Finnair specialises in passenger and cargo traffic between Asia and Europe, and last year the network airline’s cargo revenue was up by as much as 88.3 percent year on year. In December it had a record month in terms of cargo revenue. Payload Asia talks to Fredrik Wildtgrube, Finnair’s cargo head, to see how business is doing amidst supply chain disruptions, digital transformation and everything in between. Can you give us an overview of your network? What makes this route between Europe and … [Read more...] about Finnair sees positive outlook for cargo towards summer
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Finnair’s first A350 XWB makes its maiden flight
The first A350 XWB for Finnair has completed its first flight in Toulouse. The aircraft will now enter the final production phase including further ground checks and flight tests. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in the coming weeks. Finnair will become the first airline in Europe to operate the A350 XWB and the third operator in the world. Finnair has purchased a total of 19 A350 XWBs and will operate its fleet on premium long haul routes, beginning with services between Helsinki … [Read more...] about Finnair’s first A350 XWB makes its maiden flight
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Finnair to build new cargo terminal
Finnair plans to invest approximately €80 million (US$87.76 million) into a new cargo terminal at Helsinki Airport, near the airline’s technical operations area. Construction of the 377,000-square-foot facility is to begin immediately, with opening anticipated for spring 2017. To accommodate Finnair’s acquisition of the new A350XWB aircraft, the new terminal has been planned to handle approximately 50 per cent more capacity, which the new aircraft is expected to provide … [Read more...] about Finnair to build new cargo terminal
Finnair joins IAG Cargo’s partner programme
Finnair Cargo has become the latest carrier to join IAG Cargo’s innovative Partner Plus programme, through which members agree to interline on each other’s metal on a commercially booked basis. Through this partnership, both IAG Cargo and Finnair are able to deliver enhanced network connectivity to their customers, who will also benefit through confirmed bookings and a higher on-load priority. Steve Gunning, CEO of IAG Cargo, commented: “Our Partner Plus programme is much … [Read more...] about Finnair joins IAG Cargo’s partner programme
Finnair joins IAG Cargo's partner programme
Finnair Cargo has become the latest carrier to join IAG Cargo’s innovative Partner Plus programme, through which members agree to interline on each other’s metal on a commercially booked basis. Through this partnership, both IAG Cargo and Finnair are able to deliver enhanced network connectivity to their customers, who will also benefit through confirmed bookings and a higher on-load priority. Steve Gunning, CEO of IAG Cargo, commented: “Our Partner Plus programme is much … [Read more...] about Finnair joins IAG Cargo's partner programme