Atlas Air Takes Delivery of Four Planes for MSC

Atlas Air has announced that it has taken delivery of four Boeing 777-200 Freighters, which it will operate on behalf of its customer Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), as part of a previously announced long-term aircraft, crew, maintenance, insurance (ACMI) agreement.

The four planes will operate for MSC and will complement the existing weekly service for the world’s largest shipping company.

Currently, MSC is offering around-the-world service to airports such as Mexico City (NLU), Indianapolis (IND), Liege (LGG), Seoul (ICN) and Xiamen (XMN).

Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide, said: “Building on the successful launch of MSC’s Air Cargo Solution, we are very pleased to welcome this second 777 delivery as part of our long-term strategic partnership. 

"We expect our remaining two 777 aircraft to be delivered in the fourth quarter.

“We value the trust that MSC has in Atlas Air to support the expanding requirements of their global network, and are excited to leverage our expertise and industry-leading solutions.”

Jannie Davel, Senior Vice President Air Cargo, MSC, said: “The delivery of our second MSC branded aircraft represents another strategic component towards our offering that further connects trade lanes for our customers.

"In partnership with Atlas Air, we have built a solid foundation on which to expand our air cargo solution."

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