NAS Remains as TCM Provider for KM Malta Airlines Despite Rebrand…

The newly established national airline for the Maltese Islands is now operational, originally announced in October 2023, carrying the name KM Malta Airlines. The new airline commenced operations on the 31st of March 2024 and… “would retain its current workforce and fleet size, whilst continuing to serve 17 important international routes, while building on the many strengths of its predecessor, but with a strong focus on long-term financial sustainability.”

The nation’s Prime Minister stressed the importance of connectivity for Malta, situated in the heart of the Mediterranean and the importance of having a national airline. “Malta’s new airline will prove to be a critical part of the infrastructure of the Islands, whilst the air connectivity the national airline provides is inextricably linked to the collective, economic growth and success of the Maltese Islands.

The Government of Malta stands as its sole shareholder.” The newly forged KM route network has been optimised for commercial efficiency, connecting Malta to the capital cities of Europe and primary airports of the European continent and beyond. The new airline will initially operate a total of seventeen routes, with increased frequencies added to some existing, mature routes to maximise aircraft utilisation and optimise commercial performance. The core network will be continually reviewed to identify new opportunities for further commercial growth.

The new airline will operate a single-type aircraft fleet, of eight Airbus 320 NEOs. Importantly, these modern fuel-efficient aircraft offer superior operating economics, better environmental performance with reduced CO2 emissions and noise pollution per passenger. In line with industry best practice, the fleet will comprise of a mix of owned and leased ownership aircraft.

KM Malta Airlines Renews TCM Partnership with Network Airline Services

Network Airline Services has provided a Total Cargo Management (TCM) solution to KM Malta Airlines’ predecessor, over the last few years, which has recently been extended for a further year. The agreement is now venturing into its 9th year of NAS providing Total Cargo Management solutions for the Maltese-based airline.

The TCM agreement has assisted the airline to vastly expand its cargo business as well as establishing itself in the global air freight marketplace, whilst increasing distribution channels. This has allowed the partnership to build a strong platform for future growth of its cargo business as an important revenue contributor.

Since the TCM agreement began, NAS has secured income for the airline month on month, year on year, whilst allowing a better synergy shared between NAS and KM including important functions such as sales, marketing, pricing and revenue management, cargo reservations, revenue accounting, back-office administration, IT systems, cargo handling and interline contracts. The Total Cargo Management agreement between the two companies will remain in place and will continued to be honoured where Network Airline Services has historically represented KM as its GSA and TCM provider.

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Network Airline Services remains the TCM provider for KM Malta Airlines despite the rebrand…

Network Airline Services Appointed as Safe Air GSA in the UAE

“Network Aviation Group’s (NAG) global GSA company Network Airline Services (NAS) have signed an agreement with Kenyan carrier SAFE Air to provide cargo sales and marketing for the carrier in the UAE and Oman.

SAFE Air operates regular cargo services between Nairobi and Juba, in South Sudan and Mogadishu in Somalia and has recently jointly started a weekly service to Port Sudan and Djibouti. The company was formed in 2007 and operates both passenger and cargo flights across Africa and the Middle East from its base in Nairobi, Kenya.

The companies have jointly operated charter flights across East Africa and the Horn of Africa supporting humanitarian efforts in Sudan, Somalia and Yemen. Network has offices in Dubai and Muscat and will also support SAFE globally from the companies’ offices in Europe and USA.”

This appointment marks Network’s first GSA representation of the K3 airline, so be sure to contact our friendly teams today for the latest rates, availability and to book your cargo on Safe Air. You can find your nearest office by visiting our website at: www.network-airline.com/our-network for more information on how we can help you.

Network Aviation Group’s Sales Director Andy King and Safe Air representatives at the contract signing in Kenya.

Network Airline Services Appointed as GSA for Air Serbia in France

Network Airline Services has been appointed as the GSSA for Air Serbia Cargo in France, effective from the 1^st of June 2024. Air Serbia currently operates a fleet or both Airbus and Boeing aircraft including A319, A320, B737 and A330 aircraft. The JU airline operates to 78 destinations in 35 different countries around the world from its hub at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport.

Florent Turlier, Network’s Director for France said, “our NAS team based in Paris, CDG are more than happy to be appointed as the GSA for Air Serbia Cargo in France. This is a great opportunity for us and we are very much looking forward to working with their cargo department, who are known for their high efficiency and swift communication.”

