Thai Airways selects ECS Group’s Aero Cargo Belgium to enhance cargo connectivity
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ECS Group announced a new strategic partnership between its subsidiary Aero Cargo Belgium and Thai Airways, set to redefine cargo connectivity on essential routes between Europe and Asia.
The agreement, which took effect on February 1st, focuses on the Brussels (BRU) to Bangkok (BKK) route, offering seamless transit options to destinations including Australia, Korea, India, Japan, Manila, and Singapore.
Thai Airways operates daily flights using Boeing 787-800 aircraft, each providing a payload capacity of 15 tons. The airline will not only benefit from ECS Group’s in-house technology but also from the full deployment of CargoTech suite of digital tools. This collaboration caters to a diverse range of cargo, with a particular focus on pharmaceuticals, ensuring reliable and efficient transport solutions for time-sensitive and specialized shipments.
Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group, commented: “ECS Group is proud to support this collaboration with Thai Airways, which reflects our commitment to building long-term, value-driven relationships with airlines. By enabling them to achieve operational excellence and deliver tailored solutions for their unique needs, we are setting a new standard for global connectivity and efficiency in the cargo industry.”
“This agreement is a significant milestone for Aero Cargo Belgium,” added Bert Moortgat, Managing Director of Aero Cargo Belgium. “With daily flights and access to a network of vital destinations in Asia-Pacific, we are able to offer our customers unparalleled opportunities to connect their goods to global markets efficiently and reliably, particularly for high-value and sensitive commodities such as pharmaceuticals.”
This partnership between Thai Airways and Aero Cargo Belgium marks a significant milestone in connecting Europe and Asia-Pacific with efficient and reliable cargo solutions. By combining Thai Airways’ extensive network with Aero Cargo Belgium’s expertise, the collaboration promises exceptional service and the strengthening of global trade routes for key industries.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific routes are covered by this new partnership?
Which specific routes are covered by this new partnership?
The agreement focuses on the Brussels (BRU) to Bangkok (BKK) route. From Bangkok, it offers transit options to destinations including Australia, Korea, India, Japan, Manila, and Singapore.
Q.What type of aircraft does Thai Airways use for these cargo flights, and what is their capacity?
What type of aircraft does Thai Airways use for these cargo flights, and what is their capacity?
Thai Airways operates daily flights using Boeing 787-800 aircraft. Each of these planes provides a payload capacity of 15 tons for cargo.
Q.What kind of cargo is a particular focus for this collaboration?
What kind of cargo is a particular focus for this collaboration?
The collaboration caters to a diverse range of cargo, with a particular focus on pharmaceuticals. This ensures reliable and efficient transport for time-sensitive and specialized shipments.