TORONTO, May 5, 2021
TORONTO, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -Â Purolator today announced it is enhancing its express air network capacity through a new service agreement with Voyageur Aviation Corp, a subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX: CHR) and headquartered in North Bay, Ont. Purolator can now offer more service options as its cross-border and overall business continues to grow. Purolator is always investing in our network to meet the needs of our customers, says Chris Spanjaard, Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, Purolator. This agreement with Voyageur complements our existing network and enhances our capability to service our cross-border business and customers with high-priority express shipments. Â
Winnipeg Free Press By: The Canadian Press
Last Modified: 7:12 AM CDT Wednesday, May. 5, 2021
HALIFAX - Chorus Aviation Inc. has signed a three-year contract with Purolator Inc. for air cargo charter services.
The main Purolator sort plant is seen in Calgary, Alta., Saturday, May 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
HALIFAX - Chorus Aviation Inc. has signed a three-year contract with Purolator Inc. for air cargo charter services.
The agreement follows the completion of an initial six-month trial.
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Chorus reaches cargo agreement with Purolator May 5, 2021
Chorus Aviation Inc.’s subsidiary Voyageur Aviation Corp. signed a contract to provide air cargo charter services for Purolator Inc. The term of the contract is for three years, effective April 12, 2021, following the successful completion of an initial six-month trial service.
“We have been active in air cargo through the conversion of several Dash 8 aircraft to package freighters, however, this contract with Purolator marks a meaningful step in the expansion of our capabilities in the cargo market,” said Joe Randell, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chorus. “For Chorus, the air cargo market is a growing area of focus. This is another example of our integrated offering of regional services, and evidence of our ability to utilize regional assets at various life stages.”
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