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AVIATION-
#1- UAE’s airline carrier Emirates has joined the Move to -15°C global coalition which aims to set standards for transporting perishable goods, according to a statement. The initiative involves implementing a three-degree temperature change, moving up to -15 degrees centigrade from the standard of -18 degrees centigrade, to cut down on energy consumption in the frozen food supply chain.
Why is this important? Emirates’ cargo arm SkyCargo transports some 900 to 1k tonnes of fresh food per day, with perishables making up its largest business unit by tonnage, according to the statement.
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More about the initiative: Launched last year, the initiative was based on the DP World-led Three Degrees of Change report targeting sustainable solutions in the perishables delivery sector. The coalition will investigate how to apply this research in practice by sharing data, recommending operational changes, working with members and stakeholders, and engaging with policymakers and regulators to raise awareness and promote advocacy.
#2- Rayan Air to lease MRO space at Bahrain International: Florida’s Rayan Air has inked a letter of intent (LOI) with Bahrain Airport Company (BAC) to lease dedicated space at Bahrain International Airport for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities, according to a press release. The agreement will focus on providing specialized maintenance solutions for A320 and B737 fleets, catering to airlines in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the wider Middle East region.
#3- Etihad Airways orders more Airbus planes: The UAE’s Etihad Airways has ordered three Airbus A350 next-generation freighters, bringing its total orders of the A350 to 10, Freight Waves reports. Deliveries are expected in 2026.
We knew this was coming: Etihad Airways was in early discussions in October for a potential widebody aircraft with Boeing and Airbus. The airline was deciding between the Boeing 777x and the Airbus A350.
ICYMI: Etihad’s operating fleet continues to expand, with all six A321NEOs scheduled for delivery in 2024 now operating. The airline’s fleet has increased to 95 aircraft, an increase of 16 aircraft from last year.
DIGITALIZATION-
Egypt to digitalize trade operations: Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) has inked a cooperation agreement with the General Organization for Export and Import Control to boost export and import services to and from the zone via a digital trade platform, according to a statement. The move looks to streamline operations by cutting down on operational costs and time-spent on product inspection.
OTHER STORIES WORTH KNOWING THIS MORNING-
- DP World partners up with SailGP for global smart logistics: DP World has partnered up with SailGP to oversee their annual global racing competition. The firm will provide logistics services across five continents, including sea freight, courier services, and route optimization. (Dubai Media Office)
- Qatar Airways partners up with MASkargo: Qatar Airways has entered into a strategic partnership with Malaysia Aviation Group’s cargo airline MASkargo that will see Qatar Airways Cargo Boeing 777 freighters operate twice weekly to Kuala Lumpur, adding 200 tonnes of capacity. (Statement)
- Japan looks to boost investments in Egypt’s green hydrogen sector: Officials from Egypt’s General Authority for Investments and Freezones met with a delegation from Japan Bank for International Cooperation to discuss how Japan can invest in Egypt’s green hydrogen sector. (Statement).