Network Airline Services (NAS) is the General Sales and Services division of the Network Aviation Group, established in 1985, with 43 offices and 200 staff around the globe to provide airlines cargo GSSA services. So be sure to contact our friendly team at CDG today for the latest rates, availability and to book your cargo on Air Serbia via email at: reservations.cdg@network-airline.com or by phone on +33 1 48 16 61 64.

An AirSerbia Airbus A330 aircraft on the tarmac with a Nikola Tesla livery.

Sri Lankan Airlines Appoints NAS as GSA in the UK

Sri Lankan Airlines has appointed Network Airline Services as their cargo GSSA in the United Kingdom, effective from the 15th of June 2024. Sri Lankan operates daily wide-body flights from London Heathrow to Colombo, connecting into a network covering the Middle East, Indian Sub-continent, Asia and Australia.

John Gilfeather Sales Director Network Airline Services said, “the NAS team feel very honored and privileged to be appointed as the Cargo GSA for Sri Lankan Airlines in the UK. NAS will dedicate a team of experienced and customer focused staff to retain existing customer business and identify potential new customers and cargo for the Sri Lankan Airlines network.”

Established in 1979, Sri Lankan Cargo has continuously provided connectivity across the world through its ever-evolving fleet of modern aircraft and global network. Operating 22 aircraft to 37 global destinations, Sri Lankan Cargo is one of the major air cargo operators in the region. The new fully equipped cargo terminal located at Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake is the sole handling agent for all airlines operating into Sri Lanka and moves nearly 200,000 metric tonnes of cargo annually.

Network Airline Services (NAS) is the General Sales and Services division of the Network Aviation Group, established in 1985, with 43 offices and 200 staff around the globe to provide airlines cargo GSSA services. So be sure to contact our friendly team at LHR today for the latest rates, availability and to book your cargo on Sri Lankan via email at: srilankan@network-airline.com or by phone on +44 1784 425300.

A Sri Lankan Airlines Airbus A330 departing to Colombo – Courtesy of Oliver Holzbauer on Flickr.

Network Airline Services Appointed as GSSA for FlyDubai in Kenya

Network Airline Services has been appointed as the GSSA for FlyDubai in Kenya effective from the 1^st of January 2024.

Sarah Wangui, NAS’ Managing Director based in Nairobi said, “I am happy to confirm that NAS has been appointed as FlyDubai’s GSSA in Kenya, to sell their air cargo space and capacity. With flights commencing on the 17^th of January 2024, the Dubai-based carrier becomes the first airline from the UAE to operate direct flights to Mombasa, with a four-times weekly service from the 17^th of January 2024. The introduction of flights to Mombasa, MBA sees growth for the airline’s African network to 11 destinations, in 10 different countries.”

Network Airline Services is also the GSSA for FlyDubai (FZ) in two other East-African countries, Tanzania and Uganda, as well as the Netherlands in Europe – so be sure to contact our friendly teams today for the latest rates, availability and to book your cargo on FlyDubai. You can find your nearest office by visiting “Our Network” page at: www.network-airline.com/our-network or by clicking the button below, for more information on how we can help you.

Image of FlyDubai aircraft lined up on the airport ramp.

Network Airline Services Appointed as GSSA for Allied Air Cargo in Italy

Network Airline Services has been appointed as the GSSA for Allied Air Cargo in Italy effective from the 1^st of March 2024.

Andrea Cossutta, NAS Italy Country Manager based in Milan said, “I am happy to confirm that NAS has been appointed as Allied Air Cargo’s GSSA in Italy, to sell their air cargo capacity from Europe to Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya and throughout Africa, operating with x3 B747F aircraft. Network Airline Services already represent Allied as its GSSA around the world, with NAS Italy now joining Network’s wider representation of the airline out if Milan, MIL.

Network Airline Services is the GSSA for Allied Air Cargo (4W) in various other European countries, such as France, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK plus many more – so be sure to contact our friendly team in MIL today for the latest rates, availability and to book your freight on Allied Air Cargo. You can find your nearest office by visiting our website at: www.network-airline.com/our-network for more information on how we can help you.

Network Airline Management’s B747F Aircraft TF-AMU in Milan, MXP – Network Aviation Group