IAG Cargo has today announced that it will be launching a new four-times weekly route to Santiago, Chile starting from its winter 2016 schedule. Operated with a British Airways B787-9, the service will offer customers a weekly lift of up to 3,360 tonnes into Latin America. The new route - IAG Cargo’s longest direct route - will make the airline the only carrier to fly direct from its London Heathrow (LHR) hub to Santiago International Airport (SCL). “This new route adds to our expanding … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo to begin London-Santiago service this winter
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IAG Cargo bumps Middle East capacity by 83%
IAG Cargo has today announced plans to enhance its operations in the Middle East. From winter 2016, the carrier will separate its current Abu Dhabi and Muscat service into two flights, and will also split its Bahrain and Doha service. These four separate services will inject an additional 83 per cent capacity for IAG into the region. Flights to Muscat will operate five times a week, while services to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain and Doha will operate on a daily basis. The next generation B787-9 … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo bumps Middle East capacity by 83%
IAG takes a hit on cargo in Q1, but remains positive
IAG Cargo has today announced its Q1 2016 results, reporting commercial revenue of €262 million over the period from 1 January to 31 March 2016, a decrease of 1.5 per cent compared to 2015. Adjusting the prior year's figures to reflect a directly comparable operation, commercial revenue decreased 8.6 per cent versus last year at constant exchange. Challenging market conditions continue, on a like-for-like basis IAG Cargo’s volumes were down 1.8 per cent, while yields decreased 6.9 per … [Read more...] about IAG takes a hit on cargo in Q1, but remains positive
IAG cargo extends its reach into South Africa
IAG Cargo has today announced the launch of a new B777-200 Cape Town, South Africa service, set to operate three times a week from London Gatwick from 24 November and continuing through the winter schedule. This route supplements the three times a week A330-300 Madrid-Johannesburg service, due to start 1 August and the existing London Heathrow - Cape Town and Johannesburg services already operated by IAG Cargo. The new Cape Town route brings total flights to the country from both IAG’s London … [Read more...] about IAG cargo extends its reach into South Africa
Kenyan flower growers smelling like roses from North American demand
IAG Cargo is counting on blossoming flower trade for Kenyan growers as Valentine’s Day fast approaches. IAG Cargo said initial initial figures show that flower volumes destined for the US have increased over 50 per cent on last year’s season, with popular destinations including Vancouver and New York. This increase in shipments reflects a wider trend, according to IAG, with increased e-commerce capabilities enabling buyers, particularly in the US, to source flowers directly from farmers, … [Read more...] about Kenyan flower growers smelling like roses from North American demand
IAG Cargo expands its EuroConnector service by 26 stations
IAG Cargo has significantly increased its European network by adding 26 new stations via its Vueling network. A total of 128 European stations are now available on IAG Cargo’s network; giving customers even more point to point connection options. The new stations will open up export to businesses in Europe’s smaller, provincial airports in addition to bigger European hubs. IAG Cargo’s time definite EuroConnector service will allow businesses to ship goods under 300 kilos in, out of and around … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo expands its EuroConnector service by 26 stations
