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Seven dead in Antonov freighter crash

: Latest News; Tuesday, 31 July 2007

An Antonov An-12 freighter (side number 93912) belonging to Atran Airlines crashed Sunday 29 July, killing all crew on board after taking off from Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport.

Cargowise to collaborate with UK software developer

: Latest News; Tuesday, 31 July 2007

The Australian arm of logistics software developer CargoWise edi has signed an agreement with Agency Sector Management (UK) – a major developer of customs brokerage software for UK freight forwarders and shippers.

Freighters key to BAWC performance

: Latest News; Thursday, 26 July 2007

British Airways World Cargo (BAWC) has renewed the wet-lease of its three B747-400 freighter aircraft for an additional five years from Global Supply Systems (GSS), in a deal with total operating costs of over $1 billion.

New IBS partner

: Latest News; Thursday, 26 July 2007

Investment company General Atlantic LLC (GA) will spend US$60 million (Rs. 242 Crores) for a minority stake in IT developer IBS Software Services (IBS).

Dnata to provide ground handling in China

: Latest News; Thursday, 26 July 2007

Dnata, the ground handling arm of Dubai’s Emirates Group, has signed a joint venture agreement with China West Airport Group (CWAG) to provide airport ground handling services in Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (XXIA).

Liguori promoted to senior role

: Latest News; Wednesday, 25 July 2007

Swiss WorldCargo has appointed Adolfo Liguori as director cargo Switzerland effective 01 August. Liguori succeeds Urs Stulz, who was recently promoted managing director cargo Europe.

TCC to rep for Coyne in South Africa

: Latest News; Wednesday, 25 July 2007

Iraq and Afghanistan scheduled freighter operator Coyne Airways has appointed Johannesburg-based GSSA The Cargo Connection (TCC) as its offline sales agent for South Africa. It is the first time Coyne has had formal representation in the market.

Kitty Hawk looks for ways to improve performance

: Latest News; Tuesday, 24 July 2007

US cargo airline Kitty Hawk says it is “exploring strategic alternatives to enhance its long-term prospects.” The company has hired Raymond James and Associates to investigate options.

Queensland expansion for AaE

: Latest News; Tuesday, 24 July 2007

A major expansion of express air freight services in regional and far north Queensland is expected to follow the signing of deal between Australian air Express (AaE) and Queensland-based MacAir Airlines.