China Southern Cargo will become the latest major carrier to join Stansted Airport’s global cargo network when it begins a new service between Guangzhou and Stansted from 20 June. The airline will operate two flights a week, rising to three a week later this year, to Stansted from China’s third largest city, using a B777-200 freighter. The service will be the only direct freighter link between the UK and China and the airport’s first scheduled cargo link to Guangzhou. … [Read more...] about China Southern Cargo begins maindeck to Stansted
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EVA Air signs MOU for four more A330s
EVA Air of Taiwan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airbus for the purchase of four additional A330-300s. EVA Air currently operates a fleet of 29 Airbus aircraft, including 14 A330s and 15 A321s. “We are delighted that EVA Air has renewed its confidence in the A330,” said John Leahy, Airbus chief operating officer, customers. “The unbeatable operating costs and superior comfort levels offered by the aircraft make it the perfect platform for EVA … [Read more...] about EVA Air signs MOU for four more A330s
Qatar commences Doha-Amsterdam flights
Qatar Airways has commenced services between Amsterdam and Doha with the inaugural flight landing at Schiphol Airport on 16 June, welcomed with a traditional water cannon salute. Amsterdam is the airline’s first destination in The Netherlands and its 34th in Europe and will be operated six times per week between with the B787 aircraft. Marwan Koleilat, Qatar Airways chief commercial officer, who led a delegation to celebrate the inaugural flight and was welcomed by Maarten de … [Read more...] about Qatar commences Doha-Amsterdam flights
Lufthansa Cargo adds Natal
The Brazilian city of Natal has been a new destination in the Lufthansa Cargo network since 7 June. Lufthansa’s cargo arm now flies to the “City of the Sun” every Sunday. Achim Martinka, VP The Americas at Lufthansa Cargo, said: “The destination fits right into the existing route to Frankfurt via Viracopos.” Located just a few degrees south of the Equator, Natal is on the north-eastern tip of Brazil and boasts ideal fruit-growing conditions. … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Cargo adds Natal
Garuda reconfirms 60 Beoing aircraft order
Garuda Indonesia announced its intent to purchase 30 787-9 Dreamliners, as well as up to 30 737 MAX 8 airplanes. Arif Wibowo, Garuda Indonesia, president and CEO, said: "The agreement is part of Garuda Indonesia's revitalisation program in order to provide our passengers with the best possible experience with the youngest fleet in the sky and to support the airline's future plan to further expand its network globally. The 787 Dreamliner and 737 MAX are extraordinary airplanes with … [Read more...] about Garuda reconfirms 60 Beoing aircraft order
Garuda signs LOI for 30 A350 XWB
Garuda Indonesia has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Airbus for the purchase of 30 A350 XWB aircraft. Garuda Indonesia plans to use the A350 XWB to develop its medium and long haul network, with the aircraft offering the ability to fly non-stop from Jakarta or Bali to Europe. Arif Wibowo, CEO of Garuda Indonesia, said: “Following our success in revitalising our regional operation in Asia and the Pacific, the development of our long haul network will be a priority in the coming … [Read more...] about Garuda signs LOI for 30 A350 XWB
