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DHL Express Places Its Largest Boeing Converted Freighter Order to Date

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Express (DHL) and Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced that the logistics company placed a firm order for nine more 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF). Representing their largest single 767-300BCF order to date, the additional freighters will help expand DHL's long-haul intercontinental fleet in response to increased global demand for cargo capacity. "We are confident in the quality and OEM expertise that comes with Boeing's converted freighters," explains Geoff Kehr, senior vice president, Global Air Fleet Management, DHL Express. "The additional B767 freighters are part of our efforts to modernize DHL's long-haul intercontinental fleet in order to fly eco-friendlier and more cost-efficiently. Our goal is to enhance our well-connected global network whilst reducing carbon emissions and fuel consumption to benefit the environment, partners and customers alike." DHL has taken delivery of seven of a batch of eight 767-300BCF, that have been leased to DHL partner airlines in the Middle East and Latin America to support its expanding regional networks. "We are pleased that DHL continues to expand their 767-300BCF fleet to help meet the growing demand for their global logistics and cargo business," said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing's senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. "The versatility of the 767-300BCF makes it the preferred medium widebody converted freighter for both the general and express cargo markets, ensuring DHL will have the capability, reliability and efficiency they need to capture growth opportunities and maximize their air cargo operations." The 767-300BCF is the world's most efficient medium widebody converted freighter and can carry up to 51.6 tonnes (113,900 pounds) up to 6,190 kilometers (3,345 nautical miles). 767 Freighters provide the lowest operating costs per trip with excellent payload and range capability. The 767-300BCF has more than 100 orders and commitments to date. Learn more about the complete Boeing freighter family here.

– DHL places its largest Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) order for nine 767-300BCF

– The expanded 767-300BCF fleet will strengthen DHL’s response to the continued growing demand for express cargo driven by e-commerce

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — DHL Express (DHL) and Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced that the logistics company placed a firm order for nine more 767-300 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF). Representing their largest single 767-300BCF order to date, the additional freighters will help expand DHL’s long-haul intercontinental fleet in response to increased global demand for cargo capacity.

“We are confident in the quality and OEM expertise that comes with Boeing’s converted freighters,” explains Geoff Kehr, senior vice president, Global Air Fleet Management, DHL Express. “The additional B767 freighters are part of our efforts to modernize DHL’s long-haul intercontinental fleet in order to fly eco-friendlier and more cost-efficiently. Our goal is to enhance our well-connected global network whilst reducing carbon emissions and fuel consumption to benefit the environment, partners and customers alike.”

DHL has taken delivery of seven of a batch of eight 767-300BCF, that have been leased to DHL partner airlines in the Middle East and Latin America to support its expanding regional networks.

“We are pleased that DHL continues to expand their 767-300BCF fleet to help meet the growing demand for their global logistics and cargo business,” said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing’s senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing. “The versatility of the 767-300BCF makes it the preferred medium widebody converted freighter for both the general and express cargo markets, ensuring DHL will have the capability, reliability and efficiency they need to capture growth opportunities and maximize their air cargo operations.”

The 767-300BCF is the world’s most efficient medium widebody converted freighter and can carry up to 51.6 tonnes (113,900 pounds) up to 6,190 kilometers (3,345 nautical miles). 767 Freighters provide the lowest operating costs per trip with excellent payload and range capability.

The 767-300BCF has more than 100 orders and commitments to date. Learn more about the complete Boeing freighter family here.

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Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines Expand Cargo Partnership

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Qatar Airways Cargo, the world’s leading air cargo carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan Airlines Cargo (JALCARGO), a pioneer in Japanese aviation, to strengthen their partnership and enhance services for cargo customers.

This milestone builds on their long-standing collaboration as oneworld alliance partners and follows Japan Airlines’ recent launch of daily passenger flights between Tokyo Haneda and Doha’s Hamad International Airport.

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The expanded partnership is set to improve cargo operations between the two carriers, qatar airways seat map ensuring seamless transfers and a more efficient shipping process for customers.

As part of the agreement, both airlines will work together to optimize their network connections, explore new areas of cooperation, and enhance operational synergies.

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Starting next year, qatar airways Cargo will introduce dedicated freighter services between its hub in Doha and Japan Airlines’ hub at Tokyo Narita Airport, further boosting cargo capacity and connectivity.

This partnership aims to increase trade flows between Japan and Qatar Airways’ global network. Over the past year, both carriers handled over 4,462 tonnes of cargo between Japan and various destinations,qatar airways web check in and this figure is expected to grow significantly under the new agreement.

By combining their strengths, Qatar Airways Cargo and JALCARGO are poised to deliver enhanced value to customers and contribute to the economic growth of both regions.