Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon.

The Seattle-based tech company's land deal is in addition to the land it leased and is developing as part of a long-term agreement with the airport. Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. Please enter a valid email address. The Latest on Vox. Jan 12, , pm PST. In June, Amazon said it was expanding its strong fleet by leasing 12 converted Boeing passenger jets, including a year-old model it took delivery of in May. Although the company has unveiled several green initiatives, it currently has no new aircraft in its fleet and none on order. It is NA. Haulers are seeking ways to be green. By Dominic Gates.

September 25, Please enter a valid email address. Subscribe to the Recode Newsletter. It is NA. Thank you! The company has received approval to lease acres in total, the publication reported. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records. By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Notice and European users agree to the data transfer policy. There were no other details about the land purchase immediately available, nor what the giant Internet retailer plans to do with it.

According to the deal announced Wednesday, ATSG will provide the s on leases running five to seven years, which is typical in the air-leasing world, and will use its base in Wilmington, Ohio, as the hub of the Amazon air-cargo operation. Boeing relaunch good for discount, charter airlines, analyst says. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. The company has received approval to lease acres in total, the publication reported. Related Stories. But that may be some ways away. Share story. The Seattle-based tech company's land deal is in addition to the land it leased and is developing as part of a long-term agreement with the airport.

After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight. It accounted for 2. By Dominic Gates. A year-old wide-body is about a third of the price of a brand new one, though that factor narrows after discounts. Excited for Amazon, customers, and Kentucky! View This List. Subscribe to the Recode Newsletter. Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox.

If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Dominic Gates: or dgates seattletimes. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon. Amazon fights FAA over hazardous cargo as it grows freighter jet fleet. Many find a second life in the fleets of Amazon. Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. The pipeline of new freighters coming out of Everett is committed solely to FedEx, which has 81 of the jets on order. By Alex Fitzpatrick. Although the company has unveiled several green initiatives, it currently has no new aircraft in its fleet and none on order. Atlas could not be reached Wednesday.

Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. Atlas could not be reached Wednesday. A senior aviation-industry executive with knowledge of the discussions between Amazon and ATSG said the Seattle company asked for a larger stake in the airline, up to 49 percent, which would have given it effective control. The Seattle-based tech company's land deal is in addition to the land it leased and is developing as part of a long-term agreement with the airport. Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox. Many find a second life in the fleets of Amazon. Local airport and elected officials welcome the investment, the airport spokeswoman added. However, Amazon now owns a minority stake in the latter firm, while it has reportedly expressed interest in increasing its investment — a sign that it may ramp up its aviation operations in the future. Sign Up Now. Kalitta Air owner Connie Kalitta denied any talks with Amazon.

Share story. Sebastian points out that despite recent remarks about not being a replacement or a competitor to major shipping services, Amazon could develop enough expertise in the field to offer transportation to other companies. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records. Amazon pledged it would create 2, new jobs at the facility, of which will be full-time. Those facilities are sitting unused, he said. Its oldest plane is 37 years old. Sign Up Now. In comparison, Amazon currently operates 68 jets in the U.

The Latest on Vox. Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. Amazon has been among the biggest lessors of converted Boeing Co. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG. A plane from, say, Seattle, would fly to Ohio full of items needed by other fulfillment centers across the nation, and fly back carrying items requested by Seattle-area shoppers. Aircraft converters like Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. Yet none are for newer-generation jets. Even as airlines scale back fleets to prepare for a much slower return to pre-pandemic demand levels, only the oldest jets with some life left in them will be converted since the process is irreversible, he said.

Although the company has unveiled several green initiatives, it currently has no new aircraft in its fleet and none on order. There were no other details about the land purchase immediately available, nor what the giant Internet retailer plans to do with it. Once details of the project were publicly disclosed, there were widespread rumors that Amazon would bulk up its fleet of cargo jets with a blockbuster order for jets , because the new hub will have room for that many aircraft. Dominic Gates: or dgates seattletimes. Haulers are seeking ways to be green. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon. It also has an Uber-like program enabling individuals to sign up as delivery workers. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s.

After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. According to multiple sources in the airplane-leasing world, Amazon also held separate, unsuccessful talks during that trial with at least two other air-cargo airlines: Atlas Air based in Purchase, N. Amazon has acquired acres of land for the massive air cargo hub it is developing at the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport, an Amazon senior vice president said Friday. Amazon has completed a deal with a cargo-airline partner to run its own airfreight delivery operation flying 20 used Boeing cargo jets. Just added acres of land as part of the future CVG air hub. UPS averages about 20 years and FedEx about 23 years. The Amazon facility will be the eventual home to 40 Amazon Prime Air planes the company is leasing to transport packages between its own warehouses. The Latest on Vox. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. Sign Up Now.

