SkyTeam Cargo has appointed Nico van der Linden as vice president cargo alliance, effective from 1 July 2017.

Van der Linden, who has over 30 years of cargo experience, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role, having previously worked in management positions at KLM Cargo and Air France KLM Cargo, and spent time in some of the world’s most prominent transport hubs including Paris, Dubai and Amsterdam.

In his new role, he will be tasked with further strengthening the SkyTeam Cargo alliance by working closely with the 12 cargo members from around the world.

SkyTeam Cargo has implemented several initiatives and technological advances that have made it easier for customers to do business with the alliance partners.

SkyTeam Cargo has 12 members: Aeroflot Cargo, Aerolineas Argentinas Cargo, Aeromexico Cargo, Air France Cargo, Alitalia Cargo, China Airlines Cargo, China Cargo Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Czech Airlines Cargo, Delta Cargo, KLM Cargo and Korean Air Cargo.