MSC Air Cargo launches inaugural commercial service from Milan through Hong Kong

MSC Air Cargo has celebrated the launch of their inaugural commercial flight that will connect Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Malpensa-Hongkong-Malpensa is scheduled to be operating twice every week. The event marks the beginning of a new age of airfreight logistics, in the context of MSC Air Cargo extends its capabilities and network with the launch of their fifth aircraft MSC-branded under its brand The Boeing 777-200 Freighter (I-MSCA) which is which is operated through AlisCargo Airlines.

A strategic decision to expand its reach within the industry of airfreight SAS Shipping Agencies Services Sarl which is a wholly owned affiliate from MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company SA began the process of acquiring AlisCargo Airlines in August 2023 and was completed a couple of months ago, reaching 100 percent ownership. AlisCargo’s knowledge and capabilities, along with a brand new, state-of-the art Boeing the 777-200 Freighter that will help increase MSC Air Cargo’s dedication to innovation and honor the Italian traditions and heritage of MSC Group. MSC Group.

Jannie Davel Jannie Davel, Senior Vice President at MSC Air Cargo, commented, “The completion of the acquisition of AlisCargo as well as the arrival of the plane are important events for MSC plan for the business of air cargo. We have our own European Air Operator Certificate (AOC) that we have, we can increase the efficiency of our operations and are able to provide better service to our customers base and trade lane. Our goal remains the same – to become a company that is centered around the customer providing specialized and customized solutions that meet the specific requirements of our customers.”

“The 7777 Freighter is the largest long-range, most extensive and powerful twin-engine freighter. We hope for MSC all the success it needs when it begins the very first commercial flight run with AlisCargo Airlines and look forward to many more years of cooperation in the development of its air cargo department” stated Ricardo Cavero, Vice President Commercial Sales & Marketing Europe & Israel the Boeing Company.

The launch of I-MSCA the first allocated new widebody freighter since more than forty years, demonstrates MSC Air Cargo’s dedication to long-term sustainability, performance excellence and increasing its position in Italy. Italian market. The arrival of I-MSCA completes the fleet of five Boeing the 777-200 Freighters known for their energy efficiency which further strengthen MSC Air Cargo’s status as a market leading air cargo logistics company.

Additionally, MSC Air Cargo continues to develop new products, including the announcement of Shipped Pharma, its first specific product. The company plans to obtain CEIV certification in the mid-summer 2024. This latest offering is a perfect example of MSC Air Cargo’s dedication to serve the diverse transport demands of different sectors such as aerospace, automotive and high-tech as well as pharmaceuticals, perishables and much more.


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