Swissport has launched a new facility dedicated to the treatment of temperature controlled goods at Kilimanjaro International Airport. The area of 630 m2 is expected to respond in particular to the increase in exports of products.
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DHL Global Forwarding carried by air cargo in the second quarter of 2026
DHL Global Forwarding recorded an increase in its turnover and profit in the second quarter of 2026, mainly supported by the performance of its air freight business. The company states that it has benefited both...
Air transport: Ivory Coast wants to build on Dubai's model to strengthen the competitiveness of its sector
A delegation from the Directorate-General for Air Transport (DGTA) of Côte d'Ivoire conducted a study mission to Emirates Airlines in Dubai from 18 to 24 July 2026. This visit is part of the development of a strategic plan to improve...
Air freight: demand in Africa grew 4.7 per cent in June, in a global market up 8.5 per cent
African air cargo continued to increase in June 2026, with demand rising by 4.7 per cent compared to the same period of 2025, according to data published on 29 July 2026 by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This...
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Airlines accounts for $9.1 billion in revenue over the 2025/2026 financial year
Ethiopian Airlines recorded a turnover of $9.1 billion at the end of its 2025/2026 fiscal year, according to the results presented on 29 July by its Managing Director, Mesfin Tasew. The company reports having transported 20.7 million...
Air freight: Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo sign an interline agreement to expand their international connections
On 28 July 2026, Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo concluded an interline agreement to extend the possibilities for the transport of cargo via Saudi Arabia. In particular, the partnership must facilitate the access of freight forwarders to new roads and accompany...
Kenya: Aviation workers strike suspended to allow negotiations to resume
The Kenya Aviation Workers' Union (KAWU) suspended the social movement which it envisaged following an agreement with several actors in the sector. Negotiations must now open with airlines and authorities...
Guinea: New private airline expected by June 2027
A new private airline is planned in Guinea. It is expected to begin operations by the end of the first half of 2027, with a fleet of about 10 aircraft. The carrier intends first to develop...
Ghana: Etihad Airways and Africa World Airlines partner to strengthen regional connectivity
Emirati company Etihad Airways and Ghanaian carrier Africa World Airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop their cooperation in the transport of passengers and goods. This partnership, which precedes the launch of the Abu...
Senegal: AIBD recorded 4.3% increase in passenger traffic and almost 18% increase in freight in the first half of 2026
Driven by the increase in European traffic, the dynamism of freight and the increase of passengers both at departure and at arrival, Blaise Diagne International Airport (AIBD) continues to rise. Between January and June 2026, the platform welcomed nearly 1.5...