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Old 08-16-2023, 02:52 AM
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Old 08-16-2023, 04:42 AM
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That's not an accurate statement.

In actual FACT, the relationship with DHL is more than "contractual". They literally own 49% of Polar. And Polar is continuing to operate flights for DHL. So, it ain't "done".
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Old 08-16-2023, 05:02 AM
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ACMI contracts come, ACMI contracts go...

Most of the planes DHL are dropping are being scooped up by Atlas' other customers. Its only a net loss of like 2 jets so, big whoop. Chances are DHL will be back the next time a flying contract with them comes up for bid.

Atlas does well during recessions. I wouldn't be surprised if the customers that they placed the surplus airplanes with aren't paying better anyway.
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This was shared with us in confidence…
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Old 08-16-2023, 06:47 AM
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This was shared with us in confidence…
A company wide Teams meeting? lol.
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Originally Posted by SealingStemBolt View Post
A company wide Teams meeting? lol.
The information presented was confidential. Does that sound better?

at any rate how can we expect management to open up with anything if it’s posted on
public forums right after?
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Originally Posted by Lionhaart View Post
The information presented was confidential. Does that sound better?

at any rate how can we expect management to open up with anything if it’s posted on
public forums right after?
If they told the entire company it was probably a strategic move. They more than likely are counting on the information being leaked. If they didn’t want the public to know they would not tell the rank and file.
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If they told the entire company it was probably a strategic move. They more than likely are counting on the information being leaked. If they didn’t want the public to know they would not tell the rank and file.
Doubtful, last crew call it was asked if they would be willing to share information like this. They said they would be more interested but they expected a bit of discretion also.

So way to go. It all but lasted a few weeks. 🙄
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Gents, Ladies, consider whether you're discussing company confidential information. Not that secrecy is awesome (secrets are for armchair generals, and middle school vice principals), but we don't want to burn direct communications channels.
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Originally Posted by SealingStemBolt View Post
ACMI contracts come, ACMI contracts go...

Most of the planes DHL are dropping are being scooped up by Atlas' other customers. Its only a net loss of like 2 jets so, big whoop. Chances are DHL will be back the next time a flying contract with them comes up for bid.

Atlas does well during recessions. I wouldn't be surprised if the customers that they placed the surplus airplanes with aren't paying better anyway.
So Polar will still operate the 777s? Only the 767s are parked?
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