Asiana Airlines has selected ECS Group as its exclusive global General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) to manage the carrier’s international belly cargo operations, marking a pivotal step in its logistics strategy following the divestment of its freighter fleet.
Effective August 1, 2025, ECS Group oversees sales, reservations, customer service, and ground handling coordination across 33 key locations in nine countries, including Europe, the Americas, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Strategic Collaboration for Global Cargo Growth
With operations spanning over 60 countries and partnerships with more than 100 airlines worldwide, ECS Group brings the scale, expertise, and operational excellence required to enhance Asiana’s cargo performance.
Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group, said:
“We are honoured to partner with Asiana Airlines. Our teams’ expertise and our global network will ensure reliable, efficient, and tailored cargo solutions that support Asiana’s worldwide operations.”
Asiana Airlines’ Belly Cargo Focus
Following its transition to a fully belly cargo model, Asiana Airlines now leverages the underfloor cargo capacity of its passenger aircraft, including the Airbus A350-900, which can carry up to 18 tons of cargo per flight.
The airline is strategically focused on time-critical and high-demand commodities, including:
- Semiconductor components
- Fresh food shipments
- Small express cargo
An Asiana Airlines official stated:
“By combining ECS Group’s global reach with Asiana’s expertise, we will proactively respond to evolving market dynamics while continuing to deliver specialized and systematic cargo services.”
Driving Competitiveness in a Changing Market
This exclusive partnership strengthens Asiana’s competitiveness in the global cargo market by:
Expanding sales and service coverage across major international hubs.
Leveraging ECS Group’s digital solutions and cargo management expertise.
Ensuring seamless integration of belly cargo into global trade flows.
Asiana Airlines’ shift toward belly-only cargo, supported by ECS Group’s global presence, positions the carrier to meet rising demand for e-commerce, technology, and perishable goods logistics with efficiency and consistency.