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Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo announce landmark agreement

his collaboration will benefit Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo air freight customers worldwide.

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Following the new bigger historic commercial deal between two of the world’s major airlines, Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration will benefit Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo air freight customers worldwide.

Depending on regulatory permissions, Emirates SkyCargo and United Cargo will collaborate closely on a number of issues, including extending cargo interline alternatives and blocked space arrangements. This would expand on current cargo interline agreements between both air cargo operators and provide freight customers with access to more capacity on a broader combined worldwide network.

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Emirates SkyCargo is dedicated to being the global leader in air cargo by offering our customers the finest quality products and services. Cooperating with United, a leading airline in its own right with comparable strengths and networks to our own, will enable us to provide value for our customers and help them reach new markets faster,” said Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo.

“United is thrilled to collaborate with Emirates SkyCargo on this MoU.” Emirates SkyCargo is a major player in the business as one of the leading carriers worldwide, and its supplemental capabilities allow us to give new service offerings to our customers worldwide. We share a dedication to offering industry-leading solutions to our customers, and we look forward to working together in the future.” said Jan Krems, President of United Cargo.

United Cargo will have access to Emirates Sky Cargo’s high-frequency distribution network via the belly-hold of passenger flights to over 100 global destinations and 11 freighters, while Emirates SkyCargo will have access to over 200 cities in the United States and 300 cities across five continents through United Cargo.

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.