AirBridge Cargo sign over ground handling to Aviapartner

 

CARGO and ramp handling for AirBridgeCargo Airlines (ABC) from Amsterdam-Schipol will begin from January next year in line with the company's growth strategy for Russia and Asia networks by using Aviapartner Cargo services at the airport.

Aviapartner Cargo will provide loading and unloading of aircraft, pushback and towing, headset, ground power, de-icing, crew transport, freight transfer, flight documentation and planning, crew briefing, weight and balance, load-plan and load-sheet.

Cargo handling will incorporate warehousing, ULD build-up and breakdown, inventory control, documentation for import and export, customs clearance, tracing, and dangerous goods handling. It will also support ABC's specialist requirements for the handling of vulnerable products, live animals and perishables.

This decision is part of the drive to support the next stage of the company's development, said AirBridgeCargo director for Europe, Mideast and Africa Ludwig Hamburger.

ABC sales and operations chief Neil Nagarkar added: We consider Aviapartner the ideal choice to support our development plans and product requirements. I expect continuous measurable quality from a handling partner as well as full dedication in a secured location.

Amsterdam Schiphol operates Boeing 747 freighters from the airport to Russia and Asia, providing direct services to Moscow, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing almost daily and has plans to increase frequencies. AirBridgeCargo has positioned itself as a niche carrier to Russia and through the continued development of high levels of service intends to attract more local and networked support to both Russia and Asia.

Said CEO of Aviapartner Cargo Heath White: This new contract illustrates the longstanding and excellent relationship Aviapartner Cargo has with the Volga-Dnepr Group, ABC's parent. It also confirms our strong quality position in Amsterdam.

Source: Transportweekly