OAG Cargo's AFRA Service Now includes US Origin Rates for Saudi Airlines Cargo

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LONDON, Aug. 9 /PRN=KYODO JBN/ --

     OAG Cargo, specialists in the supply of data and information products for

the global aviation industry, is delighted to announce that Saudi Airlines

Cargo has decided to make its US origin rates - General, BellyFlex, MainDeck,

Dangerous Goods, Perishable and Courier - available on AFRA (Air Freight Rate

Application).

    This represents a major vote of confidence in OAG Cargo and its AFRA system

- an application that enables air freight rates to be communicated between

airlines and forwarders as well as sales quotations between forwarders and

shippers. In addition to adding valuable additional content to the service that

AFRA provides for the air cargo industry, the decision by a major airline to

join the community highlights the fact that publishing rates in AFRA can help

all carriers to maximise their yield on freighter operations.

    "We are proud to offer our competitive rates to the world's leading

forwarders who are interested in quality, value and speed" said Michael Basoco,

Regional Sales Director Americas for Saudi Airlines Cargo. "Making it easier to

do business with us is the hallmark of a trusted carrier partner, and OAG Cargo

continues to be the choice of a growing list of sophisticated air freight

professionals."

    OAG Cargo's Stephen Baggett, Sales Director, Americas, added: "Saudi

Airlines Cargo is one of the major players in the world's air cargo market, so

this is great news not just for us but for the entire AFRA community."

    About OAG Cargo

    http://www.oagcargo.com

    - OAG Cargo is part of UBM Aviation group, specialists in the supply of

      data and information products, market intelligence, news and events for

      the global aviation industry.

    - The company provides business critical information/communication to

      the aviation cargo marketplace and related industries by engaging with

      the air cargo community, applying its understanding and adapting to the

      dynamics of the industry.

    - The company operates from regional offices in Singapore, the United

      Kingdom and the United States and has a network of local representatives

      around the world.

    About Saudi Airlines Cargo

    http://www.saudiacargo.com

    - Saudi Airlines Cargo operates a dedicated freighter fleet consisting of  

      B747-400F, MD-11F & Airbus A310-300F aircraft offering both nose and

      side loading capabilities to accommodate all types and sizes of cargo.

      The company also offers freight capacity on its passenger flights.

    - The global network of Saudi Airlines Cargo encompasses over 225

      international destinations across Asia, Africa, Europe and the USA as

      well as 26 domestic destinations.

    - Strategically located in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the company

      is effectively positioned to provide a bridge between East and West,

      giving increased flexibility to move cargo with minimal ground handling

      time.

    Notes to Editors:

    OAG Cargo UK Press Office

    Phone: +44-(0)-844-822-1658  

    Email: abigail@singletonpr.com

    SOURCE: OAG Cargo