Air Transport News Monitoring

Lynden Air Cargo to Modernize Hercules Fleet

Lynden Air Cargo is part of the Lynden family of companies and is a leading provider of air freight services, specializing in transporting cargo to remote and challenging locations. Lynden companies have, for more than a century, provided transportation …

Maersk Air Cargo sees volumes fall as it aims for ‘margin in favour of revenue’

Maersk Air Cargo ditched some of its less-profitable customers, a move which saw its airfreight volumes fall 19% year on year, it said today when announcing its Q1 results.  “We took targeted actions to replace those businesses to focus on margin in favour …

Dr. Ganemtore Says High Operating Cost, Discriminatory Preference Limit Air Transport Potentials

By Kebba AF Touray Dr. Paul-Antoine Marie Ganemtore, an air transport expert, has disclosed that the full potentials of air transport on the socio-economic development of West Africa, is limited by key challenges such as high operating cost and …

Hong Kong Air Cargo, Turkish Cargo form strategic air cargo alliance

Hong Kong Air Cargo has officially entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Turkish Cargo, signed on April 22, 2025, marking a important development in their strategic partnership. This agreement reflects a joint commitment to advancing global …

Airfreight players eye new routes as demand on the transpacific nosedives

© Bill2499 The sudden fall in demand for airfreight on the transpacific is beginning to trigger capacity shifts.  Compared with a week ago, capacity in the past 72 hours has fallen 8% globally, according to Rotate, which also said yesterday that 10% of the …

Air transport fare within West Africa highest globally – ECOWAS

Mr Sédiko Douka, ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy and Digitalisation, has said that air transport fares within the West African subregion remain the highest in the world. Douka also revealed that recent studies conducted by renowned …

BermudAir is denied air transport licence, granted exemption

Bermuda’s Air Transport Licensing Panel has refused an application from BermudAir (2T, Bermuda) to obtain an Air Transport Licence, ch-aviation research has revealed. However, the transport minister granted the carrier a new exemption from the licence, …

New Air Transport security measures add costs for travelers

(Top l-r) CEO Francis Usher – National Security and Border control; and Director Nigel Carter – Civil Aviation Authority; (Bottom l-r) Deputy director Stanley Gideon – Civil Aviation Authority; and Major Ruben Cowo – JIOC commander by William Ysaguirre ( …

West Africa’s air transport still the costliest globally – ECOWAS official warns

Speaking in Lomé on Tuesday at the opening of the ECOWAS Parliament’s Sixth Legislature Delocalised Joint Committee Meeting on Infrastructure, Energy and Mines, Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources, Mr Douka underscored that the high cost of air …

Air cargo services to be enhanced, says Bashir

The government looks to enhance air cargo services to strengthen the country's logistics ecosystem, Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin said on Tuesday. He said air transhipment has become important in addition to sea transportation in recent times, …

Hong Kong Air Cargo and Turkish Cargo sign MoU to enhance service quality

Hong Kong Air Cargo and Turkish Cargo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening their strategic partnership. Under the MoU, both carriers pledge to explore closer collaboration in air cargo operations, including potential codeshare …

Air cargo rates decline across major lanes: TAC Index

Global air freight rates fell again last week, according to the latest data from TAC Index. "The global Baltic Air Freight Index calculated by TAC fell some -4.5 percent in the week to May 5. Rates had been holding up quite well so far in 2025 …

ACI Europe | Trump tariffs threaten to ground air transport

The Airports Association of Europe (ACI Europe) is expressing concern about a future decline in demand for air transport, warning that the post-pandemic “wave” is weakening and uncertainty at the global economic level is intensifying, mainly due to the new …

China adds 75 international air cargo routes in first four months, nearly 90% to Asia, Europe

The first cargo route between Urumqi in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and Islamabad in Pakistan officially commences operation on March 4, 2025. Photo：CMG China added 75 international air cargo routes in the first four months of …

IATA: Air Cargo demand up by 4.4% in March 2025 as jet fuel prices fall  

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its latest data relating to global air demand for March 2025. The figures show that the industry continues to grow despite ongoing economic uncertainty in many markets worldwide, and despite …

Temporary restrictions have been introduced on the operation of the Nizhny Novgorod airport, the Russian Federal Air ...

Pharma.Aero and TIACA jointly launch air cargo project

Pharma.Aero and The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) jointly launched the Food and Farm for Health project to use air cargo as a means to improve access to life-saving medicines and support agricultural exports in low- and middle-income …

Hong Kong Air Cargo and Turkish Cargo sign MoU

Hong Kong Air Cargo and Turkish Cargo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 22 April 2025 in Hong Kong to explore strategic cooperation in global air cargo operations. The MoU outlines a joint commitment to pursue codeshare arrangements, freighter …

Israeli key air cargo gateway hit by missile attack, and Houthis warn of more

Photo: © Vadim Lerner, Dreamstime.com Airlines have suspended services into Israel’s key gateway of Ben Gurion, after a missile attack by Yemeni rebels over the weekend and threats of more to come. Eight people were injured by the blast from the strike by …

