Qantas Freight has introduced two Boeing 747-8F freighter aircraft to its fleet.
The new freighters will be operated by Atlas Air, on behalf of Qantas. Each aircraft offers 20% more freight capacity and space for seven extra cargo pallets compared to the 747-400F.
Qantas Freight executive manager Paul Jones said the arrival of the 747-8F aircraft would better meet customer demand for freight capacity around the globe.
He said: “More capacity and better reliability means we can continue to deliver for our customers in Australia and around the globe.
“These aircraft have a far better environmental footprint, producing less carbon emissions and offering greater efficiency, something that we know is really important to our customers.”
The two freighters will operate between Australia, China and the USA with additional routes currently being explored. The second 747-8F aircraft will enter service later this week.
The arrival of the new aircraft follows Qantas Freight’s announced of a new seven-year agreement with Australia Post to enhance the domestic network.
The new agreement, worth more than $1 billion, also paves the way for up to three A321 passenger to freighter aircraft join the fleet from October 2020.