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    IATA
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    CEIV Pharma is designed to ensure that facilities, equipment, operations and personnel meet the standards, regulations and guidelines that pharmaceutical manufacturers require...
    July 25, 2024
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    Utilize appropriate training to ensure safe processes and prevent operator injuries and fatalities.
    July 3, 2024
    Hactl
    Hactl officials are seeing increasing interest in sustainable cargo handling, which has long been held back because of limited options for eco-friendly GSE.
    In the Asia-Pacific region, and around the world, ground service providers are taking steps to reduce their environmental impact while increasing operational efficiencies.
    Feb. 13, 2024
    Hactl
    Electric power offers big potential for smaller GSE such as tugs for dollies, and smaller loaders.
    GSE manufacturers and ground handlers share their vision for a greener future.
    Feb. 1, 2024
    Air Canada
    Air Canada Cargo’s first equine transport was Noble, a gift from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to King Charles III in March, ahead of his coronation ceremony.
    Air Canada in 2018 became the first airline to be awarded IATA Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) for Live Animals Logistics certification and in 2022 became...
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Air Canada
    Schoona arrived at Air Canada Cargo’s Vancouver facility in a special crate three hours before her flight, and was kept in a warm environment until it was time for her to be loaded onto the aircraft. Her flight to Toronto was on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the cargo hold’s temperature was controlled to keep her comfortable during the four-hour journey onboard.
    Training and compliance with IATA’s Live Animals Regulations are essential for ground handlers to ensure the welfare and safety of animals during air transport.
    Oct. 16, 2023
    Daniel Kummer | Lufthansa Cargo
    ICS2 is an EU-wide, integrated system for the pre-loading reporting of all import and transit air cargo and airmail shipments.
    The customs pre-arrival security and safety program assesses whether cargo complies with the safety and security requirements of the European Union.
    Sept. 19, 2023
    INFORM GmbH
    Advanced tracking solutions combine telematics with intelligent dolly, container and ULD management to eliminate the unknowns and bring a real-time view of ground handling equipment’s location and status.
    New technology is delivering important benefits to ground handlers across key operational areas of on-time performance, asset management and cost containment.
    April 13, 2023
    Hactl
    CEIV Li-Batt entails detailed documentation of all procedures, and then external auditing of these processes and all facilities by IATA to ensure they are totally compliant.
    IATA’s CEIV Lithium Batteries certification program is designed to enable transport, meet safety obligations and comply with applicable regulations.
    Feb. 16, 2023
    Swissport
    Dirk Goovaerts, head of Middle East and Africa and global cargo chair at Swissport International.
    Global cargo chair Dirk Goovaerts discusses his company’s plans to address challenges and meet cargo demand.
    Sept. 20, 2022
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    With constrained global cargo capacity due to pandemic related restrictions, shippers and freight forwarders have been increasingly opting to transport cargo through Dubai.
    At hubs in the Middle East and beyond, cargo handlers have modified operations to keep up with demands triggered by the pandemic and are ready for further growth.
    April 14, 2022
    Bob Rogers, ULD CARE
    ULD CARE's vice president says running a business with 5 to 10 percent of ULDs unaccounted for is not an effective way to run a business.
    April 7, 2022
    JBT
    The Commander Cargo Loader lineup includes an electric version of the C30i.
    With decades of experience producing electric and alternative powered ground support equipment, JBT has applied this know-how to cargo handling equipment.The C30i E electric powered...
    March 17, 2022
    JBT
    Consumer purchasing habits coupled with the pandemic’s role in slowing production has created a massive demand for goods and services.
    GSE solutions help the ground handling industry meet high demands and overcome capacity challenges.
    March 17, 2022
    Aviator
    The More You Know Aviator Shares Insights On Differences And Similarities Of Passenger Vs Cargo Flight Handling (2)
    At a glance, commercial air transport might seem to be a streamlined phenomenon with the purpose of providing transport services from one point to another. Although this is essentially...
    March 10, 2022
    Avp Special Report
    Airlines and ground service providers are using equipment to overcome cargo capacity challenges.
    Feb. 15, 2022
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    The effects of Britain’s exit from the EU, combined with factors spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, have illustrated the importance of collaboration between airports, airlines ...
    Oct. 14, 2021
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    Kempegowda International Airport has updated its cargo capabilities and has become a regional hub in India.
    Sept. 23, 2021
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    Airports and ground service providers are focusing on cargo, hoping to revive business and offset the passenger traffic downturn.
    Aug. 19, 2021
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    How technology can improve manual processes to help ground handlers improve operations and maximize asset utilization.
    Aug. 13, 2020
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    IATA’s Cargo Handling Manual and Smart Facility Operational Capacity program aim to standardize cargo handling and reduce complex audits.
    April 23, 2020
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    The ULD Code of Conduct sets a foundation for both airlines and service providers to aim for when it comes to managing unit load device operations.
    Feb. 20, 2020
    Forklift Safety Is a 'Core Value'
    Feb. 10, 2010
    Fred Workley offers maintenance and operating tips for safe operation of forklifts. May 2003Forklift accidents are among the leading cause of workplace deaths, killing more than...
    May 1, 2003