The ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to impact global aviation and air cargo operations, with airlines extending flight suspensions, rerouting services, and adjusting network strategies as security concerns persist across the region. For Africa’s cargo and logistics sector, the disruptions are creating ripple effects across international trade lanes,Continue Reading
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
Brussels Airport has further cemented its role as a key European gateway for Africa-bound project cargo following the launch of a new logistics facility by ConnexEurope. The development marks a strategic move to enhance cargo handling capabilities, particularly for complex and oversized shipments destined for African markets. As demand forContinue 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
Kenya Airways expects flight schedules to return to normal within 24 hours following the suspension of a strike that disrupted operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The airline confirmed that it is already working to restore on-time performance after nearly two days of delays and cancellations caused by industrialContinue Reading
Africa’s air cargo sector is gaining momentum, supported by rising demand for perishables, shifting global supply chains, and ongoing efforts to reduce trade barriers. Industry stakeholders remain optimistic, even as structural and geopolitical challenges persist. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), African airlines recorded a 6% year-on-year increaseContinue Reading
International Air Transport Association (IATA) has confirmed that the 2026 edition of the IATA World Data Symposium (WDS) will take place in Singapore on April 8–9, 2026. The announcement was made as the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) concluded in Lima, Peru, highlighting the growing importance of data, digital technologiesContinue 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
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
Malta-based Bridges Air Cargo is preparing to launch operations with its first Embraer E190 converted freighter, marking a key milestone for the airline just five months after delivery. The E190F, registered 9H-BRD and leased from US lessor Regional One, was delivered in August last year. Bridges Air Cargo, announced asContinue Reading
