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bolstering its ability to serve the diverse needs of the
continent. While the Transpacific trade lane remains a
critical focus, in line with the overall evolving demand out
of South China & Hong Kong, the company maintains a
balanced schedule and a diversified portfolio of clients
and cargo types. From flowers sourced in Quito to
high-fashion items from Malpensa, MSC Air Cargo’s
services extend beyond general cargo, encompassing
pharmaceuticals, perishables, ecommerce, vehicles,
and even aviation logistics for aircraft engines and
helicopter movements – a rapidly expanding sector for
the company.
The company is also actively working towards the
official launch of special cargo products, adhering to
the highest sector standards and striving for industry
certification to underscore its commitment to quality.
Their first product will be ‘Shipped Pharma’.
Furthermore, MSC Air Cargo successfully executed
two cargo management system implementations
within a year in partnership with IBS Software. It
started with an initial deployment in the summer of
2023 followed by a subsequent upgrade to the Next
Gen version of the system as the 2nd customer going
live on the Next Gen version in April of 2024.

Flexibility and agility are the hallmarks of MSC Air
Cargo’s approach. With a fleet that has grown to five
aircraft, the company is poised for further expansion,
constantly exploring opportunities to enhance its
global network. The recent acquisition of Alis Cargo,
an Italian-based airfreight carrier, marks a significant
milestone, as the new Italian AOC will operate the fifth
freighter, reinforcing MSC Air Cargo’s presence in the
Italian market.
The addition of the I-MSCA, the first brand-new
widebody freighter to be allocated to Italy in over 40
years, underscores MSC Air Cargo’s commitment to
innovation while keeping intact its Italian heritage. This
unique business model, blending ACMI operations
In an industry constantly evolving, MSC Air Cargo is with the company’s own aircraft, positions MSC Air
leading the charge towards a future of greater efficiency, Cargo as a trailblazer in the industry.
flexibility, and unparalleled customer service. Since its “As we continue to expand our fleet and strengthen
inception just one and a half years ago, the company our global reach, our focus remains steadfast on
has shown a growth unmatched by any other all-cargo delivering exceptional service and tailored solutions
company, passing from operating a single aircraft to a to our clients,” said the Senior Vice President of MSC
fleet that will include five starting in May.
Air Cargo, Jannie Davel. “By leveraging our regional
Leveraging its global expertise, MSC Air Cargo has expertise and investing in the latest technology, we
assembled a team of regional specialists who work in are enhancing operational efficiency.”
close collaboration with clients across the Americas, MSC Air Cargo’s unwavering commitment to
Europe, and Asia. This synergy of local knowledge innovation and customer satisfaction is making
and international reach ensures that every aspect of noteworthy contributions to the air cargo industry.
specialized cargo types and shipments is handled By focusing on providing customized solutions and
with the utmost care and precision.
adopting new technologies, the company is positioning
Reinforcing its European presence, MSC Air Cargo itself as a key partner to its clients, supporting the
has strengthened its gateways in Malpensa and Liège, evolving needs of the global supply chain.