Çelebi Aviation has officially entered the Kenyan aviation and air cargo sector following the acquisition of Africa Flight Services, a cargo and ground handling operator based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The Turkey-headquartered ground handling company acquired 100% of Africa Flight Services, also known as Transglobal Cargo Centre Ltd, inContinue Reading
South Africa’s ability to compete in global markets increasingly depends on the efficiency of its air cargo infrastructure. Strengthening the performance of the country’s major cargo hubs could play a pivotal role in accelerating economic growth, boosting exports, and enhancing trade competitiveness. This was highlighted by Nelson Teixeira, Managing DirectorContinue Reading
Global bauxite shipments climbed 16% year-on-year during the first 11 weeks of 2026, largely fueled by robust demand from China for cargoes originating in Guinea. Guinean supply dominated the market, accounting for 79% of total shipments, while volumes from other regions slipped by 3% compared to the same period lastContinue Reading
Panama is preparing to authorize the removal and export of stockpiled ore from the suspended Cobre Panama mine, a move expected to revive bulk cargo flows and generate new logistics activity. The planned approval will allow First Quantum to process and ship material that was mined prior to the shutdownContinue Reading
The Kenyan authorities could be forced to lift their ban on genetically modified maize imports in light of the ongoing drought in their grain-producing belt – and a looming shortage for domestic consumption. “We continue to receive reports of crop failures putting financial pressure on farmers, and in the comingContinue Reading
Fiasa executive director Siganeko Magafela during a panel discussion at the Board of Airline Representatives of South Africa Aviation Summit in KwaZulu-Natal last week. Source: Barsa Aviation Summit 2026 South Africa’s aviation sector currently has sufficient jet fuel stocks to meet demand for about three weeks, but industry warns that infrastructure constraintsContinue Reading
Efficient customs clearance remains one of the most critical factors shaping trade and logistics across Africa. As the continent works toward deeper regional integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area, improving the movement of goods across borders has become more important than ever. International Customs Day serves as aContinue Reading
Canadian freighter operator Cargojet reported softer fourth-quarter financial results, reflecting the broader slowdown in transpacific cargo demand and ongoing volatility in global trade flows — trends closely watched by African air cargo stakeholders linked to Asia-bound supply chains. For the fourth quarter, Cargojet recorded revenues of C$284.7 million, representing aContinue Reading
Vienna International Airport recorded its highest-ever air cargo volumes in 2025, driven by expanded long-haul connectivity, strong pharmaceutical traffic and continued growth in e-commerce shipments. Total cargo throughput reached 313,763 tonnes, representing a 5.3% year-on-year increase, according to the airport. The performance was supported by the targeted expansion of long-haulContinue Reading
Imagine a world where roadblocks were as routine as traffic lights—where every driver expected, almost as a matter of habit, to be breathalysed or drug tested. At first glance, it might feel excessive. But what if that visibility and consistency were exactly what South Africa needs to make its roadsContinue Reading
