Strong performance across its network saw tonnage carried on the Virgin Atlantic and V Australia networks climb to nearly 227,000 tons, a 17% increase on the previous year. Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Asia Pacific and the Americas reported tonnage increases in 2010/11 of 19%, 13% and 16% respectively.
Virgin Atlantic Cargo's revenues in the three regions also recorded significant gains. In EMEA, sales were up 47% over 2009/10, Asia Pacific revenues rose 41% and the Americas was 29% ahead of last year.
John Lloyd, Director of Virgin Atlantic Cargo, said: 'Even in a year when air cargo volumes across the industry were recovering, this is a fantastic result and a tribute to our team around the world for consistently providing the exceptional levels of customer service that help to set us apart from other airlines. Our partnership with V Australia once again had a strong impact on our results and this is a model we believe we can successfully implement with other airlines to deliver positive and mutual benefits.'
Steve Ridgeway, CEO of Virgin Atlantic, added: 'We are an airline that truly understands the value of air cargo and its importance to our overall success. Our award-winning cargo service has delivered a substantial increase in contribution to the airline in the last 12 months and that is a tribute to our outstanding team at Virgin Atlantic Cargo.'
