Avinode has added a cargo booking system to its online business air charter booking system. The system allows cargo brokers, logistic companies and operators to book flights and to view the price and availability of aircraft across Europe and Russia, says the Swedish-based company. Members include Exel Logistics, Air Charter Service and Chapman Freeborn.
Source: Flight International
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