Air CargoAstral launches Hong Kong–Brisbane freighter for Aus Air Cargo

Astral launches Hong Kong–Brisbane freighter for Aus Air Cargo

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New service to boost exports of Australian perishables to key markets in China, Asia, and the Middle East.

ShippingHapag strengthens Africa presence with new organisational setup

Hapag strengthens Africa presence with new organisational setup

Our Correspondent

30 May 2025 5:25 PM IST

Changes align with the company’s Strategy 2030 and its commitment to growing Africa as a key focus market.

Latest NewsAfrican airlines report 4.7% YoY increase in cargo demand for April

African airlines report 4.7% YoY increase in cargo demand for April

Our Correspondent

29 May 2025 6:00 PM IST

Total air cargo demand rose by 5.8% in April 2025 while capacity increased by 6.3% compared to April 2024.

PeopleUNICEF, DSV enhance logistics support for humanitarian missions

UNICEF, DSV enhance logistics support for humanitarian missions

Our Correspondent

29 May 2025 4:45 PM IST

The agreement will help UNICEF deliver life-saving supplies faster and to more locations.

Latest NewsBelcon and Cato is powering South Africa’s cold chain expansion

Belcon and Cato is powering South Africa’s cold chain expansion

Our Correspondent

29 May 2025 12:51 PM IST

Belcon and Cato offer next-gen cold storage with direct rail and port links, supporting South Africa’s logistics growth.

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Brussels Airlines resumes direct flights to Nairobi

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Astral launches Hong Kong–Brisbane freighter for Aus Air Cargo

Astral launches Hong Kong–Brisbane freighter for Aus Air Cargo

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Lufthansa Cargo uses AI to process booking requests faster

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Ethiopian Cargo strengthens fleet with 12th Boeing 777F

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Roos Bakker to lead TIACA as Chair for 2026–2027 term

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Qatar Airways Cargo sets new standards with global trade campaign

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Kuehne+Nagel Names Diradourian to Head Middle East Operations

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Zipline commissions new distribution centre in Nigeria

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Zipline drones deliver vaccines to malaria-prone western...

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DDC announces multiple agreements for phase 2 at Edmonton...

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Apian, Zipline to expand NHS drone delivery of medical...

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Trade on tracks: Rail freight boosting trade,...

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APM Terminals acquires Panama Canal Railway Company

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Kenya Railways launches reefer wagons to boost perishable...

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Lufthansa Cargo uses AI to process booking requests faster

Fabio Brocca appointed as first chief product officer of Xeneta

Fabio Brocca appointed as first chief product officer of...

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Jetstream Africa unveils AI-powered cross-border platform...

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African trade boom fueled by technology & trade pacts: DP...

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Jumia expands delivery service to Nigeria

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TLcom Capital closes Africa’s largest early-stage VC fund

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Nigeria launches National Single Window to streamline import/export

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