Network Airline Management delivers urgent Ebola relief to the DRC

Network Airline Management (NAM) recently played a key role in a multi-stage humanitarian airbridge, transporting over 100 metric tonnes of emergency supplies destined for the Democratic Republic of Congo. Working on behalf of our customer, AVICO, NAM successfully managed the long-haul sector of this mission, transporting the critical cargo from our Liège hub in Belgium to Nairobi, Kenya. Upon arrival, the supplies were seamlessly transferred to a NAM partner airline, Astral Aviation, which completed the final sector of the flight into the affected region.

This operation, coordinated in partnership with the European Union, UNICEF, and other logistics partners, involved the transport of vital personal protective equipment (PPE), medical supplies, and clinical materials. These items are designed to provide immediate support to frontline health workers and institutions operating in the areas most affected by the recent Ebola outbreak.

Sam Lindsey, NAM’s Commercial and Operations Director, stated: "Recognising the absolute urgency of the situation, we prioritised this shipment and did everything possible to create a window of availability within our operational schedule to ensure the cargo reached the transit point for the DRC as soon as possible. Our deep-rooted expertise across the African continent allows us to navigate the unique complexities of the region and we are proud to have utilised the specialised air cargo capabilities of our Boeing 747-400 freighter fleet to get this aid moving without delay."

Network remains dedicated to utilising our extensive network and operational expertise to support international humanitarian relief efforts across Africa. When global organisations and our partners require an immediate, high-capacity response, Network Airline Management is prepared to provide the reliable air bridge necessary to move essential aid from the tarmac to the front lines.