Latest Air Cargo News

WOF & BUD Cargo Forum to Link the Cargo World

Find out what you can expect at the WOF & BUD Cargo Forum, taking place on 27–28 September in Terminal 1 of Budapest Airport.

evoBOT Autonomous Robot Trialed for Cargo Operations at Munich Airport

The autonomous evoBot robot is undergoing its first practical test in the cargo terminal and on the apron at Munich Airport. 

DFW Redevelopment Aims to Grow Its Cargo Presence

DFW has is developing its 19th Street Cargo facility to enhance the airport's ability to process international cargo.

WFS and Aena Trial Autonomous Cargo Transport at Barcelona Airport

London Heathrow Deploys 'Robotic Dog' for Cargo Tunnel Refurbishment

London Heathrow and Mace have employed a robotic dog, Dave, developed by Boston Dynamics to help refurbish the airport's cargo tunnel. 

Swissport to Open Air Cargo Centre at Central Japan International Airport

Swissport has announced it is opening an air cargo centre at Central Japan International Airport (Chubu Centrair International Airport, NGO)…

Siemens Logistics Partners With Qatar Airways Group on Digitalising Cargo Handling

Siemens Logistics, Qatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) Cargo are cooperating on digitalising cargo handling processes.

FAA Awards $31 Million to Expand Cargo Infrastructure at US Airports

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded more than 31 million USD to expand cargo infrastructure at nine airports in the US.

Lödige Industries to Automate Cargo Facility at JFK

Aeroterm has selected Lödige Industries to automate the cargo system at John F. Kennedy International Airport‘s (JFK) new facility.

IAG Cargo Trials First Electric Terminal Tractor at London Heathrow

IAG Cargo has begun trials of its first Terberg electric terminal tractor at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

dnata to Operate Advanced Cargo City at Schiphol Airport

dnata has announced a 200 million EUR investment in dnata Cargo City Amsterdam, a fully automated cargo centre at Schiphol Airport.

FedEx Express Expands Air Cargo Hub at Miami International Airport

FedEx's $72.2 million expansion of its air cargo hub at MIA increases the facility's capacity and capabilities.

Construction Works Begin on New DHL Distribution Centre at Vilnius Airport

On 17 November, the ‘go-ahead’ for the start of construction works for a new DHL distribution centre at Vilnius Airport was given.

Aéroport Paris-Vatry Signs for CHAMP’s Cargospot Handling

Aéroport Paris-Vatry has signed for CHAMP’s Cargospot Handling solution to support the Paris airport’s ground handling service operations.

Fraport Traffic Figures for October Show Continuing Upward Trend

The volume of passengers and cargo travelling through Frankfurt airport continues to rise for international destinations.

Tiger Infrastructure to Fund Construction of Air Cargo Terminal at ANC

Tiger Infrastructure has announced the acquisition of a controlling interest in IC Alaska Airport LLC, which has secured a lease at ANC.

BLR Sets Sights on Digitalisation Supported by Kale Logistics Solutions

Bangalore International Airport Limited has chosen to implement Kale Logistics' Airport Cargo Community System to streamline cargo operation…

Swissport Opens Three New Air Cargo Warehouses in Canada

On 1 October, Swissport opened a new air cargo warehouse at Halifax Stanfield International Airport, its sixth cargo location in Canada.

Swissport Rolls Out New Cargo App

Swissport is introducing a new mobile cargo application to further streamline and digitize its air cargo business.

AirBridgeCargo Extends Global Partnership with WFS with Contract In Liege

AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) has awarded a 10-year cargo handling contract to Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in Liege.

Amazon Air Launches State-of-the-Art Air Cargo Hub at CVG

Amazon has announced the beginning of Amazon Air Hub operations at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).

Hactl Takes First Robotic Step

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has taken its first step into robotics with the opening of a new Automated Parts Store (APS).

ACI World Launches Guidance on Developing Cargo Operations at Airports

Airports Council International (ACI) World has published a complimentary report to help airport operators develop successful cargo strategie…

Menzies’ New Los Angeles Cargo Facility Provides Room for Growth

Menzies Aviation has expanded its cargo facilities by 40% at Los Angeles Airport (“LAX”) with the addition of a new warehouse.