International federation sounds US airspace warning

David Cockroft The ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) today warned that the operation of the USA’s National Airspace System is being put in danger by compulsory furloughing (being put on involuntary leave) of Federal Aviation Administration air traffic control staff. The furloughs...

April 24th, 2013 | Aviation | Read More

U-FREIGHT handles ultra-long load

U-Freight Group (UFL) brand, Dalian China Express International Transportation has handled the shipment of very long cargo through Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) that required airport authorities to temporarily remove a length of handrails to allow the safe handling of a very...

April 8th, 2013 | Aviation, Trade and Commerce | Read More

Africa civil aviation unions set priorities

Delegates at Africa civil aviation conference, March 2013 5 April 2013 – Delegates at the ITF Africa civil aviation conference on 14-15 March 2013 in Lagos, Nigeria discussed the increasing instability and fragmentation of the industry and unanimously backed the International Civil Aviation Organisation...

April 5th, 2013 | Aviation, ITF | Read More

ITF to warn LATAM unions over Chile national airline sackings

The ITF HQ’s in London The ITF has today (4 April) expressed its condemnation of dismissals at Chile national airline LAN, which merged with Brazilian TAM Airlines in December 2011 to form LATAM Airlines Group (LATAM). In a letter to LAN senior vice president human resources Emilio del Real Soto,...

April 4th, 2013 | Aviation, HR, ITF, News | Read More

UK freight forwarders count on Chancellor to deliver on Wednesday

London – The trade association for UK freight forwarders says that this week’s budget must be a business-focussed budget if the Chancellor is to be taken seriously about getting the UK economy moving again. The British International Freight Association (BIFA) has said its members are...

March 19th, 2013 | Associations, Aviation, Liner Shipping and Trade, Logistics, Politics and Government, Trade and Commerce | Read More

Iberia unions face down Walsh

Commenting on the deal reached by Spanish unions with Iberia that has headed off the need for a third wave of strikes, ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) civil aviation secretary Gabriel Mocho said: “We are glad to see the airline accept the phased restructuring deal that was on offer...

March 18th, 2013 | Airline Industry, Aviation, Disputes, ITF, Strikes | Read More

New proposals for air passenger rights announced

The obligations of carriers to provide assistance and compensation to passengers in the event of delay, denied boarding and cancellation of flights has been a topic of much contention in recent years. Indeed, since Regulation 261/2004 (the Regulation) came into force in 2005, carriers have struggled...

March 15th, 2013 | Aviation, Legal | Read More

ITF sounds aviation ‘flags of convenience’ warning

The ITF HQ’s in London The ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) is to deliver a warning about the growth of ‘flags of convenience’ in aviation to the sixth ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Air Transport Conference in Montreal, which begins on Sunday. ITF...

March 15th, 2013 | Aviation, ITF, News | Read More

Global agreement on trade facilitation will spearhead economic recovery and safeguard jobs

International agreement on trade facilitation can spearhead a sustainable, long-term recovery in the global economy, says the Global Air Cargo Advisory Group (GACAG). It says an agreement among World Trade Organization (WTO) members would represent a tangible outcome from the stalled Doha Round of trade...

March 7th, 2013 | Associations, Aviation, Organisations, Politics and Government, Trade and Commerce | Read More

Space tourism gets ready for lift off

Mon 04 Mar 2013 – Space is the final frontier for hundreds of high net worth individuals seeking the ultimate tourist thrill. However, as industry delegates to a symposium held at Lloyd’s heard, some risk issues remain unresolved. Suborbital flight – flying higher than 100km above sea level...

March 4th, 2013 | Aviation, Holidays, Legal | Read More

Spanish and British workers join in rejecting Walsh’s Iberia cuts

Spanish and British workers join in rejecting Walsh’s Iberia cuts Iberia workers beginning their second phase of industrial action today are being supported by their international colleagues. As they kick off a week of demonstrations in Spain they will be joined by delegations from unions supporting...

March 4th, 2013 | Aviation, ITF, Labour Disputes, Strikes | Read More

ILO civil aviation forum opens way for regular social dialogue

David Cockroft 1 March 2013 – The ILO has reported that its tripartite meeting on civil aviation concluded with a call for a “sustainable civil aviation industry” as a “common goal for governments, employers and workers” and noted that to achieve this goal “the industry needs a sustainable...

March 1st, 2013 | Aviation, Conferences, Seminars, Forums, ITF | Read More

ITF blames Walsh for Iberia strike

An Iberia Airline’s jet 25 February 2013 – The ITF has put the blame on Willie Walsh for the start of a series of strikes by Iberia workers in defence of their jobs. Willie Walsh is CEO of IAG, the parent group of Iberia and British Airways. ITF civil aviation secretary Gabriel Mocho...

