MSC has acquired majority stake in AlisCargo Airlines, a Milan-based air freight carrier, informed a release.
Jannie Davel, MSC Air Cargo Senior VP, said: “The acquisition is a step towards expanding MSC’s Air Cargo solution capabilities, and ultimately providing our customers with a quality and consistent offering.”
Giacomo Manzon, General Manager of ALISCARGO AIRLINES S.P.A., commented: “I am proud to see a group like MSC entering as a major shareholder. I am thankful for MSC’s trust in us, and we will work hard together to make it a success story.”
The deal complements MSC Air Cargo’s aim to expand its existing trade lane network with better coverage and increased flexibility, the release emphasised.