Kuehne+Nagel commenced operation with its first Boeing 747-8 Freighter delivered by Atlas Air, Inc. Kuehne+Nagel received the aircraft as part of the long-term charter agreement with Atlas Air. As a global company in air freight, Kuehne+Nagel aims to expand its air freight network by chartering the entire capacity of the very last two 747-8F aircraft from their delivery by Boeing. Atlas Air, Inc is a major American cargo airline, passenger charter airline, and aircraft lessor and a subsidiary of Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc.
Yngve Ruud, Management Board Member responsible for Air Logistics, Kuehne+Nagel, said: “It is a very special moment for us to see Kuehne+Nagel 747-8F “Inspire.” taking off. Together with the very last 747-8F that we named “Empower.”, the aircraft will support our customers with reliable and flexible solutions globally, continuing the legacy of the most incredible aviation programs in history. We are delighted to celebrate this day with our partners Atlas Air and Boeing and looking forward to see our aircraft connecting the world.”