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Acu-July-2019.Pdf The rst and only PAN-Regional Magazine Years Middle East - Africa - Asia and beyond 2001-2019 el C ebr ati ng Vol. 9 Issue 07, No. 77, July 2019 Cargolux Airlines Nature'sRichardForson friend CEO, Cargolux Airlines The Lounge Emirates adds 46 Air Cargo Europe 2019 Platooning in the flights during and Transport Logistics logistics industry 21 30 37 the busy Hajj season Mohammed Ali Al Musar Senior Vice President, Oman Air Cargo www.aircargoupdate.com EDITORIAL Editor’s Note Ethics and cargo Monthly: Vol 09 | Issue 07 | No. 77 Middle East, Africa, Asia & beyond The line between ethics and cargo used to be blurred in pursuit of good money. Countless high value items—stolen antiques, endangered species, weapons, among other illegal items—have made it between countries in the past via planes without questions from authorities. The practice still exists clandestinely especially in terms of illegal poaching with international bodies pointing out the crime valued at about USD20 billion annually. The difference is that these days the ethical transportation of goods, especially that of wildlife and endangered species, are given due importance. In this edition, we look at Cargolux Airlines, which like other major global cargo carriers, have made a pledge to protect animal rights by refusing the so-called hunting trophies. A true friend of nature, the company made history last month when it successfully transported two captured Chief Editor Gemma Q. Casas whales from Shanghai, China to Iceland where the world's gemmadimensionsmedia.com first sanctuary for whales and dolphins is located. Contributors Nirmala Rao We'll also share insights on the global logistics industry's Ayesha Rashid ayeshaaircargoupdate.com future from experts who were surveyed ahead of the Sales Marketing transport logistics exhibition and that of Air Cargo Europe. Israr Ahmad isrardimensionsmedia.com On The Lounge, we'll share the story of a busy Omani Tousif Ahmed cargo executive who takes pride in being part of the tousifdimensionsmedia.com Head Operations Sultanate of Oman's growing aviation and freight sectors Jamal Ahmad who despite his busy schedule still finds time to bond with jamaldimensionsmedia.com Photo Journalist his family. Wasim Ahmed On airports, we will bring you how an unexploded wasimdimensionsmedia.com Cr eative Head ordnance from World War II disrupted flights in Frankfurt Mohammed Imran imrandimensionsmedia.com and forced the evacuation of thousands of residents; the technovation concept that Hong Kong explores for its new city within the airport; Turkey's new book chronicling the 42-month journey of the world's biggest airport, Istanbul Airport, and; Heathrow's massive expansion plans. These and more in this edition of Air Cargo Update. Gemma Q. Casas Editor-in-Chief t CONTENTS n e uly 2019 J t n Cover Story Cargolux Airlines Nature's friend o 24 The Global 08 Lounge 09 News Finding time to connect Saudia Cargo draws strength C with family in the midst with SkyTeam Cargo .alliance of a busy life in the air at Air Cargo Europe 2019 cargo industry News 37-Emirates adds 46 ights during 21 Feature the busy Hajj season Air Cargo Europe 2019 and Transport Logistics 35 - Airlines Etihad marks UN World Refugee Day with a range of initiatives for Syrian refugees Ethiopian signs $500 million deal with Collins Aerospace 30-Platooning in the logistics industry 39 - Airports Heathrow expansion project public consultation begins 48-World Economic Forum labels Nokia's Istanbul Airport launches 'It is a 44 -Air Cargo Europe 2019, 4-7 June 5G'factory of the future' as 'Advanced Dream, Come True' book Munich, Germany 4th Industrial Revolution Lighthouse' chronicling Turkey's biggest aviation project Technovation at Hong Kong's SKYCITY 43- Executive Moments Thomas Sonntag takes over management of Jettainer 46 - Upcoming Events The L UNGE Finding time to connect with family in the midst of a busy life in the air Mohammed Ali Al Musar cargo industry Senior Vice President, Oman Air Cargo Mohammed Ali Al Musafir, Senior Vice President - the fisheries and agriculture sectors,” he added. Oman Air Cargo at Oman Air, has a lot on his plate as the In 2016, Al Musafir, who previously held other senior airline aggressively competes in the cut-throat air freight management roles in the airline, took the responsibility of industry, pursuing growth and new business leading Oman Air Cargo and had since been instrumental opportunities. in turning around its business to a strong and sustainable His job requires constant travel across the globe, good one. leadership and business acumen, mentoring staff, In 2017, Oman Air Cargo posted 38 percent growth in precision and making the right decisions within the sales and cargo volumes, followed by 17 percent in 2018. company, working with about 75 interline partners and There is optimism in getting good numbers in 2019 with responsible for