Air Cargo World News

Bolstering trade links between the U.S. and its global network is a key goal of Emirates SkyCargo. With Emirates’ recent launch of daily passenger service to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and the commencement of daily service to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on March 1, the Dubai-based freight carrier will connect seven North American cities with more than 100 global destinations. read more

After a lengthy investigation by the U.S. Transportation Security Administration, OHL Solutions, formerly ActivAir Inc., has agreed to pay $1 million for failing to screen cargo shipped on passenger aircraft at Indianapolis International Airport and then covering up the violations. Three former OHL employees also face up to five years in prison for their involvement in the conspiracy. read more

ST Aerospace and EADS EFW have agreed to partner with Airbus to develop a conversion passenger-to-freighter (P2F) program for the A330-300 and the A330-200. The first conversions are slated to take off in 2016, according to a statement by EADS EFW. read more

Cathay Pacific and Dragonair experienced a 19.5 percent, year-over-year, decline in cargo carried last month. At the same time, capacity fell by 6.7 percent, year over year. Load factor finished the month at 59.9 percent, a 7.9-point drop. Cargo tonnes flown fell 27.6 percent. Passenger numbers, however, rose 11.9 percent when compared to January 2011. read more