News / Cargo area modernisation at LAX at last – a relief for frustrated forwarders

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One of the major gateways for international air cargo is set for a sweeping overhaul of its cargo infrastructure.

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) has invited proposals for the modernisation of its cargo facilities at LA International (LAX).

Other major US gateways like Miami, Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago have made recent upgrades to their cargo infrastructure, or are in the process of doing so, while aspiring second-tier airports like Philadelphia or Pittsburgh are also investing in new cargo buildings.

For forwarders in Los ...