Turkish Cargo, the rapidly expanding air cargo arm of Turkish Airlines, has inked a significant long-term partnership with Atlas Air Worldwide, a premier global provider of outsourced aviation logistics. This collaboration marks a strategic move in Turkish Cargo’s ongoing efforts to broaden its worldwide service capabilities and enhance its operational efficiency.
Under the terms of the agreement, a Boeing 747-400F wide-body freighter, operated by Atlas Air, will be dedicated to Turkish Cargo’s Istanbul-based operations. Starting this month, the freighter will conduct regular flights to critical destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. This capacity expansion is poised to enable Turkish Cargo to deliver faster and more streamlined solutions to its growing customer base.
Strategic Growth and Enhanced Global Hub Capabilities
“Built on mutual trust and a shared vision with Atlas Air, we believe this collaboration will create long-term value and further strengthen our position within the global logistics ecosystem,” stated Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee.
Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are pleased to partner with Turkish Cargo, a respected leader in the international airfreight sector, and look forward to supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans with our proven track record of performance. This long-term agreement demonstrates the continued demand for widebody freighter capacity and underscores the trust airlines place in Atlas to provide safe, reliable, and efficient operations.”
Through continuous strategic collaborations, investments, and expanded operations, Turkish Cargo is steadfast in its commitment to bolstering its global competitiveness. This partnership with Atlas Air Worldwide further solidifies Istanbul’s pivotal role as a key hub in the international air cargo landscape, offering enhanced connectivity and greater capacity for freight forwarders and shippers worldwide.
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