moving goods across the globe for Q1 2019 showing 16 percent year-on-year growth despite individuals and businesses that trust in Oman Air Cargo's the many challenges the industry faces. reliable and efficient air freight services. In the midst of his daunting tasks and responsibilities, Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, this devout father of six—four adults and two teenage is a vital lifeline in growing Oman's economy with each kids, still finds time for family and personal hobbies new destination launched ushering new opportunities for whenever he can. trade, business, and tourism prospects for Omanis. On weekends, he prefers to spend his time with his “It feels great,” shared Al Musafir with Air Cargo family enjoying the sun, sand and the sea dotting Oman's Update when asked how it feels to see the airline which he beautiful coastlines. has been serving since 1996 make leaps and bounds in “I don't have so much free time to be honest. I spend my such a short time in the global aviation industry. weekend with the family. We go for picnic and enjoy the “We started with domestic flights. Then flights to Dubai sea. Oman is a beautiful country with beautiful beaches. and India were launched. Now we're flying almost And whenever we have an opportunity, we go out as a everywhere. It's a success story. It connects Oman to the family,” shared Al Musafir who is highly regarded in the world. We are hoping that the airline will grow further and business for his hard work and innovative business fly to more destinations. Aside from being one of the solutions. major stakeholders in supporting the Sultanate of Oman's Busy as he seems, Al Musafir also finds time to read, National Air Cargo strategy, we are fully dedicated to reflect on each day's events and update himself on the work towards the development and growth of Oman's Air latest developments in the volatile and dynamic air cargo Cargo business by supporting local exports which include industry. GLOBAL NEWS Saudia Cargo draws strength with SkyTeam Cargo alliance at Air Cargo Europe 2019 Saudia Cargo CEO Omar Talal Hariri, left, gets well wishes from another cargo executive. MUNICH, GERMANY: Saudia carriers, the SkyTeam Cargo. We Cargo continues to draw strength believe that joining the team will from its SkyTeam Cargo alliance, further enhance our services to our opting to participate for the first time loyal customers whilst promoting as part of the group instead of having collaboration and solidarity in its own stand at the recently held Air addressing pressing issues in the Cargo Europe 2019. industry,” Omar Hariri , CEO of Saudia At the June 5 welcome banquet Cargo, commented during the event. reception that SkyTeam Cargo hosted Saudia Cargo (Saudia Airlines other major players to optimize at its stand, Saudia Cargo was Cargo Company) has been in the air opportunities and resources. This is a formally introduced as the newest freight industry since 1945. It formally partnership so in return we pledge to member of the world's largest alliance became the 12th member of SkyTeam help the SkyTeam Cargo members of freight carriers comprised of 12 Cargo on April 15, 2019. expand their operations in the Middle major airlines. As SkyTeam Cargo member, Saudia East and elsewhere,” the Saudia Air Cargo Europe is the largest Cargo significantly expanded its trade fair on logistics and air freight, global network with the group having Cargo CEO said highlighting that held from June 4-7, 2019. This year access collectively to more than 900 Saudi Arabia Government envisions the biennial event drew about 2,374 destinations in more than 175 to turn the Kingdom into a global exhibitors from more than 63 countries. logistics and freight hub under the countries, up by 10 percent than in “Saudia Cargo continues to explore Saudi Vision 2030 initiative. 2017. ways that will improve its capacity, This mandate means investing “We're delighted to participate for services and resources. The changing heavily on infrastructure, new the first time at Air Cargo Europe as dynamics in the air freight industry technologies and people as well as part of a global alliance of cargo calls for greater collaboration with forging global industry alliances. Air France KLM Martinair Cargo gets 'FlowerWatch' accreditation SCHIPHOL: Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) became the first airline granted The Netherlands' “FlowerWatch” accreditation—a proof of quality and standardization that all fresh flowers it ships from Nairobi to Schiphol Airport are in good condition. Eric Mauroux, Air France KLM Martinair Cargo's Global Head of Perishables Logistics The Netherlands gave the airline the accreditation at the recently held International Flower Trade Expo (IFTEX) in Nairobi, Kenya. The accreditation is part of the global floriculture industry's efforts for further improvements on the shipments of fresh flowers.
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