GECAS, the aviation lessor and financier, has announced that it intends to lease two 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF) to Kargo Xpress, the M Jets International start-up. The two jets will be delivered in October 2021 and January 2022, substantially increasing capacity for the newest freight carrier in Malaysia.
Cargo Xpress commenced scheduled flights in June with one 737-400F, so this added capacity will allow the operator to provide fast, timely and efficient delivery of goods as they expand into Northern China and Western India, as well as serving certain thinner, underserved routes.
Gunasekar Mariappan, Managing Director, M Jets International, said, “Kargo Xpress appreciates the close working relationship with GECAS to induct our initial two 737-800 BCF. We are focused on developing a robust, reliable, cost-effective network within Asia, centered around a fleet of 737 freighters. Our goal is to be the provider of choice for express e-commerce shipments, as well as point-to-point delivery, trans-shipment and flight-truck services for our time-to-market sensitive customers within Asia.”
Richard Greener, SVP and Manager, GECAS Cargo said, “Thanks to its versatility, efficiency, and reliability, the 737-800BCF is well suited to Kargo Xpress’ planned growth strategy. At GECAS Cargo, we are pleased to support Kargo Xpress as they look to develop more routes and expand their operations.”
