Alaska Airlines expands cargo division and establishes new leadership

This week, the Alaska Airlines board of directors elected Ian Morgan as the new Vice President of Cargo Alaska Airlines. In parallel, Jason Berry was made an Executive Vice President at the Alaska Air Group. Inc. parent company level, while also maintaining his role as President of Horizon Air.

Morgan will lead the day-to-day cargo operations and the nearly 600 employees who make up Alaska Air Cargo. He will also be responsible for managing the continued growth of Alaska Air Group's cargo business – operated by both Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines.

Berry will provide enterprise oversight of the cargo business while continuing in his separate role as President of Horizon Air, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alaska Air Group.

"We couldn't be more thrilled about this next chapter for Alaska Air Cargo," said Air Group President and CEO Ben Minicucci. "With these leaders, we're well positioned for unlimited future success as we grow and expand our cargo operations to deliver for everyone who depends on us."

At Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, cargo plays a critical role in the communities the airlines serve. Cargo is a strategic function for the business and enables both airlines to support multiple needs for customers.

The Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines combination offers a unique opportunity to pair complimentary cargo networks that can strengthen both brands globally and domestically, and leverage cargo even more strategically. Both airlines share a knowledge and appreciation for the cargo needs of communities that are uniquely reliant on air travel.