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AIR Cargo Eye (ACE) has a uniquely positioned editorial stance in that it is the only non-advertising-influenced news and comment outlet for the global airfreight business. By refusing to solicit paid-for advertisements, ACE is free to be candid – and therefore more accurate and unbiased – with the information it presents. Without the need to protect advertisement revenues we will fairly and reaso
nably offer adverse and/or critical commentary and reporting where deemed necessary and where relevant to subscribers. Our aim is to dig out the real truth – not provide PR-driven press release text sullied by the need not to antagonise advertisers. The majority of existing air cargo publishing media suffer from this advertising protection curse. Our unique stance brings us editorial freedom. We will tell it as it is. We will ask difficult questions. We will offer critical comment where there has been none before. Most air cargo print advertising is a substantial waste of time and money. Its effectiveness systematically goes unchecked by much of the air cargo industry which does not know how to value or measure it. We will be illustrating this point in researched articles in the coming weeks and months. Airlines, GSAs, airports, etc will discover how to slash their marketing/advertising budgets as we give them tips on how to cut their wasteful ad spends. Where – and where not – to advertise. We’ll also be publishing controversial lists of top and bottom air cargo industry performers/individuals – whilst sometimes naming those people and organisations which we consider are worthy of criticism. In the pursuit of fair comment, there will always be a right of reply on ACE and we will encourage vigorous debate. We will also bring a bit of daily fun, sometimes pointing the finger in a humorous, satirical way if necessary. ACE’s publisher is Nigel Tomkins, one of the world’s most experienced air cargo journalists and event moderators, with a worldwide reputation in the field. More than 30 years ago, Nigel was the launch editor of fortnightly newspaper Air Cargo News. He is very much aware that print publications have been sliding downhill, cutting issue sizes amidst a collapsing market of dwindling printed advertisement revenues. This affliction applies to all those titles which rely largely on advertising revenue. Many have disappeared in the last few years. One of the bi-products of this downwards trend is that most surviving media outlets have been systematically ‘de-journalising’ their products. Accountants and lawyers (usually not taken from the news and information industry sectors) have been taking over the management at these companies. To some of them, quality editorial content appears to be an expendable commodity. They and their colleagues now resort to describing editorial matter as ‘text’ – commoditising it as a cost item on the spreadsheet, a necessary evil around which their advertisement revenue business hangs by a thread. The trend also means that some of today’s journalists have become desk-bound, office-bound press release jockeys, readily prepared to sacrifice editorial vigour and the search for truth. Very soon, there will be no air cargo journalists of any note – only PR people clinging onto the outmoded advertising and promotion paradigm, and dressing up press releases as ‘news’. ACE’s launch editor is former BBC news journalist Thelma Etim. Thelma brings a vibrant approach to air cargo publishing. She is also greatly experienced on online editorial matters, having worked for some years at the BBC News Online in the UK. Thelma also has three years of specialist air cargo reporting, research and features writing in air cargo industry matters, having been deputy editor at Air Cargo News. Thelma is already a highly regarded air cargo and transport specialist writer and researcher. A former BBC multimedia journalist and news editor for Trinity Mirror Newspapers, she has accrued more than 15 years’ experience in general news gathering, reporting, feature researching, interviewing and writing, news and news analysis, blogging and daily website updating, whilst working to hourly, daily, and weekly deadlines.
“I believe good journalism is under attack by an ongoing drive to appease big business by diluting, homogenising and packaging news,” she says.
“News/analysis published by ACE will be truly independent of the shackles of advertising and will also come with a healthy injection of humour.”
Adrien Thominet, the executive chairman of general sales and services agency ( ) giant , warns: “We need to protect the image of our industry and we will not protect the image of the industry by keeping it hidden."
Adrien Thominet, the executive chairman of French general sales and services agency (GSSA) giant ECS Group, warns: “We need to protect the image of our industry and we will not protect the image of the industry by keeping it hidden."
“Outbound also edged up another 1.1 per cent WoW to leave it narrowly ahead by 0.7 per cent YoY. But the biggest price action out of again occurred from the very hot market of , with further large increases WoW on both to and to the USA – as well as from both and from to Europe,” reveals price reporting agency .
