:00

NASA Taps Dragon for Alternative ISS Propulsion Support

AeroTime

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Ethiopian Airlines Debuts Africa's First Airbus A350-1000 Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest Airbus operator, has received its first A350-1000 from Airbus in Toulouse. This delivery marks a significant milestone as the first African carrier to add the A350-1000 to its fleet, enhancing services on key international routes such as Washington D.C. and London.

2024-11-05T02:34:02.323704-08:00

Ethiopian Airlines Debuts Africa's First Airbus A350-1000

Aviation Week

Hong Kong International Airport's Three-Runway System to Commence on November 28 Hong Kong International Airport is set to commence operations of its new three-runway system by November 28, enhancing its capacity and solidifying its status as a global aviation hub. The expansion is projected to handle 120 million passengers and 10 million tonnes of cargo annually.

2024-11-05T01:42:09.688984-08:00

Hong Kong International Airport's Three-Runway System to Commence on November 28

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