ATRAL Aviation (8V, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta) and emirates SkyCargo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand cargo interline options and block space agreements to enhance connectivity and boost reach in Africa.
Astral CEO Sanjeev Gadhia described the step as 'pivotal' in the companies' 15-year commercial partnership, reflecting their shared vision to elevate air cargo solutions to, from, and within Africa, reports Switzerland's ch-aviation.
'Together, we will unlock new opportunities, driving innovation and strengthening global trade connectivity,' he commented in a joint statement.
Emirates SkyCargo's divisional senior vice president, Badr Abbas, noted the growth potential in Africa.
'This partnership with Astral Aviation solidifies our longstanding commitment to the market, creating mutually beneficial economic opportunities to keep goods flowing quickly, reliably and efficiently,' he said.
The Kenyan carrier plans to expand its fleet in 2025. It currently operates one B737-400(SF) on lease from Avmax Aircraft Leasing and one B767-200(SF) acquired in an on a sale/leaseback deal with Avmax.
Mr Gadhia previously told ch-aviation he plans to add one B767-300F by the first quarter of 2025, another B737-400 (SF) in the second half of 2025, and is looking at adding two B737-800 next-generation freighters in 2026 and 2027.
Emirates SkyCargo operates a fleet of ten dedicated B777-200Fs (of which two are currently in maintenance), according to the ch-aviation fleets module. It also wet leases five B747-400 freighters on a long-term basis.
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Astral CEO Sanjeev Gadhia described the step as 'pivotal' in the companies' 15-year commercial partnership, reflecting their shared vision to elevate air cargo solutions to, from, and within Africa, reports Switzerland's ch-aviation.
'Together, we will unlock new opportunities, driving innovation and strengthening global trade connectivity,' he commented in a joint statement.
Emirates SkyCargo's divisional senior vice president, Badr Abbas, noted the growth potential in Africa.
'This partnership with Astral Aviation solidifies our longstanding commitment to the market, creating mutually beneficial economic opportunities to keep goods flowing quickly, reliably and efficiently,' he said.
The Kenyan carrier plans to expand its fleet in 2025. It currently operates one B737-400(SF) on lease from Avmax Aircraft Leasing and one B767-200(SF) acquired in an on a sale/leaseback deal with Avmax.
Mr Gadhia previously told ch-aviation he plans to add one B767-300F by the first quarter of 2025, another B737-400 (SF) in the second half of 2025, and is looking at adding two B737-800 next-generation freighters in 2026 and 2027.
Emirates SkyCargo operates a fleet of ten dedicated B777-200Fs (of which two are currently in maintenance), according to the ch-aviation fleets module. It also wet leases five B747-400 freighters on a long-term basis.
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