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BIFA launches Heathrow cargo redevelopment advisory body

The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has launched a cargo community advisory body to help Heathrow Airport redevelop cargo operations.

IAG Cargo uses Cind CargoSpect at Heathrow Airport

IAG Cargo has installed Cind CargoSpect at its London Heathrow Airport hub to capture cargo data in real time.

Alwayse provides Heathrow Terminal 5 with ball units

Alwayse Ball Unit Solutions has supplied over 3,000 ball transfer units to upgrade baggage and cargo handling at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.

WestJet signs Block Space Agreement with Virgin

WestJet Cargo has signed a Block Space Agreement (BSA) with Virgin Atlantic Cargo for services from Toronto to London.

Carousel Logistics opens Birmingham Airport facility

Carousel Logistics has consolidated cargo handling services by opening an airside facility at Birmingham Airport.

Glasgow Prestwick handles longest ever cargo shipment

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has handled its longest-ever piece of freight as part of a consignment for the oil and gas industry.

Hong Kong Air Cargo to launch Prestwick flights

Hong Kong Air Cargo will launch flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport, providing capacity for e-commerce imports.

Amazon to launch UK drone flights in Darlington

Amazon is preparing to launch Prime Air drone flights in the UK from its fulfilment centre in Darlington.

PrimeFlight acquires Airworld to enter European cargo handling market

PrimeFlight Aviation Services has entered the European cargo handling market by acquiring Airworld Handling and its network of subsidiaries.

Asset Alliance supplies WFS with 29 trailers

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) has taken delivery of 29 SDC rollerbed trailers provided by Asset Alliance Group.

Glasgow Prestwick welcomes first e-commerce flight

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has welcomed its first full e-commerce flight, carrying 90 tonnes for Royal Mail final mile deliveries.

American Airlines moves into new Heathrow facility

American Airlines Cargo has moved into a new facility at Heathrow Airport, providing more space and flexibility.