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"Gulf Air can boast more than 55 years experience in flying cargo throughout the Middle East region and across the world - more than many of its regional competitors combined," says Vertannes.
"The drive and ambition to innovate and provide the highest levels of customer service are stronger than ever.
"We will be delivering several key messages to attendees at this event foremost among which will be Gulf Air's unmatched Middle East network," he adds.
"In addition we will promote our new road feeder services from Muscat to the UAE and from Bahrain to Dammam, Saudi Arabia and new enhancements to our e-commerce offering."
Vertannes is very bullish about the future of the cargo business in the Middle East and Gulf Air's ability to grow its business.
"The Middle East is no different to other parts of the world when it comes to the outlook for cargo," he says. "The International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicts growth of five to six per cent annually, which is far rosier than the passenger forecasts."
Freight traffic witnessed double digit growth of 19.9. per cent last year, according to the latest figures from IATA. Freight demand has also grown at a higher rate than the freight capacity in 2005.
Many of the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) states are reaping the benefits of high oil prices and experiencing a boom in development. This can only bode well for cargo traffic in and out of the region.
TIACA's biennial International Air Cargo Forum and Exposition, which rotates between Europe, North America and Asia, is the premier air cargo industry event, where air cargo decision-makers from around world gather to address current industry challenges and opportunities.
Attendees include representatives from the air cargo logistics industry including: airlines, forwarders, airports, ground handlers, all-cargo carriers, motor carriers, customs brokers, logistics, integrators, shippers, multimodal, customs and educational institutions.
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Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News Editor
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