27driver
1st Feb 2002, 04:12
I heard on the news today that there is a new upstart Canadian cargo carrier. Unfortunately, that's all I heard....does anyone else have any tangible information on this...?? <img src="eek.gif" border="0">
Cheers.
Jabewar
1st Feb 2002, 05:12
I understand it is Canada 3000 Cargo, which was sold B4 their demise.
Dockjock
1st Feb 2002, 07:47
I understand that the Canada 3000 Cargo name only exists now as a GSA, not an actualy airline per se.
PaperTiger
1st Feb 2002, 10:42
Shouldn't the question be Why ? The ICC Airbuses are still looking for work, no ?
Jabewar
1st Feb 2002, 21:11
The website is <a href="http://www.c3cargo.com" target="_blank">web page</a>
It isn't complete yet but has email links and a phone number. <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> <img src="smile.gif" border="0"> <img src="smile.gif" border="0">
27driver
1st Feb 2002, 21:56
I have to agree with Papertiger....."WHY"?....If there was an abundance of freight to be moved in Canada, why wouldn't one of the established contenders be moving it? ICC and ACE have a few machines parked, and looking for work.
Jabewar, C3 cargo is flown by ACE, which just renewed there contract with C3 cargo inc.
Is there any other skinny on who this mysterious new freight carrier is...?. . <img src="confused.gif" border="0">
27driver
1st Feb 2002, 23:20
It looks like I stumbled across some info...
Canada 3000 Cargo Announced Acquisition of Canada 3000 Cargo Inc. Paves Way for Creation of “Canada’s Cargo Airline” . .Ajay Virmani, President & CEO of Canada 3000 Cargo Inc. and Flagship International Marketing Ltd., said yesterday that plans are being finalized to unveil “Canada’s Cargo Airline” along with its new corporate identity and list of officers at a private celebration on February 21, 2002 in Toronto. . .The new company, controlled by Ajay Virmani, has completed the acquisition of Canada 3000 Cargo Inc., Canada’s only all-cargo airline, and is presently servicing the Canadian market with four B727-200 freighters, one B737 freighter, two Beech 99 aircraft, and one Metro II aircraft, for a total fleet of eight on a wet-lease basis. Canada 3000 Cargo’s 2001 annual revenue exceeded $65 – $70 million dollars. . .The new company will offer premium overnight air cargo transportation throughout the country, and will fly more than 300,000 lbs of time-sensitive shipments across Canada each business day. “The creation of this new entity means Canadian businesses will have a dedicated cargo airline – a shipping resource focused on providing quality cargo service across this great country,” said Virmani. . .“Our team of more than 200 employees has many years of experience handling a variety of shipments both large and small. We are committed to on-time delivery. In addition to being the primary overnight air cargo airline for Canada’s major couriers, freight forwarders and manufacturers, we transport a variety of goods requiring special care: from Nova Scotia lobster and BC tomatoes and cherries to livestock, auto parts, pharmaceuticals, high-tech products, and emergency relief charters. Our reliable fleet and overnight schedule provide service each business day to a total of 12 Canadian destinations. We are committed to providing the highest level of quality and service available in Canada today.” . .The airline’s overnight domestic schedule is designed to fit the needs of the cargo end- user. Schedules are not dependent upon passenger schedules. Cargo is the airline’s priority, not treated as a by-product or secondary service boarded on the aircraft after all passengers and baggage have been accommodated. . .The new cargo airline says it will be sensitive to the needs of shippers in Canada’s smaller centers and cities, which are now underserved. " For example, Regina, Saskatoon, Moncton and St. John’s, Newfoundland will enjoy a daily cargo service at a reasonable price," a company release noted.
PaperTiger
1st Feb 2002, 23:50
acquisition of Canada 3000 Cargo Inc., Canada’s only all-cargo airline
Oh really ? Hope their business plan is better than their PRs <img src="frown.gif" border="0">
Dockjock
2nd Feb 2002, 01:40
Not sure what to make of that, as I said C3 cargo is still operating right now as a General Sales Agent. ACE is moving their domestic transcon stuff, the 99's are sub contracted by PE Air or someone out east I believe. Not sure where the metro is.
I don't think this amounts to 8 new ie. not currently operating a/c. I think it is just a marketing and reorganization type thing. But maybe I'm wrong!
Does anyone know the fate of Winnport? They were using a 27 to haul freight on contract for Royal/C3 cargo. But with all that has been going on, havent heard much of them lately.