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2011: The year of air cargo?

Air cargo is expected to contribute to a second consecutive year of industry profits in 2011. This is mainly due to consistent demand from emerging economies and export-led manufacturing growth in the US and Europe on the back of weaker currencies. Read more...

Cargo Security – Focus on the Electronic Cargo Security Declaration

Despite the fact that the air cargo industry has an excellent track record on security, the events of October 2010 have raised significant concerns. Regulators and industry are willing to work together to further secure the air cargo supply chain while keeping the vital flow of commerce moving. Read more...

They did it! 100% e-AWB out of Hong Kong

On 1 January, Cathay Pacific became the first airline operating out of Hong Kong to fully switch to e-AWB, eliminating all paper documents when issuing air waybills. Read more...

E-freight now live in 44 countries, marks its first paperless flight

Four major organizations signed an agreement to enhance and unify collaboration to further develop e-freight adoption worldwide. Read more...

Import & Export Control Systems officially implemented

As of 1 January, the air cargo industry was expected to comply with new EU regulations. Read more...

IATA ULD Handling e-Learning Training Program

Operators of ULDs at any part of the operational chain can now benefit from specialized training to develop their proficiency in operational and safety handling of ULDs. Read more...

World Cargo Symposium 2011 - Connecting the world in Istanbul

Come together and determine solutions to key challenges facing air cargo is the World Cargo Symposium. Join over 1,000 delegates, including top cargo executives and key decision makers from all over the industry. Read more...