This is ahead of a larger global aviation sector plan, called Corsia, that seeks to stabilize carbon footprints with emissions compensated by projects like tree planting or supporting the substitution of solar cookers for coal-fired stoves. There were no other details about the land purchase immediately available, nor what the giant Internet retailer plans to do with it. Many freight companies have signed up to offset carbon. By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Share story. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. Emissions data on the impact of air cargo carriers on the environment is patchy. In January , Amazon signed a long-term lease with the airport to develop its Prime Air cargo hub.

But in a recent earnings call, a top Amazon executive said the company sought to complement those services, not replace them. Haulers are seeking ways to be green. Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email. The pipeline of new freighters coming out of Everett is committed solely to FedEx, which has 81 of the jets on order. Thank you! Check the box if you do not wish to receive promotional offers via email from TIME. However, according to employees on the program, Boeing is trying to speed up the production line in Everett, which could open up some new delivery slots. The Leadership Brief. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon.

Although the company has unveiled several green initiatives, it currently has no new aircraft in its fleet and none on order. A year-old wide-body is about a third of the price of a brand new one, though that factor narrows after discounts. Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight. Once details of the project were publicly disclosed, there were widespread rumors that Amazon would bulk up its fleet of cargo jets with a blockbuster order for jets , because the new hub will have room for that many aircraft. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG. Excited for Amazon, customers, and Kentucky! After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U.

That lease involves airport land Amazon rented for at least 50 years. Even as airlines scale back fleets to prepare for a much slower return to pre-pandemic demand levels, only the oldest jets with some life left in them will be converted since the process is irreversible, he said. By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. In June, Amazon said it was expanding its strong fleet by leasing 12 converted Boeing passenger jets, including a year-old model it took delivery of in May. Amazon has completed a deal with a cargo-airline partner to run its own airfreight delivery operation flying 20 used Boeing cargo jets. Sign Up Now. Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. You can unsubscribe at any time. The Aerosmith trial with ATSG appears to have been successful enough to persuade Amazon to make the operation permanent and scale it up, substantially raising the stakes. A senior aviation-industry executive with knowledge of the discussions between Amazon and ATSG said the Seattle company asked for a larger stake in the airline, up to 49 percent, which would have given it effective control.

Correction appended Friday, Aug. Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. By Alex Fitzpatrick. That lease involves airport land Amazon rented for at least 50 years. Haulers are seeking ways to be green. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is leasing 40 cargo planes to help get packages to customers, the company announced Friday. The Leadership Brief. Amazon fights FAA over hazardous cargo as it grows freighter jet fleet. Please enter a valid email address.

Thank you! Even as airlines scale back fleets to prepare for a much slower return to pre-pandemic demand levels, only the oldest jets with some life left in them will be converted since the process is irreversible, he said. Amazon fights FAA over hazardous cargo as it grows freighter jet fleet. Boeing relaunch good for discount, charter airlines, analyst says. Sign up for the newsletter Recode Daily Email required. Jan 12, , pm PST. Amazon pledged it would create 2, new jobs at the facility, of which will be full-time. Aircraft converters like Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.

A senior aviation-industry executive with knowledge of the discussions between Amazon and ATSG said the Seattle company asked for a larger stake in the airline, up to 49 percent, which would have given it effective control. Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox. Amazon has acquired acres of land for the massive air cargo hub it is developing at the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport, an Amazon senior vice president said Friday. Just added acres of land as part of the future CVG air hub. On Twitter gonzalezseattle. Yet none are for newer-generation jets. Related Content. Amazon has been among the biggest lessors of converted Boeing Co.

You can unsubscribe at any time. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. Sign up for the newsletter Recode Daily Email required. By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Seeking to build up a cargo fleet as fast as possible, Amazon has also been in discussions with Boeing to buy new freighters, according to two people with knowledge of the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the discussions. Amazon pledged it would create 2, new jobs at the facility, of which will be full-time. The online retailer will open its own cargo air hub in Northern Kentucky, where it plans to employ 2, people, it announced today. The Aerosmith trial with ATSG appears to have been successful enough to persuade Amazon to make the operation permanent and scale it up, substantially raising the stakes.

Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex. On Twitter gonzalezseattle. Boeing relaunch good for discount, charter airlines, analyst says. The company has received approval to lease acres in total, the publication reported. Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Still, the economic case for buying older aircraft remains compelling. UPS averages about 20 years and FedEx about 23 years. That lease involves airport land Amazon rented for at least 50 years. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records.

If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. By Dominic Gates. Amazon has been among the biggest lessors of converted Boeing Co. Amazon has acquired acres of land for the massive air cargo hub it is developing at the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport, an Amazon senior vice president said Friday. The Amazon facility will be the eventual home to 40 Amazon Prime Air planes the company is leasing to transport packages between its own warehouses. The company has received approval to lease acres in total, the publication reported. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U.

