Haikou-based Central Airlines has strengthened its cargo capabilities with the addition of a Boeing 777 freighter, expanding its fleet to 11 aircraft, including six 777Fs and several converted 737 freighters. The newly leased 777F, delivered earlier this month, will support Central Airlines’ European hub operations, enhancing the airline’s long-haul cargoContinue Reading
FedEx has strengthened its presence in Asia with the launch of a new weekly flight linking Incheon (South Korea), Hanoi (Vietnam), and Guangzhou (China) — a strategic move aimed at meeting surging demand across the Asia Pacific air cargo market. The new service, operating every Monday, connects Incheon International AirportContinue Reading
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Ascend Airways Malaysia, a subsidiary of Avia Solutions Group, has taken delivery of its first freighter as it prepares to launch commercial operations in November 2025, targeting both cargo and passenger ACMI services across Asia. The airline, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, received its Conditional Air ServiceContinue Reading
Johannesburg, South Africa — Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) has been steadily expanding its global network, with recent growth in Asia and Europe creating stronger indirect trade connections for African markets. On 2 September 2025, the carrier increased its Hong Kong–Dhaka service from one to two weekly flights, while between 8Continue Reading
Asia Pacific airlines saw robust cargo demand in July 2025, driven by strong export activity as shippers rushed to move goods ahead of U.S. tariff implementations. According to preliminary traffic figures from the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), international air cargo demand, measured in freight tonne kilometres (FTK), roseContinue Reading
Uzbekistan-based cargo airline My Freighter has commenced scheduled cargo services with the introduction of a new route linking Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) via its main hub in Tashkent (TAS). The service operates twice weekly using a Boeing 767-300 freighter, offering a total transit time of 17 hours.Continue Reading
Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening regional aviation through expanded cooperation in cargo, training, aircraft maintenance, safety, and innovation. The agreement, signed on July 28 in Dar es Salaam, signals a shift toward collaboration over competition in East Africa’s aviation sector.Continue Reading
Mozambique’s national airline questions Dane Kondic’s ability to fully commit to restructuring efforts amid regional board appointment Mozambique’s national carrier, LAM (Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique), has expressed concern following the appointment of its management committee chair, Dane Kondic, to the board of Air Botswana—a rival regional airline. A Dual RoleContinue Reading
FlySafair has begun adjusting flight schedules for selected routes departing between July 22 and 28, in anticipation of a potential pilot strike. Affected passengers are being notified of the changes. The proactive move comes as salary negotiations between the airline and its pilots—represented by Solidarity—have reached a deadlock. The union,Continue Reading
UK-based autonomous drone specialist Windracers has launched an operational hub in Malawi to demonstrate the capabilities of its ULTRA unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in supporting humanitarian air cargo missions across the region. The new hub is located at Kasungu Airfield in central Malawi and is part of a broader initiativeContinue Reading
