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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
DHL Express completes the modernization
14 A330 freighters in total have been added to the regional network, retiring the previous A300-600F fleet This is part of DHL Express's ongoing investment to enhance its network and match operational needs The new freighter fleet, operated and maintained by Air Hong Kong, is exclusively used for DHL Express shipments SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 June 2025 - DHL Express has marked a significant milestone in its Asia Pacific network operations with the completion of its re-fleeting program. With the arrival of its 14th A330 freighter and the retirement of its last A300-600 freighter, DHL Express will now have a newer and modern fleet of A330 freighters operated and maintained by its strategic partner in the region, Air Hong Kong. Operated on behalf of DHL Express by Air Hong Kong, the A300-600F has served DHL Express's Asia Pacific network for the past two decades. It has played a crucial role in providing reliable intercontinental delivery services and contributed to consolidating Hong Kong's position as an international aviation hub. This fleet has successfully transported close to three million tons of express cargo over the years. 'Balancing our customers and operational needs has always been top of mind for us. Our decision to re-fleet aircraft years ago reflects our foresight to invest in ourselves so that we are ever-ready to support our customers,' said Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations & Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express. 'The A300-600F was instrumental to our robust aviation network for many years. As we bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet, we are excited to welcome a new chapter with this new generation of freighters. We are confident that we will continue to deliver excellence in both our service capabilities and sustainability targets.' Compared with the A300-600F, the newer A330F offers greater resilience and reliability for DHL Express's aviation network as it is more fuel efficient, has a longer range of 7,400 kilometers and has 25 percent more payload capacity. With a flexible cargo loading system, larger cargo enhanced floor panel and wide-body fuselage, the A330F can accommodate a variety of pallet sizes and containers, making it more adaptable than the A300F to operate in and cater to different markets. 'The A300-600F has been a stalwart of Air Hong Kong's fleet and an important part of our story for over two decades. Its contribution to not only our business, but to the Hong Kong international aviation hub as a whole, has been considerable and we fondly bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet as we enter this exciting new chapter,' said Air Hong Kong Chief Operating Officer Clarence Tai. 'The new-generation A330F brings with it considerable benefits that will enable us to further enhance our operations and services for our customers, and continue to play an important role in the ongoing growth of Hong Kong's air cargo sector. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, the Cathay Group, our people, our suppliers and our key customer, DHL, for their firm support which has made this re-fleeting plan possible.' Air Hong Kong is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific Airways Limited. Its network has been fundamental to the DHL Express network in Asia Pacific. Hashtag: #DHLExpress #AirHongKong #NetworkOperations #Aviation
The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
DHL Express completes the modernization of its Air Hong Kong-operated fleet to boost Asia Pacific network capacity and fuel efficiency
14 A330 freighters in total have been added to the regional network, retiring the previous A300-600F fleet This is part of DHL Express's ongoing investment to enhance its network and match operational needs The new freighter fleet, operated and maintained by Air Hong Kong, is exclusively used for DHL Express shipments SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 June 2025 - DHL Express has marked a significant milestone in its Asia Pacific network operations with the completion of its re-fleeting program. With the arrival of its 14th A330 freighter and the retirement of its last A300-600 freighter, DHL Express will now have a newer and modern fleet of A330 freighters operated and maintained by its strategic partner in the region, Air Hong Kong. Operated on behalf of DHL Express by Air Hong Kong, the A300-600F has served DHL Express's Asia Pacific network for the past two decades. It has played a crucial role in providing reliable intercontinental delivery services and contributed to consolidating Hong Kong's position as an international aviation hub. This fleet has successfully transported close to three million tons of express cargo over the years. 'Balancing our customers and operational needs has always been top of mind for us. Our decision to re-fleet aircraft years ago reflects our foresight to invest in ourselves so that we are ever-ready to support our customers,' said Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations & Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express. 'The A300-600F was instrumental to our robust aviation network for many years. As we bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet, we are excited to welcome a new chapter with this new generation of freighters. We are confident that we will continue to deliver excellence in both our service capabilities and sustainability targets.' Compared with the A300-600F, the newer A330F offers greater resilience and reliability for DHL Express's aviation network as it is more fuel efficient, has a longer range of 7,400 kilometers and has 25 percent more payload capacity. With a flexible cargo loading system, larger cargo enhanced floor panel and wide-body fuselage, the A330F can accommodate a variety of pallet sizes and containers, making it more adaptable than the A300F to operate in and cater to different markets. 'The A300-600F has been a stalwart of Air Hong Kong's fleet and an important part of our story for over two decades. Its contribution to not only our business, but to the Hong Kong international aviation hub as a whole, has been considerable and we fondly bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet as we enter this exciting new chapter,' said Air Hong Kong Chief Operating Officer Clarence Tai. 'The new-generation A330F brings with it considerable benefits that will enable us to further enhance our operations and services for our customers, and continue to play an important role in the ongoing growth of Hong Kong's air cargo sector. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, the Cathay Group, our people, our suppliers and our key customer, DHL, for their firm support which has made this re-fleeting plan possible.' Air Hong Kong is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific Airways Limited. Its network has been fundamental to the DHL Express network in Asia Pacific.
Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
DHL Express completes the modernization of its Air Hong Kong-operated fleet to boost Asia Pacific network capacity and fuel efficiency
14 A330 freighters in total have been added to the regional network, retiring the previous A300-600F fleet This is part of DHL Express's ongoing investment to enhance its network and match operational needs The new freighter fleet, operated and maintained by Air Hong Kong, is exclusively used for DHL Express shipments SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 June 2025 - DHL Express has marked a significant milestone in its Asia Pacific network operations with the completion of its re-fleeting program. With the arrival of its 14 th A330 freighter and the retirement of its last A300-600 freighter, DHL Express will now have a newer and modern fleet of A330 freighters operated and maintained by its strategic partner in the region, Air Hong Kong. Operated on behalf of DHL Express by Air Hong Kong, the A300-600F has served DHL Express's Asia Pacific network for the past two decades. It has played a crucial role in providing reliable intercontinental delivery services and contributed to consolidating Hong Kong's position as an international aviation hub. This fleet has successfully transported close to three million tons of express cargo over the years. "Balancing our customers and operational needs has always been top of mind for us. Our decision to re-fleet aircraft years ago reflects our foresight to invest in ourselves so that we are ever-ready to support our customers," said Peter Bardens, Senior Vice President for Network Operations & Aviation – Asia Pacific, DHL Express. "The A300-600F was instrumental to our robust aviation network for many years. As we bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet, we are excited to welcome a new chapter with this new generation of freighters. We are confident that we will continue to deliver excellence in both our service capabilities and sustainability targets." Compared with the A300-600F, the newer A330F offers greater resilience and reliability for DHL Express's aviation network as it is more fuel efficient, has a longer range of 7,400 kilometers and has 25 percent more payload capacity. With a flexible cargo loading system, larger cargo enhanced floor panel and wide-body fuselage, the A330F can accommodate a variety of pallet sizes and containers, making it more adaptable than the A300F to operate in and cater to different markets. "The A300-600F has been a stalwart of Air Hong Kong's fleet and an important part of our story for over two decades. Its contribution to not only our business, but to the Hong Kong international aviation hub as a whole, has been considerable and we fondly bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet as we enter this exciting new chapter," said Air Hong Kong Chief Operating Officer Clarence Tai. "The new-generation A330F brings with it considerable benefits that will enable us to further enhance our operations and services for our customers, and continue to play an important role in the ongoing growth of Hong Kong's air cargo sector. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, the Cathay Group, our people, our suppliers and our key customer, DHL, for their firm support which has made this re-fleeting plan possible." Air Hong Kong is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cathay Pacific Airways Limited. Its network has been fundamental to the DHL Express network in Asia #DHLExpress #AirHongKong #NetworkOperations #Aviation The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. DHL – The logistics company for the world DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 400,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world". DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 84.2 billion euros in 2024. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050. DHL
Metro
3 days ago
- Metro
Cabin crew calls on passengers to subdue air rage woman demanding upgrade