The Amazon facility will be the eventual home to 40 Amazon Prime Air planes the company is leasing to transport packages between its own warehouses. Even as airlines scale back fleets to prepare for a much slower return to pre-pandemic demand levels, only the oldest jets with some life left in them will be converted since the process is irreversible, he said. Thank you! By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. However, Amazon now owns a minority stake in the latter firm, while it has reportedly expressed interest in increasing its investment — a sign that it may ramp up its aviation operations in the future. Emissions data on the impact of air cargo carriers on the environment is patchy. Local airport and elected officials welcome the investment, the airport spokeswoman added. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG.

By Alex Fitzpatrick. Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. UPS averages about 20 years and FedEx about 23 years. Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight. And in the future it may get bigger. Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. Yet none are for newer-generation jets. However, according to employees on the program, Boeing is trying to speed up the production line in Everett, which could open up some new delivery slots. Emissions data on the impact of air cargo carriers on the environment is patchy.

Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U. View This List. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG. Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon. The case for funding psychedelics to treat mental health By Sigal Samuel. Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. Amazon has completed a deal with a cargo-airline partner to run its own airfreight delivery operation flying 20 used Boeing cargo jets. By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Notice and European users agree to the data transfer policy.

Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. September 25, Kalitta Air owner Connie Kalitta denied any talks with Amazon. Emissions data on the impact of air cargo carriers on the environment is patchy. In comparison, Amazon currently operates 68 jets in the U. It also has an Uber-like program enabling individuals to sign up as delivery workers. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records.

Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. The Latest on Vox. Sebastian points out that despite recent remarks about not being a replacement or a competitor to major shipping services, Amazon could develop enough expertise in the field to offer transportation to other companies. Still, the economic case for buying older aircraft remains compelling. Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. This is ahead of a larger global aviation sector plan, called Corsia, that seeks to stabilize carbon footprints with emissions compensated by projects like tree planting or supporting the substitution of solar cookers for coal-fired stoves. By Dominic Gates.

Amazon fights FAA over hazardous cargo as it grows freighter jet fleet. According to the deal announced Wednesday, ATSG will provide the s on leases running five to seven years, which is typical in the air-leasing world, and will use its base in Wilmington, Ohio, as the hub of the Amazon air-cargo operation. Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is leasing 40 cargo planes to help get packages to customers, the company announced Friday. Just added acres of land as part of the future CVG air hub. Haulers are seeking ways to be green.

Kalitta Air owner Connie Kalitta denied any talks with Amazon. Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon. In comparison, Amazon currently operates 68 jets in the U. The Latest on Vox. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is leasing 40 cargo planes to help get packages to customers, the company announced Friday. Its oldest plane is 37 years old.

Dominic Gates: or dgates seattletimes. Atlas could not be reached Wednesday. The Aerosmith trial with ATSG appears to have been successful enough to persuade Amazon to make the operation permanent and scale it up, substantially raising the stakes. By Alex Fitzpatrick. A plane from, say, Seattle, would fly to Ohio full of items needed by other fulfillment centers across the nation, and fly back carrying items requested by Seattle-area shoppers. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Emissions data on the impact of air cargo carriers on the environment is patchy. Amazon said 16 of the planes are already in service. Amazon pledged it would create 2, new jobs at the facility, of which will be full-time.

Even as airlines scale back fleets to prepare for a much slower return to pre-pandemic demand levels, only the oldest jets with some life left in them will be converted since the process is irreversible, he said. Share story. Although the company has unveiled several green initiatives, it currently has no new aircraft in its fleet and none on order. Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex. Correction appended Friday, Aug. The online retailer will open its own cargo air hub in Northern Kentucky, where it plans to employ 2, people, it announced today. Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. Its oldest plane is 37 years old.

News of smaller Amazon deals to lease cargo aircraft has been previously reported. Seeking to build up a cargo fleet as fast as possible, Amazon has also been in discussions with Boeing to buy new freighters, according to two people with knowledge of the negotiations who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the discussions. By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. But in a recent earnings call, a top Amazon executive said the company sought to complement those services, not replace them. Boeing relaunch good for discount, charter airlines, analyst says. That registration once belonged to a hot air balloon that was destroyed in the early s, according to FAA records. The case for funding psychedelics to treat mental health By Sigal Samuel. Amazon fights FAA over hazardous cargo as it grows freighter jet fleet. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG. Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex.

