Edward Hardy

1 week ago | aircargoweek.com | Edward Hardy

Pattaya Airways may be a newcomer to the aviation sector, but its ambitions are anything but modest. Having commenced cargo operations in August 2024 with ATR 72-500 freighters, the airline is already leveraging Thailand’s position to become a key player in the Southeast Asian logistics landscape. “Thailand is strategically positioned as the hub of Southeast Asia, with international flights passing through the country every day,” Sirilert Siribhand, cargo sales manager at Pattaya Airways, said.

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In 1965, East Midlands Airport (EMA) opened its doors with a focus on passenger operations. Fast forward six decades, and the airport has grown into the UK’s leading express airfreight hub. This year, as EMA marks its 60th anniversary, head of aviation David Craig reflects on the defining milestones, pivotal shifts, and personal stories that have helped shape the airport’s evolution—from its humble beginnings to its vital role in powering UK trade.

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One thing that never changes in logistics is the fact that the industry constantly changes. As such, WCAworld, the largest network of independent freight forwarders, is continually looking ahead to anticipate industry shifts and deliver new solutions for its members. With e-commerce sales set to account for almost a quarter of all global retail sales by the end of 2025, e-commerce logistics has continued to be an increasing focus for WCAworld members.

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Since its debut at air cargo Europe, CharterSync has worked to turn what was once a labour-intensive and opaque process into a fast, transparent, and scalable digital experience. “Traditional charter procurement typically requires three to four hours to gather initial options; CharterSync has reduced this to minutes while simultaneously increasing accuracy,” the company’s founder, Ed Gillett, stated.

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Artificial intelligence has long been treated as a futuristic ideal, often met with apprehension across industries. But CHAMP Cargosystems is embracing a grounded, structured approach to AI integration—one that prioritises utility, scalability, and ethics. “What we are doing right now is that, since a few months ago, we launched an AI leadership programme. So it’s a two-year programme,” Lucas Fernandez, CHAMP Cargosystems, head of innovation, explained. “It’s focusing on three aspects.