05SEP25 saw Icelandair Cargo launch its first Iceland-Türkiye routing and it has partnered with ECS Group subsidiary, Globe Air Cargo (GAC) Türkiye to ensure a professional local presence. The airline will serve Istanbul (IST) four times a week out of Keflavik (KEF), deploying a Boeing 737 MAX on the route. “These flights will provide seamless connections to the U.S. and Europe, targeting high-demand sectors such as textiles, automotive parts, and machinery,” the release explains. Globe Air Cargo Türkiye brings the local knowledge and the larger global network that is ECS Group, setting the foundation for growth on what the release considers “a new era of air freight connectivity between Turkey, Iceland, and key transatlantic markets.” It opens up new opportunities for Turkish exporters and importers.
Einar Már Guðmundsson, Managing Director at Icelandair Cargo, announced: “This is a major milestone for us as we expand into the Turkish market for the first time. The expertise of Globe Air Cargo Türkiye, combined with ECS Group’s digital resources, ensures our customers will experience world-class service and efficiency from the very beginning.”
Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group, stated: “This partnership is a perfect expression of our vision: connecting the global ambitions of our airline partners to strong local expertise. The Globe Air Cargo Türkiye teams have a deep understanding of the Turkish market, and it’s their daily commitment – combined with the resources and digital innovation of ECS Group – that will enable Icelandair Cargo to quickly establish itself as a key player along this new corridor.”
Ersun Guven, Managing Director of Globe Air Cargo Türkiye, commented: “We are proud to represent Icelandair Cargo in this exciting launch. Our knowledge of the local market and commitment to excellence make us the ideal GSSA partner to support their growth in the region.”
