Cathay Cargo shines: Tom Owen honored as Cargo Operator of the Year!

Cathay Cargo shines: Tom Owen honored as Cargo Operator of the Year!

The air cargo industry has once again celebrated a remarkable achievement: Cathay Cargo representative Tom Owen was named the 2025 ATW Cargo Operator of the Year. This honor underlines the exceptional achievements that the company has achieved in recent years. Owen expressed his delight at the award and highlighted his team's hard work and dedication in contributing to this success. This reports Aviation Week.

The ceremony took place at the 49th Annual Airline Industry Achievement Awards in Istanbul, where Cathay Cargo picked up the award for “Cargo Airline of the Year”. This award recognizes the company's innovation and adaptability, particularly during the operational challenges of 2022. Karen Walker, editor of Air Transport World, explained that the selection was made by a panel of editors and analysts from various leading aviation publications.

Challenges and innovations

Cathay Cargo was recognized for its outstanding approach to growth and innovation during turbulent times. The company has worked hard to revamp its Priority solution and introduced the new Cathay Pharma solution to meet the specific needs of its customers. In addition, digital processes were further developed, including the introduction of the digital booking platform Click & Ship. Loud Cathay Pacific News The Fly Greener initiative for CO2 compensation was also expanded to include freight deliveries.

Another significant step was the opening of a Pharma Handling Center at the Cathay Cargo Terminal in Hong Kong. Cathay Cargo also launched the Cathay Mail service this year to offer improved shipment tracking for postal customers. Frosti Lau, General Manager for Cargo Service Delivery, highlighted the confidence that the award provides to the entire workforce and highlighted the importance of teamwork.

Market position and future prospects

Cathay Cargo's successes are also reflected in the region's market strength. Hong Kong has continued to maintain its status as a leading freight hub in the Asia-Pacific region. Cathay Cargo has also been announced as host of the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2024, bringing together air cargo industry professionals. This shows that the company wants to play a leading role not only in the present but also in the future. For more information about this award and the latest developments at Cathay Cargo, visit the website Cathay Cargo.