“Planes and cargo are not where they should be, and it will take days or weeks to resolve.” – Xeneta
The average global airfreight spot rate in March increased +7% from the previous month to $2.43 per kg – Xeneta.
Another pax carrier, the E195, is said to be part of the OEM’s E-Freighter programme.
Cape Town International Airport also reported a weekly increase in airfreight.
Minister urges national carrier’s 2 000 employees to work together as a team.
Pretorius cited the disruptions in ocean freight that were occurring due to attacks in the Red Sea, causing vessels to reroute.
The airline will operate these cargo flights using its diverse fleet of aircraft, including the Boeing 767-200F.
The airline will revert to being state-owned after its assets were revalued and found to have grown by R3,1 billion.
Freight capacity to increase further to meet rising export demand in 2024.
When maritime is struggling, shippers quickly shift to air cargo, with rates correlating to ocean freight reliability.
The terminal is among the first North Asian cargo handlers to undergo a rigorous environmental programme.
Investment programme is the largest in the country since preparations for the 2010 Soccer World Cup.
Current trends in airfreight propelled industry-wide demand for air cargo back above pre-pandemic levels in December.