AI vs. Tariffs in Global Trade: New 2025 Report Details AI Mitigation for Soaring Costs & Trade Contraction

global trade landscape faced a shock in early 2025, caught in the crosscurrents of aggressive tariff regimes and the transformative power of (AI). LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global trade landscape faced a …

Mallplaza growth in visitor flows, revenue and EBITDA positioning it as the fastest-growing company in the industry

The performance of its unique portfolio in the Andean Region stands out, leader in tenant sales and revenues SANTIAGO, CHILE, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mallplaza continues to post positive financial results. In 1Q2025, the company …

Polyvance Expands Heavy Truck Hood Repair Solutions with New Kits for Peterbilt 579 and Kenworth T800 Models

RAINSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Polyvance, a leader in automotive and industrial plastic repair solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of two innovative heavy truck hood repair kits: one specifically …

Movers.com Offers Expert Tips for Stress Free Moves This 2025 Peak Season

With the busy moving season officially underway in May, Movers.com shares essential planning tips to help Americans relocate smoothly and affordably. NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the U.S. enters its …

Fastport Partners with American Trucking Associations' Workforce Heroes Program to Support Veteran Career Transition

Fastport partners with ATA’s Workforce Heroes Program to help Veterans transition into trucking and transportation careers. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fastport, a leader in helping military veterans transition into …

SCAYLE's ‘Conversion Killer’ report reveals 71% of US consumers are uncomfortable with the way retailers are using AI

Research of over 1500 US shoppers highlights 71% uncomfortable with some of the AI tools being used by retailers, and 1 in 3 put prices over brand loyalty. HAMBURG, GERMANY, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumer research released today by SCAYLE, …

The Brooks Group Named Great Employer to Work for in North Carolina 2025

Leading sales training company recognized for workplace culture and employee experience GREENSBORO, NC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Brooks Group, a leading sales training and development company, announced it has been …

Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges a Former Shipyard or Barge Worker with Mesothelioma or Lung Cancer in ...

NEW ORLEANS , LA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If your loved one is a former shipyard or barge worker anywhere in Louisiana and they now have mesothelioma or lung cancer …

Global Ship Lease Announces Annual Meeting of Shareholders

ATHENS, Greece, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Ship Lease, Inc. (NYSE:GSL) (the “Company”) has scheduled its Annual Meeting of Shareholders for June 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (the “Annual Meeting”). The record date for determining …

Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. – New Financings Update

ATHENS, Greece, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. (the “Company” or “OET”) (NYSE:ECO / OSE:OET), announced today that it has declared its options to purchase back each of the VLCC vessels Nissos Kea, Nissos Nikouria, and Nissos …

Dynagas LNG Partners LP Announces Cash Distribution for the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025 of $0.049 Per Unit

ATHENS, Greece, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dynagas LNG Partners LP (the “Partnership”) (NYSE: “DLNG”), an owner and operator of LNG carriers, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash distribution with respect to the …

Karat Packaging Reports 2025 First Quarter Financial Results

— Strong revenue growth and well-positioned ahead of the global trade uncertainty — CHINO, Calif., May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (“Karat” or the “Company”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of environmentally …

GOGL – 2025 AGM Results Notification

Golden Ocean Group Limited (the “Company”) advises that the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of the Company was held on 8 May 2025 at 08:30 hrs, at Hamilton Princess and Beach Club, 76 Pitts Bay Road, Hamilton HMCX, Bermuda. The audited …

Eddie Dunn Appointed Interim President of VETS2INDUSTRY

Seasoned talent innovator and veteran–transition advocate to lead national nonprofit into next phase of growth SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Board of Directors of VETS2INDUSTRY (V2I) is pleased to announce the …

Sonoco Releases 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report

HARTSVILLE, S.C., May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonoco Products Company (NYSE: SON), a global leader in value-added sustainable packaging, today released its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, marking its transformation into a more sustainable …

Star Bulk Announces Date for the Release of First Quarter Ended March 31, 2025, Results, Conference Call, and Webcast

ATHENS, Greece, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (the "Company" or "Star Bulk") (Nasdaq: SBLK), today announced that it will release its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, after the market …

STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION ADVISORS Inc LAUNCHES xformSCM & xformCube - Warehouse Slotting, Design & Dimensioning Software

Advanced Software for Slotting, Warehouse Design & Augmented Reality Dimensioning — Cut Labor Costs by 30%, Boost Efficiency 50%, Maximize Space SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategic Transformation …

Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Employment for Two LNG Carriers ("...

ATHENS, Greece, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (the “Company,” “CCEC”, “we” or “us”) (NASDAQ: CCEC), an international owner of ocean-going vessels, today released its financial results for the first quarter ended March …

Costamare Inc. Reports Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2025

MONACO, May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Costamare Inc. (“Costamare” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CMRE) today reported unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (“Q1 2025”). I. PROFITABILITY AND LIQUIDITY Q1 2025 Net Income …

Strategic Transformation Advisors Appoints Jakub Dabrowski as Principal, Expands into Strategic IT Services

Seasoned CTO joins executive leadership as STA launches Strategic IT & Cybersecurity technology offerings for modern enterprise operations SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategic Transformation Advisors, …