“Outbound Shanghai also edged up another 1.1 per cent WoW to leave it narrowly ahead by 0.7 per cent YoY. But the biggest price action out of Asia again occurred from the very hot market of India, with further large increases WoW on rates both to Europe and to the USA – as well as from both Bang...
Speaking of the agreement, , executive chairman of the Group, underscores: "Together, we are determined to pave the way in transport."
Speaking of the CMA CGM agreement, Adrien Thominet, executive chairman of the GSSA, underscores: "Together, we are determined to pave the way in airfreight transport."
Howard Jones, president of in Canada, based at its office, insists: “Our teams in have a strong focus on providing elevated levels of quality customer service and offering viable solutions for our customers’ ."
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New deputy chief executive officer reveals: "Around a decade ago, in my previous role, I had the opportunity to collaborate with SmartLynx Airlines Ltd – and was genuinely impressed by the 's remarkable growth and achievements over the years."
New deputy chief executive officer Jan Bělina reveals: "Around a decade ago, in my previous role, I had the opportunity to collaborate with SmartLynx – and was genuinely impressed by the ACMI airline's remarkable growth and achievements over the years."
"Outbound edged up by another 0.1 per cent WoW, leaving its YoY decline at only minus 5.1 per cent. There were also strong gains again out of both to Europe and to the , as well as from to and from India to Europe, observes airfreight price reporting agency .
Outbound Shanghai edged up by another 0.1 per cent WoW, leaving its YoY decline at only minus 5.1 per cent. There were also strong gains again out of Vietnam both to Europe and to the USA, as well as from Bangkok to Europe and from India to Europe, observes airfreight price reporting agency TAC Inde...
“This strong start for 2024 could see demand surpass the exceptionally high levels of early 2022. It also shows air cargo’s strong resilience in the face of continuing and uncertainties,” Willie Walsh, the director general forecasts.
“This strong start for 2024 could see demand surpass the exceptionally high levels of early 2022. It also shows air cargo’s strong resilience in the face of continuing political and economic uncertainties,” Willie Walsh, the IATA director general forecasts.
Prithviraj Chug, chief executive of , points out: “This collaboration represents a significant step forward to enhance our current portfolio of clients."
Prithviraj Chug, chief executive of Group Concorde, points out: “This collaboration represents a significant step forward to enhance our current portfolio of clients."
Michael Steen, chief executive of , observes: “Cross-border is driving significant demand for Atlas’ dedicated large widebody capacity."
Michael Steen, chief executive at Atlas Air Worldwide, observes: “Cross-border e-commerce is driving significant demand for Atlas’ dedicated large widebody freighter capacity."
's Matt Petot exclusively explains to Thelma Etim, editor of aircargoeye.com: “Our load-board offers real-time updates and seamless search functionality, ensuring that or general sales agents ( ) can, with unparalleled ease, quickly identify and secure available capacity with the right decision-makers.
“Additionally, our fosters direct connections between and forwarders without any third party in between, facilitating more efficient and transparent transactions.” CargoAi
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Cargo Ai's Matthieu Petot exclusively explains to Thelma Etim, editor of aircargoeye.com: “Our load-board offers real-time updates and seamless search functionality, ensuring that airlines or general sales agents (GSAs) can, with unparalleled ease, quickly identify and secure available capacity wi...
“There were significant increases again on the big lanes from , with sources citing continuing strong demand in plus further upcoming product launches,” a statement from reporting agency .
“There were significant increases again on the big lanes from China, with sources citing continuing strong demand in e-commerce plus further upcoming product launches,” a statement from airfreight price reporting agency TAC Index.
Stanislas Brun, vice-president of at the flag carrier’s division, explains: "The successful inaugural from Nairobi to is just the beginning of 's ambitious journey with . Together, [we] will offer solutions that cater to the dynamic needs of partners and customers, especially in the fast-growing market."
Stanislas Brun, vice-president of cargo at the UAE flag carrier’s airfreight division, explains: "The successful inaugural flight from Nairobi to Abu Dhabi is just the beginning of Etihad Cargo's ambitious journey with Astral Aviation. Together, [we] will offer air cargo solutions that cater to th...
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Breaking news:
CEO steps down
President and chief executive today [25 March 2024] has announced his decision to step down as CEO at the end of this year.
