Cargo operator Silk Way West Airlines is expanding its international network with an order for five of Boeing’s 777 freighters, as it looks to meet the growing cargo demand around the globe. The deal marks the first purchase of the long-range twin-engine widebody freighter in the Caspian region and Central Asia. “This deal is an incremental part of our fleet renewal and our commitment to meet our customers' expectations. I am confident that the acquisition of new freighters will further … [Read more...] about Azerbaijan-based cargo airline orders five B777Fs
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Silk Way West kicks off SIN, KMQ with new B747-8F
Azerbaijan-based Silk Way West Airlines has taken delivery of its third B747-8F (with two more on order) with the carrier saying it will use the new freighter to launch services to Singapore (SIN) and Komatsu (KMQ) in Japan. Komatsu is a major manufacturing centre for construction equipment and woven fabric, including carbon fibre used in an increasing number of industries like automotive and aerospace. Luxembourg-based Cargolux also operates into Komatsu with B747-400Fs. Silk Way West's … [Read more...] about Silk Way West kicks off SIN, KMQ with new B747-8F
Panalpina adds cargo calls in Baku
Swiss-company Panalpina is adding calls in Azerbaijan's capital, Baku. Scheduled charters that are operated by Silk Way West Airlines and fly between Luxembourg and Shanghai now call in Baku four times per week. Silk Way deploys 747-8 freighters, which are particularly well-suited for the transport of outsized oil and gas equipment and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals. Silk Way West Airlines’ forthcoming service mentality has prompted Panalpina to extend its cooperation with … [Read more...] about Panalpina adds cargo calls in Baku
Silk Way receives two Boeing 747-8 freighters
Azerbaijan-based cargo carrier Silk Way has taken delivery of its two new Boeing 747-8 freighters. The two aircrafts were delivered last week. Both new 747-8 Freighters will bring new levels of efficiency to Silk Way. "We strive to be a successful and profitable cargo operator by investing in our fleet and our services, and by continuing to increase our regional and international footprint," said Zaur Akhundov, president, SW Holding, parent company of Silk Way Airlines."The … [Read more...] about Silk Way receives two Boeing 747-8 freighters
