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Undeclared dangerous goods dominate reported #aircargo incidents as #IATA warns screening alone cannot solve the threat. Rising #ecommerce and #lithiumbatteries risks are putting greater responsibility on shippers, #freightforwarders, handlers and airlines across global supply chains.
IATA Warns Cargo Screening Alone Cannot Stop Dangerous Goods Threat
Undeclared dangerous goods dominate reported #aircargo incidents as #IATA warns screening alone cannot solve the threat. Rising #ecommerce and #lithiumbatteries risks are putting greater responsibility on shippers, #freightforwarders, handlers and airlines across global supply chains.
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September 25, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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The rollout of new #CargoWise pricing by #WiseTechGlobal has sparked a search for software alternatives among #freightforwarders, as the industry weighs the costs of #market dominance against the risks of #digitization. #maritime #logistics
WiseTech Global Chief Rejects Cash Grab Claims as New Pricing Disrupts Forwarders
The rollout of new #CargoWise pricing by #WiseTechGlobal has sparked a search for software alternatives among #freightforwarders, as the industry weighs the costs of #market dominance against the risks of #digitization. #maritime #logistics
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January 27, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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Denmark’s business minister wants his agency to get tougher on freight forwarders using Russian railways, which, while legal, are indirectly funding Russia’s war in Ukraine. Click below to read more!

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November 22, 2024 at 3:49 PM
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cargoone, a leading digital platform for air freight bookings, has rolled out a major update featuring AI-driven automation and smart workflows. .

#cargoone #Aircargo #airfreight #AI #freightforwarders
cargo.one upgrades platform with AI and smart workflows
The new tools are designed to simplify the entire quoting process for freight forwarders, from initial customer emails to quotes won and booked.
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July 22, 2025 at 7:23 AM
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#Breeze, an embedded cargo insurance platform, has introduced Quote AI Autofill, an #Artificialintelligence (AI)-powered feature that streamlines the insurance quoting process by minimising manual data entry for freight forwarders.

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AI powers faster cargo insurance quotes at Breeze
Breeze has launched an AI-powered quoting tool that automates cargo insurance data entry, making coverage faster and easier to secure.
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June 23, 2026 at 4:51 AM
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The number of containers ending up in the wrong port has risen 10 times over in recent months, with the war in the Middle East the most likely explanation
Huge jump in boxes offloaded at wrong port as Hormuz fighting hits UK economy
‘When you book a container with a shipping line, it doesn’t go on a journey, it goes on an adventure,’ claims freightforwarders’ trade association
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August 7, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Chapman Freeborn launches an internal #ICS2 declaration service for #AirCargo entering or transiting Europe. The capability helps #FreightForwarders and shippers manage mandatory security filings, with James Gilliard highlighting support for urgent cargo movements and compliance.
Chapman Freeborn launches ICS2 service to streamline European cargo declarations
Chapman Freeborn launches an internal #ICS2 declaration service for #AirCargo entering or transiting Europe. The capability helps #FreightForwarders and shippers manage mandatory security filings, with James Gilliard highlighting support for urgent cargo movements and compliance.
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August 10, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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Cathay Cargo has launched Manage Booking, a new feature on its online booking platform that allows freight forwarders to modify bookings directly.

#CathayCargo #cathaypacific #ManageBooking #onlinebookingplatform #aircargodigitalisation #freightforwarders
Cathay Cargo launches Manage Booking for forwarder control
The system introduces a centralised dashboard that provides real-time visibility into booking status across channels.
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April 9, 2026 at 6:50 AM
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Freight forwarders sit at the heart of global trade, navigating geopolitical disruptions, digital transitions, sustainability pressure, and changing customer expectations.

Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/AMW08j5a59Q

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FIATA'S newly elected president Thomas Sim on the future of freight forwarding
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November 29, 2025 at 6:36 AM
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In the rapidly evolving world of air cargo, Octoloop, powered by CargoFlash Infotech, is revolutionising the air freight booking process.

#Octoloop #CargoFlash #aircargo #aircraft #freightforwarders

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“Competition is always welcome, and we embrace it”
Poonam Faridi, Business Head of Octoloop, explains how the platform simplifies air cargo booking.
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December 16, 2024 at 5:57 AM
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cargoone, a leading digital platform for air freight bookings, has rolled out a major update featuring AI-driven automation and smart workflows.

#cargoone #Aircargo #airfreight #AI #freightforwarders
AI-driven update from cargo.one simplifies quoting process
The new tools are designed to simplify the entire quoting process for freight forwarders, from initial customer emails to quotes won and booked.
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July 22, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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cargo.one, a leading digital platform for air freight bookings, has rolled out a major update featuring AI-driven automation and smart workflows.

#cargoone #Aircargo #airfreight #AI #freightforwarders
cargo.one enhances rate access, automation for forwarders
The new tools are designed to simplify the entire quoting process for freight forwarders, from initial customer emails to quotes won and booked.
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July 22, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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The organisation raised legal, insurance and liability concerns, saying wider consultation is needed before proposed rules take effect on 1 July 2026.

#FIATA #IATA #directairwaybill #DAWB #aircargo #freightforwarders #IFCC
FIATA seeks review of IATA Direct Air Waybill changes
The organisation raised legal, insurance and liability concerns, saying wider consultation is needed before proposed rules take effect on 1 July 2026.
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May 29, 2026 at 11:07 AM
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Air China Cargo, the dedicated air freight subsidiary of Air China, has partnered with cargo_one to make its air freight capacity available on the digital booking platform used by thousands of freight forwarders worldwide.

