Passengers at Munich Airport can now shop at a self-driving robot thanks to the introduction of “JEEVES service robot”. Munich Airport says the robot was “originally designed for use in the hotel and healthcare sector, a robot of this type is now being used for the first time in the world as a “snackbot” at an airport.” Snackbot “JEEVES”, the …
Leading innovator in 3D LiDAR-Based Spatial AI Software Solutions, Outsight says “it is joining GATE – The Airport Technology Network, an alliance dedicated to fostering innovation and advancement in airport infrastructure.” The GATE Alliance “brings together 95 actors involved in various fields of airport operations management. From consulting and IT to material handling on terminals, This membership marks a significant …
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for the global air cargo markets for January 2024 which shows a strong start. The result was especially positive as “African airlines saw their air cargo volumes increase by 17.0% in January 2024, much improved compared to December’s performance (-1.2%). Carriers in the region benefitted from strong growth on the Africa-Asia …
Ethiopian Airlines Group has launched its “state-of-the-art e-commerce logistics facility” located inside the Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics premises at Bole International Airport. ET says the newly facility “dedicated to e-commerce, mail and courier logistics services is aimed at bridging logistical gaps and positioning Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as the cross-border e-commerce logistics hub for Africa and beyond.” Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO …
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has been voted the “best Air Cargo Operations Handler of the Year at the 13th edition of the Nigeria Aviation (NIGAV) Awards in recognition of SAHCO’s consistent quality Ground Handling service deliveries to her numerous clients.” The NIGAV Award is a celebration of aviation excellence with an objective to unify and create industry harmony. …
Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) pioneer, AutoFlight has “presented the world’s first inter-city electric air-taxi demonstration flight between the southern Chinese cities of Shenzhen and Zhuhai.” This achievement marks the world’s first public flight of an eVTOL aircraft on a cross-sea and inter-city route, spanning across the bay where the Pearl River meets the sea, connecting the two southern …
Frowns at Non release of Final Accident Reports The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the 2023 Annual Safety Report for global aviation which shows that “aviation continues to make progress on safety with several 2023 parameters showing “best-ever” results.” According to the report, there “were no hull losses or fatal accidents involving passenger jet aircraft in 2023. However, …
Etihad Cargo has signed a “strategic partnership agreement with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, for cargo handling services at 12 major international airports in Europe, Scandinavia, North America, India, and Asia Pacific.” Etihad says: “The global award is for a three-year period and will see WFS handling over 150,000 tonnes of cargo annually for the …
Global leader in air transport technology, SITA is “celebrating its 75th anniversary, marking seven and a half decades of groundbreaking innovation, unwavering commitment, and exceptional service to the aviation industry.” Founded in 1949 by 11 pioneering airlines, SITA which has been owned by the air transport industry and driven by its needs since its inception says its “history is one …
The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) latest analysis, reveals “air traffic on most routes had already reached or surpassed pre-pandemic levels by the end of the year 2023”. This is aligned with ICAO’s earlier prediction of “an almost complete recovery of passenger air traffic, namely around 95% of 2019 pre-pandemic levels globally by the end of 2023.” In the first quarter …
