News / Competition in the sky over Malpensa as more air cargo carriers boost services

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Competition among cargo carriers at Milan Malpensa Airport is set to intensify, with increasing numbers of freighter flights and a government decision to open up traffic rights.

SW Italia, the Silk Way joint-venture with Italian investors, took delivery of its first aircraft on Saturday, a 747-400F, although the carrier still has to secure its AOC, according to CH Aviation.

SW Italia was first mooted about a year ago, but plans were reportedly put on hold as the airline was waiting for authorisation. ...