Atlas Air Enhances Partnership with YunExpress, Adds Second Boeing 777 Freighter for Expanded US-China Routes

Atlas Air, a key player in global aviation logistics under Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, has announced a significant expansion in its strategic partnership with YunExpress, a notable entity of Zongteng Group. This collaboration is set to grow with the introduction of a second Boeing 777-200 freighter, solidifying a long-term charter agreement between the two companies.

Strengthening the already successful alliance, this addition will see the new 777 freighter servicing YunExpress starting in April, operating six weekly flights that bridge China and the United States. This expansion is aimed at bolstering YunExpress’s international logistics capabilities, especially catering to the surging demand for cross-border e-commerce shipments originating from China.

“We are delighted to expand our strategic and long-term partnership with YunExpress,” said Michael Steen, Chief Executive Officer, Atlas Air Worldwide. “Cross-border e-Commerce is driving significant demand for Atlas’ dedicated large widebody freighter capacity. Through our partnership with YunExpress, we are strengthening our position as the preferred supplier of dedicated airfreight capacity to leading players in the e-Commerce industry. Atlas has unmatched global operating capabilities and high-quality solutions that power our customers’ global supply chains.”

Wang Zuan, President of Zongteng Group, stated: “Last December, YunExpress, in collaboration with Atlas, launched charter service between Xiamen, China and Miami utilizing a 777 freighter, which has been operating with solid performance. The signing of this new long-term agreement further deepens and strengthens the strategic partnership between us. Through YunExpress, we aim to meet the growing demand for airfreight capacity between China, Europe and North America. Looking ahead, we aim to further expand routes and fleet size to provide customers with more convenient and diverse global transportation options, ensure supply chain resilience, and support the steady development and growth of our customers’ international businesses.”

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Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings