TNT boosts China-Europe air freight capacity

TNT is increasing its air freight capacity between China and Europe to meet growing demand. The company is scheduling an additional Boeing 747-400 Extended Range Freighter between China and its European air hub in Liege, Belgium.

TNT will raise its service frequency to six flights per week from Shanghai and five flights per week from Hong Kong.

"Our continuous investment demonstrates TNT's long-term confidence in China and our commitment to enhancing our service capabilities," said Michael Drake, regional managing director of TNT North Asia. "With our integrated air and road delivery capabilities in China and Europe, we are well-positioned to capitalise on the strong trading links between these two trading regions."

Said TNT China managing director Iman Stratenus: "TNT has seen a significant increase in customer demand for freight services between the regions. Our current freighters between China and Europe are operating at full capacity," he said. "The increased dedicated freighter capacity will ensure our customers, especially those in the hi-tech and fashion/lifestyle sectors, become more competitive due to shorter factory-to-market lead times and increased supply chain management efficiency."
(Source:www.schednet.com)