Avianca Cargo is looking to capitalise on the strategic integration of bellyhold and freighter capacity to expand operations out of its Bogota base as the carrier looks to target point-to-point growth in its network.
In the past 12 months, Avianca has unveiled multiple non-stop services to locations around the globe, including Quito, Ecuador and New York’s John F. Kennedy hub. After an absence of over two decades, the airline restarted its route from Colombia to Paris Charles de Gaulle, connecting passengers and trade.
“It’s inspiring to be able to connect businesses for our clients, bring better products, connection times, build new opportunities,” Juan Correa, Vice President of Sales at Avianca, stated.
“The Dreamliner 787-8 offers a cargo payload of around 10-12 tonnes per flight, maximising both passenger and cargo opportunities.
“The belly capacity is really one of our competitive advantages. It is a scheduled flight. You have the on-time performance from the passenger side. You have specific volumes. It’s really good for dense cargo. It’s really good for appreciable markets. It’s really a good product for regular cargo all year long.”
Closer to markets
The year 2023 saw the successful confirmation of the efficacy of Avianca’s model. Its product is now flexible and can be adapted to suit a variety of needs while offering competitive pricing. As a result of the changes the carrier implemented, it saw an increase in the number of people flying by air. The figures demonstrate that it achieved the highest number of passengers in the airline’s 105-year history. The total number of passengers was 32.2 million.
Furthermore, Avianca’s route network is one of the most robust in the region. In 2024, the carrier will continue to strengthen it with 32 new operations for a total of 147 routes in 75 destinations and 25 countries. Furthermore, its operational performance was on par with that of the world’s leading airlines, with a punctuality rate of 85.73 percent, making it the most punctual global airline. Additionally, Avianca achieved one of the lowest baggage incident rates in the industry, at 1.58 irregularities per 1,000 passengers, compared to the industry average of 6.9, according to SITA data at the end of 2023.
In 2024, Avianca will consolidate our business model. It will continue to adjust and invest where necessary to remain the airline of choice for travellers. In line with this commitment, the carrier is focused on advancing service projects, technology at the service of the customer, and the connectivity of its network.
“Our main hub is out of Bogota. We use it to connect cargo with different interline partners, as well as cargo businesses. We combine the passengers and freighters, using narrow bodies to reach more than 70 destinations and over 23 countries,” Correa continued.
“We’re using our capabilities and flexibility to tailor what’s most efficient and effective for our clients.
“Through partners, we will connect around the world to different hubs and regions, feeding China and India, reaching Asia, Europe and different corners of the globe.”
