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Etihad on track for profit

: Latest News; Thursday, 28 April 2011

The UAE's Etihad Airways has had a successful Q1 2011, with revenues up 21.2 per cent to US$770 million after strong cargo and passenger performances.

Qantas, Toll demand airports overhaul

: Latest News; Thursday, 28 April 2011

Australia's Qantas Airways and transport giant Toll have called on the federal government to crack down on the country's "demonstrably excessive" airport pricing practices.

UAE, Vietnam sign bilaterals deal

: Latest News; Thursday, 28 April 2011

The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has signed an air services memorandum of understanding (MoU) and an Air Services Agreement (ASA) with the government of Vietnam, ensuring designated airlines of both parties will benefit from increased scheduled air services.

Finnair to buy cargo airline stake

: Latest News; Thursday, 28 April 2011

Finland's Finnair says it is to buy a minority stake in a new cargo airline - believed to be the US-based Neff Capital Management's new Nordic Global Airlines (NGA) - to complement its current cargo capacity and meet rising demand.

Four cargo carriers okayed for EU

: Latest News; Tuesday, 26 April 2011

The European Union's Air Safety Committee has removed four Indonesian cargo airlines from its 'banned' list. The four are Cardig Air, Republic Express, Asia Link and Air Maleo.

Al Qaeda to launch attacks from Pakistan?

: Latest News; Tuesday, 26 April 2011

A report in Pakistan media says Al Qaeda is planning to attack UK-bound flights from Pakistani airports.

Asia Pacific carriers winners - IATA

: Latest News; Tuesday, 26 April 2011

The head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) says while airlines in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to grow strongly in the next few years, the outlook for European carriers is less rosy.

Expolanka set for IPO

: Latest News; Tuesday, 26 April 2011

Sri Lankan logistic group Expolanka Holdings says its proposed LKR2.4 billion initial public offer (IPO) in May will help it settle debt, boost working capital and expand warehousing.