Group provides end-to-end services including sales and ground handling coordination
ECS Group, the world’s leading General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA), has been selected by Asiana Airlines as its exclusive global partner to manage the airline’s international belly cargo business.
This strategic GSSA agreement reinforces ECS Group’s reputation for delivering seamless, world-class cargo solutions and supports Asiana’s logistics evolution following the divestment of its freighter division.
Effective August 1, ECS Group provides end-to-end services—including sales, reservations, customer service, and ground handling coordination—across 33 major locations in 9 countries throughout Europe, the Americas, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
“We are honoured to partner with Asiana Airlines and proud of the expertise our teams bring to this collaboration. Leveraging ECS Group’s global network, we are committed to supporting Asiana Airlines with reliable, efficient, and tailored cargo solutions worldwide,” stated Jean Ceccaldi, CEO, ECS Group.
Strategic focus
Asiana Airlines has transitioned to a fully belly cargo-based model, utilizing the lower holds of its passenger aircraft—including the A350-900, which offers up to 18 tons of cargo capacity. The airline is strategically focused on transporting high-demand, time-critical shipments such as semiconductor components, fresh food, and small express cargo.
This exclusive partnership enables Asiana Airlines to maintain a competitive edge in international air logistics, even after the sale of its freighter operations—implemented in response to regulatory directives from European and Japanese authorities.
In 2024, Asiana Airlines carried approximately 158,000 tons of belly cargo on international passenger flights. With ECS Group now powering its cargo strategy, the airline is well-positioned to expand its global footprint while ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction, a press communique concluded.
