http://www.atn.aero/ NEW FREIGHTER ARRIVES IN ABU DHABI TO JOIN ETIHAD CARGO FLEET Etihad Cargo has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777 freighter which will enable the freight arm of Etihad Airways to continue its expansion plans into 2016. The aircraft becomes the 11th freighter in the fleet and will enter commercial service on 1st March 2016. Etihad Cargo announced it would take delivery of the two additional aircraft at the Dubai Air Show last year, and they form part of the US$67 billion fleet order that was made in 2013 for 199 aircraft. The two additional freighter aircraft are valued at US$637 million at list prices and the second freighter is expected to arrive in Abu Dhabi in March. Both new aircraft will come equipped with nine seats allowing Etihad Cargo to carry additional grooms as part of its Sky Stables programme, which supports high value equine movement. They will be the first aircraft in the Etihad Cargo fleet to be equipped in this way. Sky Stables is supervised by dedicated managers, supported by handling teams both in the air and on the ground, with horses currently being moved to destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and the Americas. Kevin Knight, Chief Strategy and Planning Officer for Etihad Airways, said: “The additional freighter gives us the opportunity to expand our specialist cargo services and grow our market share. Over the last year, we have been expanding into South America, Africa and Asia and the new aircraft will enhance capacity and enable us to increase frequency across our scheduled network, but importantly also increase our charter opportunities to growth areas of the world.” During 2015, Etihad Cargo enhanced its global reach by offering bellyhold capacity on Etihad Airways’ six new passenger destinations to cities including Edinburgh, Madrid and Kolkatta. The airline already operates scheduled cargo services to the following freighter-only destinations that include: Hahn, San Juan, Bogota, Guangzhou, Dakar, Douala, Eldoret, Hanoi, Houston, Nouakchott, Sharjah and Tbilisi. In its existing fleet, Etihad Cargo currently operates three Boeing 777Fs, three Boeing 747s and four Airbus A330s. The Cargo division of the national airline carrier of the UAE currently serves 14 freighter-only destinations worldwide from its Abu Dhabi hub and has freighter capacity on Etihad Airways’ fleet of over 100 passenger aircraft. “Since its entry into service seven years ago, the 777 Freighter has been increasingly recognized as the world’s largest and most capable twin-engine freighter,” said Marty Bentrott, senior vice president for Sales, Middle East, Russia and Central Asia, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. “We are proud to have the 777 Freighter play a key role in Etihad Cargo’s fleet as it continues to strengthen and expand its cargo operations around the world." The Etihad Cargo division generates over US$1 billion in revenue annually and reported strong cargo volumes for 2015, with 592,090 tonnes of freight and mail flown in total, a four per cent increase over 2014’s figures. The cargo division also accounted for 88 per cent of cargo imports, exports and transfers at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Established in 2004, Etihad Cargo is the fast growing cargo division of Etihad Airways. From its hub at Abu Dhabi International Airport, Etihad Cargo offers its customers a range of cargo services linked to its expanding international route network and aircraft fleet.
http://www.atn.aero/ ICAO clarifies lithium ion shipment restrictions Subsequent to the recent decision by the ICAO Council to prohibit the carriage of lithium ion batteries as cargo on passenger aircraft, the UN aviation agency has issued the following clarifications: Passenger baggage: Lithium ion batteries carried by passengers in their personal electronic devices, whether in their carry-on or checked baggage, are not affected by this new restriction. Passengers must not pack spare lithium ion batteries in checked baggage. Spares must be packed in carry-on baggage or carried on the person. Baggage shipped by air as cargo: Lithium ion batteries may no longer be packed in baggage shipped independently as cargo. Lithium ion batteries in mishandled baggage, or excess passenger baggage shipped as cargo, are permitted so long as they also satisfy the requirements of points 1 and 2 above. Global versus local government and airline requirements: Passengers should verify local government and airline regulations which are set out in order to ensure full compliance with all applicable requirements specific to their voyage. The new prohibition is not voluntary and must be adhered to by all 191 State parties to the Convention on International Civil Aviation (Chicago Convention).
http://www.dailynewsegypt.com/ Aviation Ministry issues invitation to tender for Airport City Minister of Civil Aviation Hossam Kamal issued an invitation to a tender to implement the ministry’s Airport City project in the investment zone surrounding Cairo International Airport. The project—which will be constructed on an area of 187,000 sqm and will be operated under the parameters of the usufruct systems for 40 years—will provided for the establishment of logistical and shipping services in addition to: entertainment, medical, trade, and education centres; a tourism resort; and specialised exhibitions. The project is estimated to cost EGP 80bn. The project is generally aligned with the government’s strategy to promote foreign and domestic investment which it hopes will directly and indirectly create job opportunities, according to Kamal. When the project is completed, Cairo International Airport will be one of the few airports around the world with an investment zone. The planned Airport City will place Egypt among 19 other countries that have constructed similar cities. Other major cities and countries that have pursued similar measures include Singapore, Dubai, Malaysia, the United States, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Germany, and China. The deadline for the submission of technical and financial offers is set for the end of next March, while the contract term for all submitted offers is 40 years.
http://www.atn.aero/ Boost for new European airline association Just shortly after its launch Airlines for Europe (A4E), Europe’s new airline association, announced the first new airline members. Norwegian, Europe’s third largest low-cost carrier based in Oslo, and network airline Finnair based in Helsinki agreed to join A4E and work hand in hand with its founding members Air France KLM, easyJet, International Airlines Group (IAG), Lufthansa Group and Ryanair. “Airlines for Europe is open for business and ready to represent the interests of all European airlines. We will grow our member base over the next months, uniting more European airlines to take forward changes that will increase our competitiveness and result in lower fares and more choice for passengers. I am thrilled to welcome Norwegian and Finnair to A4E”, said Thomas Reynaert, A4E’s Managing Director. Norwegian CEO Bjorn Kjos said: “Norwegian has always believed in healthy competition among airlines to create more choice and lower fares for passengers. But we also firmly believe in an industry where low-cost and network carriers can unite to tackle the many issues we all face together. We are delighted to join Airlines for Europe to add our voice to the important debate about the huge challenges and opportunities our industry faces in the future.” “Finnair looks forward working with A4E to enhance the dialogue with the key European stakeholders. We welcome the initiative to gather European airlines under the same roof regardless of their business model”, noted Pekka Vauramo, Finnair CEO. “Aviation is a significant contributor to the European economic growth and employment. Therefore it is vital that we participate in discussions on issues on common interest concerning our industry.” Thomas Reynaert reemphasised A4E welcoming the European Commission’s Aviation Strategy for a stronger and more competitive European aviation industry but called on the EC to address large scale airport monopolies by removing high charges, taxation and inefficiencies within the aviation supply chain.
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