Air France KLM Martinair Cargo and China Cargo Airlines have announced a new hard block space agreement, marking a significant advancement in their partnership. Effective from July 1, 2024, this agreement will enable China Cargo Airlines to utilize Air France’s belly capacity for shipments from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to São Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU).
This agreement builds on a decade-long collaboration between Air France KLM and the China Eastern Group. The partnership began with an interline agreement and evolved into joint handling operations at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), where Air France KLM is handled by China Cargo Airlines. The success of these initiatives has laid a strong foundation for the new block space agreement.
Adriaan de Heijer, Executive Vice President of Air France KLM Cargo, stated, “This new step signifies a deeper partnership and highlights our shared commitment to enhancing our range of services. By capitalising on our extensive networks, we can provide even greater benefits to our customers. I look forward to the synergies we can generate together.”
Wang Jianmin, President of China Cargo Airlines, echoed these sentiments, saying, “In the face of increasing challenges in the air cargo market, we are committed to building stronger and deeper partnerships. This step with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo is a significant move towards expanding our aviation network and enhancing our air logistics market. Together, we will provide safe and efficient services to global customers.”
This new agreement underscores the ongoing commitment of both airlines to improving service offerings and expanding their global reach, providing enhanced logistics solutions to their customers.