News / Food for thought as airlines eye greater yields by developing new product lines

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What next after pharmaceuticals and perishables? As yields for general cargo continue to disappoint, airlines are looking to develop more special segments with juicy margins.

Even Cargolux, which for decades steadfastly eschewed defined products, now has a line-up of defined services targeting pharmaceuticals and hazardous materials to live animals, fine art and a service covering cars, engines and helicopters.

“Focusing on this new portfolio of products will significantly boost our support of the businesses of our customers and their customers and strengthen ...