CMA CGM AIR CARGO selects ECS Group as GSA
The CMA CGM Group has chosen ECS Group as its exclusive GSA to support the expansion of its new air division, CMA CGM AIR CARGO.
- CMA CGM Group chose Lige as the location for its European base.
- There are also plans to launch new destinations in the US, which will be announced shortly.
March 15, 2021: The CMA CGM Group has chosen ECS Group as its exclusive GSA to support the expansion of its new air division, CMA CGM AIR CARGO. CMA CGM AIR CARGO has operated its first full-freight flight on March 13 between Liege and Chicago. By combining their expertise, the two specialists' aim is to connect Europe to international markets, starting with the United States.
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With four Airbus A330-200F aircraft, the CMA CGM Group chose Lige as the location for its European base, and will begin by operating flights to Chicago O'Hare in the US. This is the first stage of the roll-out of this business strategy, which is designed to offer clients broad global coverage. There are also plans to launch new destinations in the US, which will be announced shortly.
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As part of CMA CGM AIR CARGO's worldwide roll-out, the CMA CGM Group is working with ECS Group via a global cargo capacity marketing partnership. The leading GSA is determined to champion this strategy and has already set up dedicated teams in Europe and the United States. Adrien Thominet, ECS Group CEO, said, "ECS Group is extremely honoured to support this strategic move by CMA CGM, a group that is already an expert in chartering and logistics. Our flexibility, our sales network and our business know-how all mean we can amplify the added value the airline is looking for."
