ECS Group has been selected by Asiana Airlines as its exclusive global General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA) partner to manage the airline's international belly cargo business.

The GSSA agreement formalizes ECS Group's role in providing cargo services and supports Asiana's logistics strategy following the divestment of its freighter division.

Effective August 1, ECS Group provides end-to-end services—including sales, reservations, customer service, and ground handling coordination—across 33 major locations in 9 countries throughout Europe, the Americas, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.

ECS Group operates in more than 60 countries and works with over 100 airlines, providing services to support Asiana's global belly cargo operations.

"We are honoured to partner with Asiana Airlines and proud of the expertise our teams bring to this collaboration. Leveraging ECS Group's global network, we are committed to supporting Asiana Airlines with reliable, efficient, and tailored cargo solutions worldwide," Jean Ceccaldi, CEO of ECS Group, said.

Asiana Airlines has transitioned to a fully belly cargo-based model, utilizing the lower holds of its passenger aircraft—including the A350-900, which offers up to 18 tons of cargo capacity.

The airline is strategically focused on transporting high-demand, time-critical shipments such as semiconductor components, fresh food, and small express cargo.

According to an Asiana Airlines official, "By combining ECS Group's global network with Asiana's expertise, we will respond proactively to the global air cargo market. We will continue to provide systematic and specialized services going forward."

This exclusive partnership enables Asiana Airlines to maintain a competitive edge in international air logistics, even after the sale of its freighter operations—implemented in response to regulatory directives from European and Japanese authorities.

In 2024, Asiana Airlines carried approximately 158,000 tons of belly cargo on international passenger flights.

With ECS Group managing its cargo strategy, the airline plans to expand its global network while maintaining service and operational standards.