STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has placed a firm order with Airbus for five more A350F freighters. This doubles an initial order from the airline last year for five of the all-new cargo aircraft. The A350F fleet will be operated by STARLUX Cargo on some of the world’s busiest freight routes. “The cargo market is set to become a key element in our business model and will benefit from the advantages offered by Taiwan’s geographical location,” said STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai. “The A350F is the perfect … [Read more...] about STARLUX orders five more A350F freighters
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Cargo up 35 percent for Taiwan’s airlines in March
Taiwan-based airlines saw cargo volumes soar in the double digits in March, even as passenger demand stayed weak. Taiwanese carriers reported a combined volume of 233,523 tonnes for the month, representing a 35 percent jump year-on-year. China Airlines’ cargo volume jumped 26.7 percent to 154,095 tonnes, whilst Evergreen subsidiaries EVA Air and Uni Airways saw cargo up 52.5 and 55.5 percent, respectively. Mandarin Airlines was up 26.7 percent in March, whilst Daily Air saw cargo volume … [Read more...] about Cargo up 35 percent for Taiwan’s airlines in March
STARLUX Airlines turns on IBS Software’s iCargo to manage cargo business
Taiwan’s startup carrier STARLUX Airlines has deployed IBS Software's iCargo platform to manage and operate its entire cargo business. The iCargo management platform was implemented ahead of the launch in January 2020, which saw maiden flights to Macau, Penang and Da Nang with three A321neo aircraft. Whilst Covid-19 has significantly impacted passenger flights hurting the belly capacity, STARLUX Cargo has been ramping up quickly during this difficult time. After a rigorous evaluation … [Read more...] about STARLUX Airlines turns on IBS Software’s iCargo to manage cargo business
