Edward Hardy

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Virgin Atlantic has become the first airline to introduce the innovative AI Champion apprenticeship program, partnering with leading education technology firm Cambridge Spark to accelerate digital transformation across the organisation. The inaugural cohort of AI Champions spans multiple critical departments across Virgin Atlantic, with the groundbreaking initiative launching this week.

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Cold Chain Technologies (CCT) has launched a reusable universal temperature-controlled pallet shipper – the company’s first innovation for the life sciences sector since its acquisition of reusable pallet specialist, Tower Cold Chain, in 2024. Offering a capacity of 1600L and a design that accommodates both Euro and US pallets, the CCT Tower Elite provides a superior singular solution for pharmaceutical companies, airlines and 3PLs looking to ship large consignments globally.

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Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a SATS company, has been awarded a new five-year cargo handling contract with the cargo arm of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates SkyCargo at Frankfurt Airport. This strategic win strengthens SATS’ and WFS’ long-standing partnership with Emirates, with the group now providing specialised gateway services at 21 stations across the airline’s global network.

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Opening the World Cargo Symposium in Dubai, Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President at Emirates SkyCargo, has highlighted the industry’s focus on navigating various global trade headwinds.

1 week ago | aircargoweek.com | Edward Hardy

The World Cargo Symposium 2025 kicked off in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Tuesday morning. This year, the event takes place at a moment of transition for the industry and international relations, with tensions high due to tariffs and trade wars, demanding innovation, collaboration and world leadership. The UAE Minister of Economy H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri began the event, welcoming attendees to the three-day event and touching on the industry’s key priorities.