News / Geodis leases a freighter to ensure capacity as shippers eye more air services

Geodis is joining other large forwarders in leasing its own freighter as shippers look to secure both speed and capacity in the face of manufacturing delays and challenging ocean freight services.

The forwarder has leased, for “several years”, an A330-300, converted into a freighter last year after being grounded by AirAsiaX as the pandemic hit. It is operated by Titan Airways for Geodis Air Network.

The news comes as retailers and other shippers report significant increases in their airfreight spend. Childrens’ clothing retailer ...