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A flight attendant called on passengers to subdue a woman demanding a business class upgrade. The woman refused to take no for an answer as cabin crew refused her demands on board the flight from St Petersburg to Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt. The angry passenger shouted at staff for Russian flag carrier Aeroflot: 'I'm in pain in my butt, I'm in pain in my tits.' She continued: 'I came here. I want my business class.' A clip of the incident on flight SU734 showed her yelling: 'But I need a business class because I was working.' It was also reported that she stripped her shirt on the six-hour flight and threatened to open an emergency exit door of the A330 in protest. Desperate to end her tantrum, the crew turned to other passengers to overpower her. Two beefy men are seen restraining the woman and pushing her back into her seat. According to the Aviatorshchina channel, the scenes reached '18+ content'. It wrote: 'To get to the coveted seats, the passenger began taking off her T-shirt, hoping at least that would work. 'The stewardesses first tried to manage on their own, but the brawler wouldn't give in.' The report added that the woman was subsequently moved to the rear of the plane and then handed to police on arrival. Air rage, aggressive or violent behaviour by passengers, is a frequent problem dealt with by airlines. More Trending It can be caused by several factors, from fear of flying to alcohol abuse. A study by the University of Columbia suggested that inequality between travel classes could be a cause behind some instances of air rage. Some airlines have introduced travel blacklists to ban unruly passengers from flights for a duration of time. For example, on Dutch flag carrier KLM disruptive travellers can be banned from the airline for five years. Metro has approached Aeroflot for comment. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Plane shoots fire from engine mid-flight as it makes emergency landing MORE: Moment cargo ship crashes into Suez Canal port as workers flee MORE: Royal Navy comes within metres of Russian warships in English Channel
The Age
3 days ago
- Business
- The Age
Inside the Qantas nerve centre as war causes traffic jams in the sky
Qantas chief risk officer Andrew Monaghan said escalation of conflict in the Middle East had started to become 'more significant and more frequent' since the attacks by Hamas in Israel on October 7, 2023. 'We're doing things more frequently in terms of risk assessment,' he said. 'There's just more effort that has to go into it because the availability of airspace is limited.' Monaghan said the airline's security experts believed the Middle East was experiencing the most military activity since the 1980s. However, he emphasised that Qantas took a 'conservative risk perspective', and drew on multiple sources of intelligence and information to inform it, while using multi-layered processes to manage situations. A day after the diversions, the integrated operations centre (IOC) is a hive of activity. High winds reduced Sydney Airport to a single-runway operation on Wednesday, causing flight delays due to a halving of aircraft being able to land. Loading Over a 24-hour period, the centre is staffed by about 150 people who work various shifts. Screens line the centre's walls in a room that seems to take up nearly half a floor. All up, the IOC has a 450-strong workforce. Holland, himself an A330 pilot, said the nerve centre for operations was responsible for the game plan for 350 flights each day. 'We take the schedule, and we adjust it given the circumstances on the day. The frontline team then execute that game plan – the flight crew, the cabin crew, the engineers for those 350 flights,' he said. 'We try and set up the game plan as best possible. They go out and execute it, and then we work together to manage any disruption.' A former Qantas A380 captain, Richard Woodward, said situations such as those in the Middle East were often 'very fluid', and any decision to divert was a balance between advice from the IOC and the crew's first-hand knowledge of the situation. 'The IOC will offer a very strong preference about which airfield they would like you to go to because of ground support, accommodation for passengers, engineering capability and whether they can turn the jet around. In an A380, you have to consider alternative airfields and their ability to handle them,' he said. 'It is a joint negotiation with strong advisory from the IOC. The airline will go out of its way to avoid conflict zones.' Woodward, who is also a former RAAF test pilot, said the ultimate decision to divert or take other measures was the captain's under civil aviation regulations. He flew Qantas A380s and Boeing 747s between Australia and London during his decades-long career, which involved avoiding conflicts in Afghanistan, Iraq and Ukraine during his time.
