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AIR COMPANY gets Avfuel, Alaska Airlines backing in funding round

Reuters | September 18, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Climate technology firm AIR COMPANY said it has secured backing from aviation fuel supplier Avfuel in its latest funding round as it looks to convert carbon dioxide

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AJOT | Top Story | September 18, 2024

Boeing, union negotiators set to resume talks on Wednesday

Boeing and its largest union will restart contract talks on Wednesday in the presence of federal mediators, after failing to agree on key issues such as wages and pensions, the

Ontario International Airport awarded $2.5 million from FAA to reduce emissions, increase sustainability

AJOT | September 18, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports

Since its return to local ownership in 2016, Ontario International has been a leader in promoting sustainable airport operations through its investment in energy-efficient infrastructure, the recycling of runway and construction materials, its fleet of zero-emission shuttle buses and its support of enhanced transit to and from the airport, among other things.

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AJOT | Top Story | September 18, 2024

An NFL First: 49ers and United Airlines launch SAF Pilot Project to reduce carbon emissions

In joining United's Eco-Skies Alliance, the 49ers are the first NFL team to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in an effort to reduce emissions

Qatar Airways Cargo introduces AirPlus Solutions

AJOT | September 18, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Customers can select three options Q-Climate, Q-Plus and Q-Prime to elevate their shipment’s journey

Swiss Airtainer secures pre-round A funding to accelerate expansion of active temperature-controlled containers

AJOT | September 18, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Swiss Airtainer’s active temperature-controlled containers are unique due to their lighter, more resilient, and durable materials. The container’s significantly lower weight reduces CO2 emissions by 45%, representing a saving of four tons of CO2 on long-haul flights, such as a round-trip between Zurich and San Francisco.

Air Charter Service team takes on Three Peaks Challenge 

AJOT | September 17, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Earlier this month a team of intrepid adventurers from Air Charter Service’s London office took on the famous UK Three Peaks Challenge – climb the highest peaks in England, Scotland, and Wales, all in 24 hours – and raised more than £15,000 for the company’s nominated charities: Dysart School, Momentum Children’s Charity, MacMillan Cancer Support and Save the Children.

Cathay Pacific releases traffic figures for August 2024

AJOT | September 17, 2024 | Air Cargo | General | By The Numbers

Cathay Pacific released its traffic figures for August 2024, showing that the airline carried more than two million passengers for the second consecutive month.

Ryanair extends Menzies partnership growing to 10 locations across Europe

AJOT | September 17, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports

Under the renewed contract, which is set to run until October 2029, Menzies will continue to provide ground handling services, expanding its remit to include Iași International Airport (IAS), one of the oldest airports in Romania.

Messe München acquires Miami’s Air Cargo Americas Conference & Exhibition

AJOT | September 17, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Boeing Co.‘s expected recovery will likely be delayed due to the strike by its Machinist Union

AJOT | September 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

S&P Global Ratings today said the announcement that Boeing Co.'s (BBB-/Negative/A-3) machinist union rejected a contract offer and voted to strike does not immediately affect our issuer credit rating or negative outlook on the company.

Airlines suspend flights as Middle East tensions rise

Reuters | September 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Boeing bosses blindsided by strike, on brink of crisis

Reuters | September 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Boeing bosses are staring down the barrel. The twists and turns of the past week paint a picture of managers badly wrong-footed by

CPaT announces contract with Berniq Airways

AJOT | September 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

CPaT Global, today announced they have been awarded a new contract with newly established Libyan Airlines, Berniq Airways. CPaT will provide Berniq Airways with customized Aircraft Systems courses for their Airbus A320 CEO and A320 NEO fleets, along with a full suite of Aircraft Procedural Trainers.

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