All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Lufthansa Cargo AG will launch a strategic air cargo joint venture on routes between Japan and Europe and vice versa. This is the first worldwide cargo joint venture of its kind. ANA has received antitrust immunity, i. e. approval for the joint venture from the Japanese Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transport after filing for it in spring 2014. In addition, the joint venture has been positively assessed by external counsel for compliance with relevant EU … [Read more...] about Lufthansa, ANA confirm freight JV
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Schenker sues carriers over cargo price fixing
Deutsche Bahn’s logistics subsidiary Schenker has filed a lawsuit against certain air cargo carriers operating in the US market, allegedly claiming damages for illegal fixing fuel and security surcharges for shipments from, to and within the US from 1999 until at least 2006. The complaint was filed in New York federal court against air cargo carriers Air France, KLM, Martinair, Cargolux, Qantas, SAS and All Nippon Airways. All the defendants have entered into guilty pleas and have been … [Read more...] about Schenker sues carriers over cargo price fixing
ANA backs out of Asian Wings stake
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) has dropped its plan to buy a 49 per cent stake in Myanmar airline, Asian Wings Airways, blaming "intensified'' competition in the country as it quickly emerges from years of economic isolation. Asian Wings operates an A321-100 and three ATR72-500s on scheduled flights throughout Myanmar, as well as to neighbouring Thailand. “Competition between new and old airlines in Myanmar has intensified, bringing rapid changes in the external … [Read more...] about ANA backs out of Asian Wings stake
ANA takes delivery of first B787-9 Dreamliner
Boeing and All Nippon Airways (ANA) have celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first B787-9 Dreamliner. ANA will become the world’s first airline to operate both the B787-8 and B787-9 variants of the Dreamliner family when the airline launches B787-9 services on domestic Japanese routes in August. With this delivery, ANA will have 29 B787s in its fleet, more than any other operator in the world. “The 787 Dreamliner is a key element in our growth strategy and … [Read more...] about ANA takes delivery of first B787-9 Dreamliner
All Nippon Airways orders three more B777s
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has ordered three additional B777-300ER aircraft The order, valued at approximately US$945 million at current list prices, will increase the total number of B777s in ANA’s fleet to 57 aircraft, once delivered. “The addition of three new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will further strengthen ANA Group’s long-haul network,” said Shinichiro Ito, president and CEO of ANA Holdings Inc. “The acquisition of our new 777-300ER airplanes will … [Read more...] about All Nippon Airways orders three more B777s
ANA boss complains about government support for JAL
ANA President and CEO Shinichiro Ito questioned whether public aid for bankrupt Japan Airlines distorts Japan's competitive environment. Testifying before a government committee, Ito said JAL's turnaround program is progressing "haphazardly," according to a Nikkei report. JAL is receiving around Â¥900 billion (US$9.6 billion) in government support to ensure its survival as it navigates through a court-monitored bankruptcy restructuring. … [Read more...] about ANA boss complains about government support for JAL
