Air Canada Cargo has initiated its freighter operations to Basel, Switzerland, connecting the European center for pharmaceuticals to Air Canada's extensive network through its Toronto global hub. The carrier's Boeing 767 freighters will operate twice a week for these flights.

“We are excited to be returning to Basel, this time with our freighters, to serve a key market in Europe for pharmaceuticals. The capability of our freighters, combined with our temperature-controlled containers and cool chain facility at our Toronto global hub position us to serve this critical market with reliable, year-round service, and ensure these important shipments can move safely and in a timely manner throughout our global network,” said Matthieu Casey, Managing Director, Commercial at Air Canada Cargo.

Air Canada Cargo's recently launched freighter service to Basel, Switzerland, is the newest addition to its expanding freighter network, which already includes routes to Liege in Belgium, Dallas, Atlanta, and Bogota.

About Air Canada

Air Canada Cargo is a renowned air cargo service provider that has been awarded for its services.

It holds the title of Canada's largest air cargo provider regarding cargo capacity, with a presence in more than 50 countries and self-operated hubs in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Chicago, London, and Frankfurt.

As the air freight arm of Air Canada, it offers dependable air freight transportation and connection across six continents, utilizing Air Canada's domestic and international passenger and freighter flights and trucking services.

Air Canada is a leading Canadian airline and the country's national carrier. It is a founding Star Alliance member and the world's most extensive air transportation network.

The airline offers scheduled services to over 180 airports across six continents, including Canada, the US, and internationally. Air Canada is also recognized for its high-quality service and has a Four-Star rating from Skytrax.

The airline's loyalty program, Aeroplan, is one of Canada's most prestigious travel loyalty programs, with members able to earn and redeem points on a global network of 45 airline partners through merchandise, hotel, and car rental rewards.

Air Canada aims to achieve net zero emissions from its global operations by 2050. The airline's shares are publicly traded on the TSX in Canada and the OCTQX in the US.