IAG Cargo’s North American operations are set to benefit from the introduction of the next-generation Boeing 787 Dreamliner on two key routes: Philadelphia and Calgary. Businesses wishing to ship goods between these airports and IAG Cargo’s hub at London Heathrow will benefit from the additional capacity afforded by the B787, bringing the total available capacity on each flight to 14 tonnes. One of the most innovative aircraft in operation today, its advanced hold air … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo places B787 on North American routes
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New UPS distribution centre in Calgary
UPS has announced the opening of its new $30 million distribution centre at the Calgary International Airport (YYC), to provide businesses with direct access to the US and international markets. The facility will be central to the continued growth of Alberta's economy, allowing local businesses to tap into global growth markets such as China, India and Mexico, UPS said. "The rise of middle classes in China and India offers great potential to businesses in the Calgary area," said Mike Tierney, … [Read more...] about New UPS distribution centre in Calgary
UPS plans new Calgary express hub
Express carrier UPS plans to open a new distribution center at Calgary International Airport in October, 2009. The company's Canada subsidiary will construct a C$26-million, 150,000-square-foot distribution facility to handle import, export and Canadian domestic shipments. The center will allow UPS to double its package processing capability for growing volume moving through Alberta province. Since 2003, UPS has seen a 60-per cent increase in the volume of orders from the greater Calgary area, … [Read more...] about UPS plans new Calgary express hub