He will continue to lead the US manufacturing giant through the year to complete the critical work currently under way to stabilise and position the company for the future, says a corporate statement.
, Boeing Commercial [BCA] president and CEO, will retire from the company and has been appointed to lead BCA, effective from today, it adds.
In a letter to employees, Calhoun states: "It has been the greatest privilege of my life to serve Boeing. The eyes of the world are on us, and I know that we will come through this moment a better company.
“We will remain squarely focused on completing the work we have done together to return our company to stability after the extraordinary challenges of the past five years, with safety and quality at the forefront of everything that we do," it adds.
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David Walker, chief and information officer at the airfreight division, says this is an exciting time at as it continues to advance its digital capabilities whilst progressing on the journey. “We are witnessing a growing customer adoption of digital bookings services across our global network, highlighting the importance of our advancements,” he adds.
David Walker, chief digital and information officer at the airfreight division, says this is an exciting time at IAG Cargo as it continues to advance its digital capabilities whilst progressing on the cloud journey. “We are witnessing a growing customer adoption of digital bookings services across...
“Sources among are suggesting renewed robust demand for ,” says reporting agency . “Outbound gained an even greater 8.9 per cent WoW – strong gains both to Europe and the USA further eroding the YoY decline to minus 7.6 per cent," it says.
“Sources among forwarders are suggesting renewed robust demand for Chinese exports,” says air cargo price reporting agency TAC Index. “Outbound Shanghai gained an even greater 8.9 per cent WoW – strong gains both to Europe and the USA further eroding the YoY decline to minus 7.6 per cent," i...
Camilo Garcia Cervera, chief sales and marketing officer at , insists that the transatlantic corridor is an important part of the carrier’s network. “ is a thriving hub, strategic for . With our already well-established network connecting major cities in the United States with Europe, this new route will enhance our connectivity even more,” he adds.
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Camilo Garcia Cervera, chief sales and marketing officer at IAG Cargo, insists that the transatlantic corridor is an important part of the carrier’s network. “Miami is a thriving logistics hub, strategic for airfreight. With our already well-established network connecting major cities in the Uni...
Breaking news:
The International Air Transport Association has launched an ‘IATA Digitalisation Leadership Charter’ to accelerate the digitalisation of operations and processes throughout the entire industry.
, CHAMP Cargosystems, Global Logistics System (HK) Company Limited, IBS Software, LATAM Cargo, Lufthansa Cargo and IAG Cargo are the inaugural signatories to the charter, reveals a statement.
Principles of the charter – signed at the 18th IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) in Hong Kong – include committing to “developing a unified and collaborative digital strategy; utilising global standards across the entire supply chain; using new technologies ethically; and pursuing digital excellence by staying ahead of digital trends, ensuring secure and sustainable practices, and establishing industry best practices,” the statement says.
Brendan Sullivan, IATA’s global head of cargo, stresses that digitalisation is imperative for the industry. “It requires alignment to ensure a unified and effective approach. has introduced the Digitalisation Leadership Charter to spearhead this alignment,” he says.
“By adhering to the charter's principles – adopting industry-wide standards, championing sustainability, ensuring ethical technology use, and upholding digital leadership – the charter sets a benchmark for excellence,” Sullivan underscores.
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Explaining how will benefit from the business collaboration, , founder and co-chief executive of the disruptor, points out: “The addition of ’s global connectivity to cargo.one will equip thousands of forwarders with enhanced resilience from even more daily services on many key , as well as a number of exciting new destinations [opening up] throughout Africa and the Middle East."
Explaining how forwarders will benefit from the business collaboration, Moritz Claussen, founder and co-chief executive of the digital disruptor, points out: “The addition of Emirates SkyCargo’s global connectivity to Cargo.One will equip thousands of forwarders with enhanced resilience from eve...
Explaining how will benefit from the business collaboration, , founder and co-chief executive of the disruptor, points out: “The addition of ’s global connectivity to cargo.one will equip thousands of forwarders with enhanced resilience from even more daily services on many key , as well as a number of exciting new destinations [opening up] throughout Africa and the Middle East."
Explaining how forwarders will benefit from the business collaboration, Moritz Claussen, founder and co-chief executive of the digital disruptor, points out: “The addition of Emirates SkyCargo’s global connectivity to Cargo.One will equip thousands of forwarders with enhanced resilience from eve...