#AirChinaCargo #cargo_one #freightforwarders #AIpowered
Air China Cargo goes digital with cargo.one partnership
Air China Cargo has partnered with cargo.one to expand its global digital sales reach, giving freight forwarders easier access to its capacity through AI-powered quoting, booking and tracking tools.
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August 27, 2026 at 5:40 AM
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Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services has partnered with CargoAi as part of its digital transformation strategy, enabling freight forwarders worldwide to access real-time rates and eBooking capabilities through CargoAi’s platform.

#EthiopianCargo #CargoAi #Logistics #aircargo #freightforwarders
Ethiopian Cargo partners with CargoAi for digital booking
A new partnership with CargoAi will provide freight forwarders with real-time rates, eBooking and digital interline capabilities across Ethiopian Cargo’s global network.
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September 17, 2026 at 10:50 AM
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WestJet Cargo has appointed AVIAREPS as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in India, giving the company nationwide responsibility for cargo sales, customer engagement and market development.

#WestJetCargo #AVIAREPS #GeneralSalesAgent #cargosales #freightforwarders #internationalairlines
AVIAREPS named WestJet Cargo GSA in India
WestJet Cargo has expanded its presence in India by appointing AVIAREPS as its nationwide GSA for cargo sales and market development.
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September 15, 2026 at 1:10 PM
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The EU CBEC Forum 2026 has concluded in Liege, bringing together more than 850 industry decision-makers, experts and authorities to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities in e-commerce and air cargo.

#EUCBECForum2026 #Liege #freightforwarders #cargoairlines #LiegeAirport
EU CBEC Forum 2026 concludes in Liege
The EU CBEC Forum 2026 brought together 850+ industry leaders in Liege to discuss the future of e-commerce, air cargo, regulations and cross-border logistics.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:20 AM
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Air Canada Cargo has appointed Nicolas Saignat as Senior Director Cargo Sales, Americas, based at its headquarters in Montreal.

#AirCanada #AirCanadaCargo #freightforwarders #aircargo #internationallogisticsorganisations
Air Canada Cargo appoints Saignat to lead Americas sales
The carrier has appointed Nicolas Saignat as Senior Director, Cargo Sales, Americas, tasking him with driving commercial growth, strengthening customer relationships and supporting freight forwarders.
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September 11, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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The Montreal Port Authority has appointed Prakash R. Tulsiani as Senior Commercial Advisor representing the Port of Montreal in India, strengthening the port’s commercial presence in one of its key international markets.

#shippinglines #freightforwarders #importers #PrakashRTulsiani #Asianmarkets
Port of Montreal strengthens India presence with Prakash Tulsiani
Prakash Tulsiani joins as Senior Commercial Advisor to expand trade opportunities and strengthen India ties.
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August 28, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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Riege Software has expanded its partnership with CargoAi to enhance automated airfreight shipment tracking for freight forwarders through its Scope platform.

#RiegeSoftware #CargoAi #airfreight #shipmentvisibility #freightforwarders #AirCargo
Riege, CargoAi boost airfreight visibility
Riege Software and CargoAi expand their partnership to automate airfreight tracking across 260+ airlines, improving shipment visibility and milestone coverage for freight forwarders.
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August 12, 2026 at 12:50 PM
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Chapman Freeborn launches an internal #ICS2 declaration service for #AirCargo entering or transiting Europe. The capability helps #FreightForwarders and shippers manage mandatory security filings, with James Gilliard highlighting support for urgent cargo movements and compliance.
Chapman Freeborn launches ICS2 service to streamline European cargo declarations
Chapman Freeborn launches an internal #ICS2 declaration service for #AirCargo entering or transiting Europe. The capability helps #FreightForwarders and shippers manage mandatory security filings, with James Gilliard highlighting support for urgent cargo movements and compliance.
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August 10, 2026 at 10:01 AM
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Realm Realtime users can now access Breeze cargo insurance during shipment creation, reducing paperwork and speeding up policy issuance.

#Breeze #transportmanagementsystem #RealmRealtime #Oppi #freightforwarders #cargoinsurance #digitalinsurance #shipments #logistics
Breeze, Realm Realtime partner on cargo insurance
Realm Realtime users can now access Breeze cargo insurance during shipment creation, reducing paperwork and speeding up policy issuance.
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July 2, 2026 at 4:52 AM
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ECS Group opens two GSSA offices in Lebanon

#ECSGroup #Lebanon #GSSA #aircargo #perishables #freightforwarders
ECS Group opens two GSSA offices in Lebanon
ECS Group is expanding its presence in the Eastern Mediterranean with the launch of two new offices in Lebanon, effective July 1, 2026, as it strengthens its global general sales and service agent (GSSA) network.
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June 30, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Breeze launches AI tool to simplify cargo insurance

#Breeze #QuoteAIAutofill #ArtificialIntelligence #AirCargo #freightforwarders #cargoshipments
Breeze launches AI tool to simplify cargo insurance
Breeze, an embedded cargo insurance platform, has introduced Quote AI Autofill, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered feature that streamlines the insurance quoting process by minimising manual data entry for freight forwarders.
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June 23, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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Ethiopian Cargo joins Freightos platform for digital booking access

#EthiopianCargo #Freightos #WebCargobyFreightos #digitalfreightplatforms #Africanaircargo #freightforwarders
Ethiopian Cargo joins Freightos platform for digital booking access
Ethiopian Cargo will join the digital booking platform operated by Freightos by the end of March, enabling freight forwarders to access rates, quotes, booking and payment functions across the airline’s global cargo network.
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March 13, 2026 at 5:18 AM