Jade Cargo International, Air Logistics Group expand partnership for India, Middle East
02 Sep 2009
Shenzhen-based Jade Cargo International and Air Logistics Group, one of the world's leading cargo sales and service providers, have entered into an agreement to further expand their partnership with Air Logistics assuming the role of General Sales and Service Agent for Jade Cargo in India and the Middle East.
Jade Cargo International, based in Shenzhen, China, is a joint-venture of Shenzhen Airlines and Lufthansa Cargo.
Air Logistics Group is a leading general cargo sales and service provider (GSSA) with a comprehensive global network of 47 offices spanning 24 countries.
''The professional efforts of Air Logistics Group will serve as the basis for our expanded sales presence in India and the Middle East,'' commented Kay Kratky, CEO of Jade Cargo International. ''During the past months our flight operations at Chennai, India and Sharjah, UAE have been well received by our customers. Now it is time to move forward with development of those markets,'' he added.
Helmut Mair, group managing director of Air Logistics indicated that ''Air Logistics has the presence necessary in both markets to ensure that Jade Cargo's exceptional service offering is showcased properly. Our focus will be to further build on the brand image of Jade Cargo and incorporate sales and marketing activities in supporting offline markets.''
"The decision to appoint Air Logistics Group was logical,'' stated Reto Hunziker, EVP sales and product of Jade Cargo International.'' He continued, ''Jade Cargo has had the good fortune of gaining first hand experiencing with Air Logistics in Europe. In expanding our partnership in new regions, we and our customers benefit from continuity and predictable reliability.''
