United - NCL -NYC (EWR)
How important will/might freight be to the success + Yield factor. Industry in the region (when asked to comment) have always quoted the importance of an eastern link to the states for high value cargo direct from Newcastle. Freight I believe is very important for Emirates and often makes up, plus more, for low passenger numbers on some flights.
Surely if true, this alone should make our local companies ensure the succees of this route.