With a political will, the remaining 10% shares apparently have been finalized and therefore Cargolux China (CVC) will most likely start operations in the first quarter of 2018.
In the last quarter of 2016 we had an issue with a Direct Entry Captain being hired through a pilot contracting company who has been earmarked for CVC. After several meetings, an agreement was reached while we understand the direction of CVC.
In these meetings, we highlighted that the requirements for direct entry captains with no long haul or heavy aircraft experience may be problematic for the Chinese National Authority (CAAC). The regulations in China are a mirror of the FAA regulations. Taking this into account, we see that many of the First Officers currently employed at CV Luxembourg would qualify to be trained and operate as captains at CVC.
As we approach the commencement of CVC we wish to have a clear picture of how many pilots (Captains and First Officers) currently employed at Cargolux Luxembourg (CV) would like to apply for a position at CVC.
As the ALPL, our principles remain the same, that a strict order of seniority would be used to ask who wishes to go on these contracts.
From our understanding, the following principles would also be a requirement from management.
- Accept a contract for three years
- A commutable contract where the duty commences from Luxembourg to deadhead to CGO and on completion of the duties, deadhead back to Luxembourg where the duties are completed.
We also attached the offer that has been communicated for direct entry captains and first officers for your reference. This is only a reference and may not reflect the real final contract.
If you are interested, please fill in the survey. Although we require your names, we would like to assure you that this specific data will remain confidential when negotiating with management.
Please bear in mind that we as your board neither support or condemn the commencement of the China operation, since the launch of this subsidiary is a decision that receives a lot of political support in Luxembourg. It is beyond our influence to challenge business decisions. We acknowledge the fact that the project will go ahead and consequently try to represent the interest of our members who will be affected by this decision, making sure that any possible subsidiary will not be used to further erode our working conditions in Luxembourg.
