Finnair Cargo has expanded its network through
an innovative freighter sharing deal with IAG Cargo.
The route will be operated by an A300-600
cargo freighter, which will fly between London and Helsinki.
The freighter, which has a 43 ton capacity, will
fly twice a week and provides Finnair with the ability to easily
route cargo through London. This deal benefits customers by
significantly improving connectivity between Asia Pacific, Europe
and the Americas.
Antti Kuusenmäki, VP, Head of Finnair Cargo,
said, “We are happy to announce the opening of our third hub in
London, which is continuing the home market expansion we
successfully started by establishing the Brussels hub three years
ago. This partnership with IAG Cargo offers our customers
considerably improved connections between Asia and the UK, and
adds tens of new great connections between our Nordic home market,
North America and Asia.”
Steve Gunning, CEO of IAG Cargo, added,
“With Finnair’s excellent reach into Asia and our strength in the
Americas, this deal will open up new markets for our customers
while supporting the responsible management of capacity on our
network.”
London becomes Finnair's third cargo hub in
Europe in addition to Helsinki and Brussels.
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