Korean Air begins Cargo Operations to Chennai, India

Korean Air has launched regular cargo operations to Chennai, India. The airline will operate one cargo flight per week which will be increased to two weekly flights in May this year.

Korean Air also operates cargo flights to Mumbai (Bombay) and New Delhi. A B747-400 freighter will be operated to Chennai, significantly expanding the airline’s cargo network to one of the world’s emerging markets.

Chennai is home to the production facilities of many Korean and international companies such as Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, Hyundai Motor Company and Nokia. It is fast becoming a global industrial center.

Chennai is strategically located in the southern Indian region and it is increasing used as a transportation and connection hub. Major parts imported/exported to and from Chennai include cellular phones, vehicle parts and textiles.

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