IAG Cargo flies to Grenada’s aid
21 / 08 / 2024
Photo: IAG Cargo
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group, whose brands include British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus and Vueling, has delivered critical aid to Grenada in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.
The cargo division of International Airlines Group, whose brands include British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus and Vueling, has worked with organisations including the Grenada Overseas Association Manchester and All Saints Parish Church Bedford, alongside the Grenada High Commission in the UK to transport aid to the Caribbean island following the disaster on 1 July.
In early August, critical items were flown on a British Airways 777 to Maurice Bishop International Airport, including first aid kits, water purification systems, bedding, non-perishable food items and hygiene supplies.
Chief commercial officer, John Cheetham, said: “IAG Cargo is committed to swift action during humanitarian crises. Leveraging our global network, we are proud to collaborate with charities to deliver essential aid to Grenada and I’m thankful to our team who have worked to support this effort.”
High Commissioner for Grenada, Her Excellency Rachér Croney thanked all involved in the effort, adding: “Without the efforts of Grenadians in the diaspora answering the call and rising to the challenge this could not have been possible and we certainly could not have done it without the partnerships and philanthropic contributions of international organisations such as IAG Cargo. We are thankful for their assistance and generosity during our time of need.”
Earlier efforts by the air freight industry to support the victims of the Hurricane Beryl included Air Partner, which arranged a cargo charter flight from Miami to Montego Bay in Jamaica on 6 July.
Other recent aid efforts by IAG Cargo include 125 tonnes of aid shipments with the British Red Cross to Ukraine and donating 3,000 pieces of cricket equipment to Pakistan following a flooding crisis.
