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Dec 12, 2023 (newstodate): The opening of Greenland's new Transatlantic airport at Nuuk, slated for November 28, 2024, will augur new potentials for Air Greenland Cargo as well.
   -I expect both import and export volumes to grow; import shipments will see shorter transit times, allowing for import of new products moving from sea to air transportation, says Soren Norso, Air Greenland Head of Cargo since July 2023, bringing in rich experience from almost 11 years in various positions with SAS Cargo.
   -As for exports, the focus will be on Greenland's rich resources in seafood comprising not only pelagic fish like cod and halibut, but also specialties like snow crabs and sea cucumber, in strong demand in the Asian markets. Today, all seafood cargo is transported by sea, while air transport would offer longer shelf lives and shorter transport times for not least fresh seafood products.
   -Opening up for new seafood logistics will allow Greenland's producers and exporters to present the markets with new high-quality products fished and harvested in Greenland's oceanic environment, in contrast to products raised in industrial settings.
   -With only one Airbus A330-800 in Air Greenland's fleet, we will need and seek meaningful cooperation with other airline partners to expand our reach into new markets, while listening closely to the requirements and wishes among Greenland's seafood producers and all stake-holders in the seafood logistic chain, including also the freight forwarders.
   -In short: we are looking into an entirely new scenario for Air Greenland Cargo and eager to tap into, and develop, new market opportunities to the benefit of Greenland's society, the country's economic development and the continued growth of Air Greenland and its cargo business, says Mr Norso, now based at Nuuk.