Air Cargo Air Cargo Ends 2016 on a Positive Note The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) grew by 3.8 percent in 2016 compared to 2015. This was nearly double the industry’s average growth rate of 2.0 percent over the last five years. Freight capacity, measured in available freight tonne kilometers (AFTKs), increased by 5.3 percent in 2016. All regions, with the exception of Latin America, experienced positive freight growth in 2016. Carriers in Europe accounted for almost half of the total annual increase in demand. After a weak start to 2016, global freight volumes recovered in the second half of the year. A strong peak season, an increase in the shipment of silicon materials and a turnaround in new export orders contributed to the later uptick in demand. The early timing of the Lunar New Year (in January 2017) may also have helped push demand higher in December. Continue Reading Air Cargo Ends 2016 on a Positive Note was last modified: March 16th, 2017 by favorillc 8 March 2017 0 comment 0 Facebook Twitter Google + Pinterest
Ground Handling Management The Magic Number “Upgrading baggage-screening capabilities” When the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) introduced its first framework for explosives detection systems (EDS), the date was January 2002 – just a few months on from the 11 September attacks. The vulnerability of aircraft to terrorist attack had been gravely illustrated, and in December 2002 the EU would also publish regulation governing aviation security for the first time, citing the attacks as evidence that “terrorism is one of the greatest threats to the ideals of democracy and freedom and the values of peace, which are the very essence of the European Union”. Continue Reading The Magic Number “Upgrading baggage-screening capabilities” was last modified: March 5th, 2017 by favorillc 5 March 2017 0 comment 0 Facebook Twitter Google + Pinterest
Airport Management Airport Management: Operational Strategy Have you ever wondered what goes behind to ensure the efficient operations of Atlanta based Hartsfield – Jackson Airport and at the same time ensure the safety of over 12 Mn passengers who use this airport. The reason behind choosing this airport is because it is the world’s busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic. Operating airports is not only a tiring experience but also a high risk job for the people who are behind it. However the adrenaline rush which it gives to an individual is far higher than in any job. Continue Reading Airport Management: Operational Strategy was last modified: March 5th, 2017 by favorillc 5 March 2017 0 comment 0 Facebook Twitter Google + Pinterest