Sebastian points out that despite recent remarks about not being a replacement or a competitor to major shipping services, Amazon could develop enough expertise in the field to offer transportation to other companies. Amazon pledged it would create 2, new jobs at the facility, of which will be full-time. The Seattle-based tech company's land deal is in addition to the land it leased and is developing as part of a long-term agreement with the airport. By Alex Fitzpatrick. Amazon One. Subscribe to the Recode Newsletter. Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U. Sign up for the newsletter Recode Daily Email required. A senior aviation-industry executive with knowledge of the discussions between Amazon and ATSG said the Seattle company asked for a larger stake in the airline, up to 49 percent, which would have given it effective control. Many find a second life in the fleets of Amazon.

Share story. Many freight companies have signed up to offset carbon. Amazon One. It is NA. You can unsubscribe at any time. By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. Right now a typical shipment to an Amazon customer could be coming from three or four different warehouses in far-off corners of the country, said Marc Wulfraat, president of MWPVL International, a logistics consultancy that closely tracks Amazon. But in a recent earnings call, a top Amazon executive said the company sought to complement those services, not replace them.

We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. The Amazon facility will be the eventual home to 40 Amazon Prime Air planes the company is leasing to transport packages between its own warehouses. Aircraft converters like Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is leasing 40 cargo planes to help get packages to customers, the company announced Friday. Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. Share story. Amazon One. Check the box if you do not wish to receive promotional offers via email from TIME. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. According to the deal announced Wednesday, ATSG will provide the s on leases running five to seven years, which is typical in the air-leasing world, and will use its base in Wilmington, Ohio, as the hub of the Amazon air-cargo operation.

Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. Correction appended Friday, Aug. On Twitter gonzalezseattle. Boeing weighs urgent plan to double production in Everett. Amazon said 16 of the planes are already in service. Boeing relaunch good for discount, charter airlines, analyst says. Those facilities are sitting unused, he said. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments.

Cookie banner We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Atlas could not be reached Wednesday. Share story. By choosing I Accept , you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex. Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter Timely, incisive articles delivered directly to your inbox. Check the box if you do not wish to receive promotional offers via email from TIME. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses.

Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. Atlas could not be reached Wednesday. It is NA. The case for funding psychedelics to treat mental health By Sigal Samuel. A plane from, say, Seattle, would fly to Ohio full of items needed by other fulfillment centers across the nation, and fly back carrying items requested by Seattle-area shoppers. After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. Amazon has completed a deal with a cargo-airline partner to run its own airfreight delivery operation flying 20 used Boeing cargo jets. Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U. Sebastian points out that despite recent remarks about not being a replacement or a competitor to major shipping services, Amazon could develop enough expertise in the field to offer transportation to other companies.

By Dominic Gates. Check the box if you do not wish to receive promotional offers via email from TIME. Amazon points out that its recycled s are powered by the same engines as new s. Last year, the company rolled out a fleet of thousands of tractor trailers to move products between its warehouses. According to the deal announced Wednesday, ATSG will provide the s on leases running five to seven years, which is typical in the air-leasing world, and will use its base in Wilmington, Ohio, as the hub of the Amazon air-cargo operation. The online retail giant has also been talking to Boeing about potentially buying new freighters, according to two reliable sources. Write to Alex Fitzpatrick at alex. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant is leasing 40 cargo planes to help get packages to customers, the company announced Friday. This is ahead of a larger global aviation sector plan, called Corsia, that seeks to stabilize carbon footprints with emissions compensated by projects like tree planting or supporting the substitution of solar cookers for coal-fired stoves.

Jan 12, , pm PST. On Twitter gonzalezseattle. Amazon's Prime Air cargo fleet is bigger than ever and has a new name. It accounted for 2. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Beyond planes, the company has bought thousands of its own truck trailers and is also starting to act as an ocean freight shipping operator to move goods between China and the U. One, the senior aviation-industry executive, said Amazon discussed with Boeing a purchase of six to 10 new s to supplement the fleet of used cargo aircraft acquired through the deal with ATSG. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. Newer-generation aircraft are not yet being converted for freight.

Ned Laird, retired former managing director of Seattle-based consultancy Air Cargo Management Group and who remains in touch with industry players, said Amazon is acquiring the use of important facilities at the hub. Boeing weighs urgent plan to double production in Everett. View This List. That lease involves airport land Amazon rented for at least 50 years. If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. Many freight companies have signed up to offset carbon. Visit Our Sponsors.

After running a secretive trial since last summer with five Boeing s leased from freight carrier Air Transport Services Group ATSG , Amazon confirmed Wednesday an agreement to let ATSG run a dedicated air-cargo network and expand the operation to four times its size. Not only does Amazon have enough volume to justify the leasing of the airplanes from a dollars-and-cents standpoint, the setup could also dramatically speed up shipments. Sign Up Now. In comparison, Amazon currently operates 68 jets in the U. Are Boeing and Amazon negotiating a huge freighter order? Aircraft converters like Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. In January , Amazon signed a long-term lease with the airport to develop its Prime Air cargo hub. If you don't get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. By Dominic Gates.