Vatry's new cargo terminal is rapidly taking shape and is scheduled to be operational by year-end. The annual aggregate volume of cargo transiting through the Vatry complex has increased to such an extent that the current terminal can no longer handle the business alone. And business in expected to continue to grow. Avient has expanded services with the addition of a second DC10. Coyne continues regular air shipments to CIS member nations. And cargo handlers are turning to Vatry in ever increasing numbers for charter operations of ever increasing regularity. With the air cargo sector continuing to expand worldwide, the construction of a second cargo terminal was essential if Vatry was to keep pace with anticipated development.

In addition to infrastructure enhancements which will include the latest in automated systems by SIEMENS, Vatry International Airport has initiated development and renovation work to better satisfy user needs and expectations. Numerous changes and improvements are being made to Cargo Terminal 1. A further 60 000 m² of apron space - in addition to the current 45 000 m² - is under construction. A technical building is being erected for the dedicated maintenance of airport equipment. And the ELWIS system is being implemented to provide for the computerized management of cargo flow.

Vatry clearly seeks to confirm its vocation as a dedicated cargo facility and, given the undeniable attributes with which the airport is endowed, to position itself as a leader in its class. First, there is the airport's attractive geographical location and proximity to major north-south/ east-west motorways which provide the facility with a steady flow of truck traffic to and from Europe's northeastern heartland. In addition, Vatry International Airport is open for business 24/7, boasts a practised team of onsite cargo handling staff, and is equipped with a 2500 m² temperature-controlled perishable goods centre which allows for the processing of shipments of fresh produce and storage of the latter under optimal conditions. Vatry is both a Border Inspection Point and Point of Entry to the European Union for all manner of incoming goods and produce, and benefits from the onsite presence of government-operated customs, phytosanitary and veterinary inspection services. Each of the latter has been actively involved in promoting development at Vatry. These vital attributes, together with the consistent high quality of services offered, have earned Vatry a privileged reputation with users.

For a closer look at Cargo Terminal 2 and other initiatives currently under way, we invite you to log on to our website and view the regularly updated photos of work in progress. You will then more readily appreciate the extent of the work being carried out and be able to monitor developments through to completion and inauguration.

We look forward to apprising you, in person, of ongoing expansion at Vatry International Airport at the upcoming Air Cargo Forum, which is scheduled to take place in Calgary from 12 to 14 September 2006. If you are planning to attend this event in Alberta, Canada, do stop by and see us at Stand N°902. The Vatry team, together with our colleagues from partner Avient, will be pleased to welcome you among us and treat you to a glass of champagne compliments of one of the world-renowned producers located in the vicinity of the airport. See you in Calgary!