WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. ("Atlas" or the "Company"), a leading global provider of outsourced aviation logistics, today announced it is adding three Boeing 747-8 freighters to its fleet to meet the strong global demand for dedicated large widebody airfreight capacity, particularly for cross-border e-commerce shipping.
The three additional 747-8Fs, secured through long-term finance lease agreements with BOC Aviation, are expected to enter service late in the third quarter of 2024.
"Atlas is the world's largest operator of 747 freighters, and we are thrilled to expand our widebody fleet with these three 747-8Fs, following the four 747-400Fs we acquired and placed with customers under long-term agreements earlier this year," said Michael Steen, Atlas Air Worldwide Chief Executive Officer. "Our growth in this aircraft type underscores Atlas' commitment to the 747-freighter platform and the value it provides our customers, including significant payload capacity and unique nose-loading capability."
Mr. Steen continued, "Demand remains strong for ...
