Cargo

6th June 2022; India : IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), touched down in Dallas and Washington DC on 1st June 2022 from Madrid Barajas airport, marking the inaugural routes with the welcoming of a water cannon salute to commemorate the significance of both new routes. The new routes will be utilising the belly capacity of an Iberia Airbus A332 aircraft, four times a week from Madrid Barajas airport, with the capacity to hold c. 20 tonnes of cargo. These two new routes add to over 120 weekly connections between Spain and the USA, with flights already departing twice a day to New York and Miami from Madrid. The additional routes act as a gateway to other American destinations by truck. Pravin Singh, Vice President Commercial, Americas at IAG Cargo commented: “It is always exciting to see IAG Cargo launch a new route, so two new routes between Madrid and the USA is even better and provides our customers with further opportunities to move their cargo between the regions. The launch of the new routes between Madrid and Dallas and Madrid and Washington DC highlights IAG Cargo’s commitment to offering our customers accessibility into new markets and expanding our wide-body network across the globe.” IAG Cargo continues to strengthen its presence in the West now offering 8 destinations into the USA from Madrid including New York, Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, Washington DC, Dallas and San Francisco. Popular commodities transported between the regions include electronic parts and textiles, as well as industrial goods and machinery.

India, August3, 2021: DHL Express and Eviation, the Seattle-area based global manufacturer of all-electric aircraft, announced the first order of 12 fully electric Alice eCargo planes from Eviation. With this engagement DHL aims to setup an unparalleled electric Express network and make a pioneering step into a sustainable aviation future. Eviation’s Alice is the world’sleading fully electric aircraft, which enables airlines – both cargo and passenger – to operate a zero-emission fleet.Eviation expects to deliver the Alice electric aircraft to DHL Express in 2024. “We firmly believe in a future with zero-emission logistics,” says John Pearson, CEO of DHL Express. “Therefore, our investments always follow the objective of improving our carbon footprint. On our way to clean logistics operations, the electrification of every transport mode plays a crucial role and will significantly contribute to our overall sustainability goal of zero emissions. Founded in 1969, DHL Express has been known as a pioneer in the aviation industry for decades. Wehave found the perfect partner with Eviation as theyshare our purpose, and together we will takeoff into a new era of sustainable aviation.” “From day one, we set an audacious goal to transform the aviation industry and create a new era with electric aircraft,” said Eviation CEO Omer Bar-Yohay. “Partnering with companies like DHL who are the leaders in sustainable e-cargo transportation is a testament that the electric era is upon us. This announcement is a significant milestone on our quest to transform the future of flight across the globe.” The aircraft is ideal for feeder routes and requires less investment in station infrastructure. The Alice can be charged while loading and unloading operations occur, ensuring quick turnaround times that maintain DHL Express’ tight schedules.

July 5, 2021- Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI)Aviation Group has agreed to establish a passenger to freighter conversion site to convert the Boeing 737-700/800 with Atitech company, at Atitech’s leading MRO center in Naples, Italy; this, following the rise in demand for cargo aircraft of this model. The cargo conversion site in Italy will join two existing cargo conversion sites in China. Atitech MRO is a global company with extensive experience in aviation and is certified by the Federal Administration Agency (FAA Part 145) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA Part 145). The MRO center will supply solutions in maintenance and aircraft renovation, converting passenger aircraft to cargo configuration. In addition, it will provide training and support in licensing and registration. The establishment of the center is a testament to IAI’s growing impact around the world. President of Atitech, Gianni Lettieri said, “By signing this contract with IAI we will restart the high-tech activity done when the North Capodichino Plant, today Atitech, belonged to Aeronavali Venice and specialized in conversion of DC8-DC10-MD10-MD1. I am personally glad to see Atitech expanding its services portfolio with this new very high-tech product, in line with the strategy of the company targeting to make the Italian National MRO (Polo delleManutenzioni). Freighter conversions require huge investment, advanced technology, and skilled personnel, with high barriers to entry in the sector.Atitech, possessing all the above and the know-how to retrofit Boeing’s passenger aircraft, looks forward to building support and cooperation with IAI.Based on its world-class MRO infrastructure, Atitech will convert in parallel, two aircraft, in a nose to tail lines contributing to strengthening the competitiveness of the Italian aviation industry.” Executive VP of IAI and General Manager of Aviation Group, Yossi Melamed, said: “Establishing the first cargo conversion site in Europe is a historical step for IAI. The company started its path almost 70 years ago as a maintenance house for airplanes, since then IAI has become a world-leading name in converting passenger aircraft to freighters. Today, IAI’sconverted freighter aircraft serve the world’s largest cargo companies, and most of the e-commerce market. Atitech MRO was selected as a business partner to provide a solution to the European market among other markets as well. I feel confident the collaboration between these companies will mutually contribute toIAI and Atitech business.” ( News Based on Press Release shared by IAI).

25th June 2021, Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh After a long wait domestic air cargo terminal at Rajahmundry Airport in Andhra Pradesh got finally commissioned on 25th June 2021. Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), the national aviation regulator issued the security clearance to operate the cargo terminal at the airport. The air cargo terminal will be operated by AAI Cargo Logistics & Allies Services Company Limited (AAICLAS) , a Subsidiary of Airports Authority of India. Initially, IndiGo airlines will handle Cargo operations to various destinations from Rajahmundry Airport. On the first day of its operation, consignment of 5000 doses Covid-19 Vaccine (Covaxin) were received as first Inbound cargo from Hyderabad and auto spare parts as first outbound cargo booked for Hyderabad. This Cargo Terminal will help to boost the economy of Trade and Industry of East & West Godavari Districts of Andhra Pradesh. Mr. Manoj Kumar Nayak, Airport Director, Rajahmundry Airport said, “This cargo terminal will help in boosting up of trade & industry further enhancing the overall economy of East & West Godavari Districts. It will provide direct benefit to the local farmers as well as generate avenues for the direct / indirect employment in the region. In addition, it will generate revenue for AAI as well as AAICLAS. Mr. Manoj Nayak further added, “Due to strategic location of Rajahmundry Airport, the new cargo terminal will facilitate convenient transfer of various perishable and non-perishable cargo all accross India”.