Geneva / Emirates Business Global air freight markets in January has shown a good rise in freight tonne kilometers (FTK) of 2.7 percent compared to January 2015. This continues the improving trend witnessed toward the end of 2015, and is the fastest pace since April of last year, said the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in its recently released data. …

Bloomberg French retailer Casino Guichard-Perrachon SA plans to soon seek second-round bids for its Big C grocery chain in Vietnam, people with knowledge of the matter said. Casino aims to ask for binding offers in the coming weeks, according to the people, who asked not to be identified as the information is private. Japan’s Aeon Co. was among several parties …

Manila / Emirates Business The Philippines, no doubt, is full of vibrant hues and even more colorful people. Azure skies and aquamarine waters are complemented by the bright, sunny personality of Filipinos. Cebu Pacific Air, the Philippines’ largest airline, has unveiled new cabin crew uniforms that are inspired by these unique traits that we do so love about the country. …