Guillaume Crozier, the senior vice-president of UAE Cargo and global cargo strategy at , believes the accreditation is “a testament to our commitment to safety and compliance. This recognition underscores our ongoing efforts to maintain the highest standards in the handling of , ensuring the of our operations."
Guillaume Crozier, the senior vice-president of UAE Cargo and global cargo strategy at dnata, believes the accreditation is “a testament to our commitment to safety and compliance. This recognition underscores our ongoing efforts to maintain the highest standards in the handling of dangerous goods...
Speaking about the progress of , , 's global head of insists: “Inefficient paper-based, manual processes are [gradually] being replaced with solutions in all aspects of cargo operations, from to clearances. That’s a fact."
Speaking about the progress of digitalisation, Brendan Sullivan, IATA's global head of cargo insists: “Inefficient paper-based, manual processes are [gradually] being replaced with digital solutions in all aspects of cargo operations, from tracking to Customs clearances. That’s a fact."
With Gert-Jan Jansen, Ryan Keyrouse co-founded in June 2022 armed with a mission to ‘turn into action’ – by developing and disseminating products, strategic and market data designed to empower , and other businesses in their commercial decision making.
With Gert-Jan Jansen, Ryan Keyrouse co-founded Rotate in June 2022 armed with a mission to ‘turn data into action’ – by developing and disseminating software products, strategic consulting and market data designed to empower carriers, airports and other airfreight businesses in their commercia...
Johan van Rensburg, global head of delivery at Revenue Technology Services (RTS), believes this unique development with the division marks a momentous stride forward. “We are confident will redefine cargo ,” he declares.
Johan van Rensburg, global head of cargo delivery at RTS, believes this unique technological development with the airfreight division marks a momentous stride forward. “We are confident Saudia Cargo will redefine cargo automation,” he declares.
Richard Forson, president and chief executive of , explains: “With this action, we hope to contribute to reducing the availability of these products on the market.
Richard Forson, president and chief executive of Cargolux, explains: “With this action, we hope to contribute to reducing the availability of these products on the market."
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"The counterweight to this good news [for air cargo] is uncertainty over how ’s economic slowdown will unfold," , IATA’s director general, points out.
“This will be on the minds of executives meeting in Hong Kong next week for the with an agenda focused on , efficiency and ," he underscores.
"The counterweight to this good news [for air cargo] is uncertainty over how China’s economic slowdown will unfold," Willie Walsh, IATA’s director general, points out. “This will be on the minds of air cargo executives meeting in Hong Kong next week for the IATA World Cargo Symposium with an a...
from the have started rising again to but remain slightly lower both to and to , monitoring agency , reports.
Rates from the US have started rising again to China but remain slightly lower both to Europe and to South America, air cargo price monitoring agency TAC Index, reports.
Speaking about the two major orders from the and manufacturers, chief executive Robert Isom outlines: “These orders will continue to fuel our with newer, more efficient aircraft so we can continue to deliver the best network and record-setting operational reliability for our customers,” he adds.
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Speaking about the two major orders from the European and United States aircraft manufacturers, American Airlines chief executive Robert Isom outlines: “These orders will continue to fuel our fleet with newer, more efficient aircraft so we can continue to deliver the best network and record-settin...
Guillaume Crozier, ’s senior vice-president for cargo and global strategy, insists: “These advancements have a direct positive impact on our customers who benefit from heightened accuracy, reduced turn-a-round times and smoother operations.
Guillaume Crozier, dnata’s senior vice-president for UAE cargo and global cargo strategy, is keen to point out that the drone technology has produced “outstanding results” for the entity’s cargo operations. “These advancements have a direct positive impact on our airline customers who bene...
Group chief executive , insists: "The inauguration of this cutting-edge facility is a significant breakthrough for Group and for the entire economy."
Group chief executive Mesfin Tasew, insists: "The inauguration of this cutting-edge e-commerce logistics facility is a significant breakthrough for Ethiopian Airlines Group and for the entire African economy."
Scott Sirianni joins after previously holding the position of director of multinational accounts at American Airlines.
Scott Sirianni joins Menzies after previously holding the position of director of multinational accounts at American Airlines.
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