Korean Air Cargo, Vienna Airport extend cooperation till 2028

Korean Air Cargo has signed a four-year contract extension with Vienna Airport, which will now run until the end of 2028.

"Thus, Vienna Airport is continuing its successful partnership with Korean Air Cargo, which has been in place since the airline's first flight to Vienna in 2004," says an official release from the airport.

Julian Jäger, Joint CEO and COO, Vienna Airport says: "The successful partnership between Korean Air Cargo and Vienna Airport has been extended for another four years - a strong sign of the trust and cooperation that has connected our companies for 20 years. Together we will continue to develop cargo handling between Seoul and Vienna at the highest level and expand our position as a leading European cargo hub. Austria, its neighboring countries and Asia will thus remain closely linked economic zones through international airfreight traffic in the future. We look forward to continuing this success story."

Michael Zach, Senior Vice President, Ground Handling & Cargo Operations, Vienna Airport adds: "The extension of the Korean Air Cargo contract until 2028 is clear proof of Vienna Airport's strength as an air cargo hub. We offer comprehensive services, modern infrastructure and a dedicated team that ensures maximum efficiency and reliability. Korean Air Cargo is one of the most important cargo airlines at the site and we look forward to further expanding our good collaboration."

Korean Air Cargo connects Vienna Airport with up to ten flights per week to international economic centres, the release added. "The Korean airline operates a fleet of Boeing 747-400Fs, Boeing 747-8Fs and Boeing 777Fs. For the airline, Vienna Airport is an important gateway for electronic and pharma goods from Asia."

Eum Jaedong, Executive Vice President and Head of Cargo Division, Korean Air Cargo says: "We are delighted to announce our continued partnership with Vienna Airport. Our co-operation has led to successful business results, and we are confident that this contract extension will lead to further growth and development. We look forward to providing our customers with the best possible transport services and further strengthening Vienna Airport's position as a major hub for logistics in Eastern Europe."