February 26th, 2013 | Airline Industry, Aviation, Breaking News, Jobs, Labour Disputes, Strikes | Read More

Iberia strike latest: ITF comment

The ITF HQ’s in London The ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) has issued the following comment on the first phase of the strikes called by Iberia workers in defence of their jobs. Speaking from the ILO (International Labour Organization) aviation global dialogue forum in Geneva,...

February 22nd, 2013 | Aviation, ITF, Labour Disputes, Strikes | Read More

ISS warns of impact on crew logistics services following major strike by Iberia airlines

Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS), the world’s leading maritime services provider, is warning of a likely impact on crew logistics services in all Spanish ports after the main unions for Iberia airlines called a five day national strike in Spain from 18th February to 22nd February. It is anticipated...

February 19th, 2013 | Aviation, Labour Disputes, Logistics, Marine Equipment Products and Services, Ship Agencies, Strikes | Read More

ITF comment on management change at Air Pacific

13 February 2013 – The ITF has echoed the Fiji Trades Union Congress’s welcome for the news that the CEO of Fijian national airline Air Pacific is to step down. ITF civil aviation secretary Gabriel Mocho commented: “The departure of CEO David Pflieger is about more than just reversing the damage...

February 13th, 2013 | Aviation, ITF | Read More

Aviation History takes off thanks to David Turner

Freight forwarder, Davies Turner has undertaken a project shipment operation to deliver vintage British aircraft parts discovered in a domestic garage in Dorset to South Africa as part of an ambitious project to rebuild two classic post-War British fighter planes. The movement of de Havilland...

January 29th, 2013 | Aviation | Read More

Across Europe pilots and cabin crew walk out for passenger safety

22 January 2013 -Pilots and cabin crew across Europe will ring the alarm bell against the new European flight duty time rules. Under the motto ‘Walkout for Safety’ the action will include simultaneous demonstrations at major European airports, handing over of a Safety Petition with approximately...

January 22nd, 2013 | Aviation, ITF, Labour Disputes | Read More

Shipping meets space as DLR and GL expand their strategic cooperation agreement.

Dr Pierre C. Sames, Senior Vice President Research and Rule Development of GL and Dr. Dietmar Heyland, Deputy Head of DLR Technology Marketing , DLR sign the agreement. Hamburg/Germany, 22 January 2013 – The German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Germanischer Lloyd (GL) have renewed and expanded their...

January 22nd, 2013 | Aviation, Classification Societies | Read More

More Turkish airline workers reinstated after labour court order

Turkish aviation workers have won another legal victory against Turkish Airlines (THY) following the unfair dismissal of 305 workers in 2012. On 25 December 2012 a total of 13 maintenance, repair and overhaul workers of THY’s Turkish technic operations won their reinstatement cases. The workers...

January 3rd, 2013 | Aviation, Labour Disputes | Read More

Two hundred days on the picket line in Turkey

Protest against the sacking of the 305 workers 13 December 2012 -Dismissed aviation workers in Turkey are marking 200 days of picket line protest this Friday as their resolute campaign to win their jobs back continues. The 305 workers, who were employed by Turkish Airlines, are continuing their battle...

December 14th, 2012 | Airline Industry, Aviation, HR, ITF | Read More

HSH Nordbank refinances Newcastle Airport

HSH Nordbank closes second European airport finance deal within four weeks HAMBURG/KIEL HSH Nordbank is acting as one of the mandated lead arranger to pro-vide Newcastle Airport with approximately EUR 62 million to refinance existing bank liabili-ties. Ahead of this HSH Nordbank supported the airport’s...

November 26th, 2012 | Aviation, Finance | Read More

ASL acquires TNT Express’ Airlines

Yesterday ASL Aviation (ASL) reached an agreement with TNT Express NV (TNT Express) for the acquisition of 100% of the equity interest in TNT Airways SA (TAY) and Pan Air Lineas Areas SA (PNR). The transfer is conditional on and will become effective immediately prior to the completion of the proposed...

November 16th, 2012 | Aviation | Read More

EasyJet CEO to speak at WTM 2012

Carolyn McCall is joined by Birds Eye boss and Saatchi & Saatchi executive as part of new WTM Talk Business Series EasyJet Chief Executive Carolyn McCall OBE will headline World Travel Market’s new Talk Business Series on Thursday 8 November. McCall will be the first of three senior business leaders...

September 13th, 2012 | Aviation, Conferences, Seminars, Forums, Tourism | Read More

HFW continues investment with Middle East developments

Hugh Brown. Holman Fenwick Willan is delighted to announce several key developments to its Middle East practice in support of its ongoing investment in and commitment to the region. Hugh Brown has taken over from Edward Newitt as Managing Partner of the Dubai office. Hugh, who has been a senior Admiralty...

June 14th, 2012 | Aviation, Legal, Marine Insurance | Read More