IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG) has revealed its Constant Climate product has recorded a 22 per cent increase in tonnage in 2024 vs 2023, highlighting the growing demand for temperature-controlled air freight in the pharmaceutical industry. Serving the pharmaceutical, bioscience and healthcare industry, IAG Cargo’s Constant Climate product is a cutting-edge cold chain solution designed specifically for the transportation of pharmaceuticals, such as … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo records constant climate uplift in line with global pharma growth
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IAG Cargo restarts services between London and Jeddah
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has announced the return of its London Heathrow (LHR) and Jeddah King Abdulaziz International (JED) service from 2nd November 2024. The six times weekly service will be operated by a Boeing 787 widebody aircraft and will complement IAG Cargo’s existing connectivity to Saudi Arabia via the ten times weekly London Heathrow (LHR) to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport route. Camilo Garcia Cervera, Chief Sales and Marketing … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo restarts services between London and Jeddah
IAG Cargo partners with Group Concorde as general sales agent in eight countries
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has appointed Group Concorde as its General Sales Agent (GSA) across eight countries. This partnership signifies a major expansion for both companies, aiming to enhance cargo operations and customer service in Cambodia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Australia, and New Zealand. Over the next three months, Group Concorde will seamlessly assume responsibility for cargo sales operations in these key … [Read more...] about IAG Cargo partners with Group Concorde as general sales agent in eight countries
WWG consolidators recognised with top customer award
The WACO System, an exclusive global freight network for independent freight forwarders, appointed WWGC as its member for Pakistan in October 2016. “This achievement reflects the company’s firm stance in the local market, and ensures that WACO members know that they are dealing with a reputable network partner in Pakistan,” said Hassan Madni, Director of Corporate Business Development, WWGC. The accolade comes after a long and rigorous assessment process by IAG Cargo, … [Read more...] about WWG consolidators recognised with top customer award
Qatar Airways bumps up stake in IAG to 20%
Qatar Airways has announced that it now holds a 20.01 per cent stake in International Airlines Group (IAG) effective from 28 July. This follows a 12 July statement that it held, at that time, a 15.67 per cent shareholding in IAG, reiterating that it might consider increasing its stake further within the allowable limits. Non-EU shareholders of IAG including Qatar Airways are subject to an overall cap on non-EU ownership as a result of the requirement for EU airlines to be majority owned by EU … [Read more...] about Qatar Airways bumps up stake in IAG to 20%
Aer Lingus to accept takeover bid from IAG
The BBC has reported that Aer Lingus will be taken over by International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways and Iberia Airlines. According to several news sources, IAG pitched its latest proposal at €2.50 a share, valuing Aer Lingus at about €1.3 billion (approx. US$1.5 billion). The Irish Government owns a 25.1 per cent stake in Aer Lingus, while Ryanair owns 29.9 per cent. If the board accepts the bid the government will have to … [Read more...] about Aer Lingus to accept takeover bid from IAG
