Happy Design Studio (Stand W362) has signed a contract to design the new liveries for freighters operated by Maximus Air Cargo, based here in the United Arab Emirates. This is the French company’s first major deal in the region; it has expanded quickly since launching its specialist aircraft paint scheme operation two years ago at the 2009 Dubai Air Show.
The Maximus aircraft that are set to receive fresh color schemes are five Airbus A300-600s, a pair of Antonov An-124s and one Ilyushin Il-72. “Depending on the shape of the aircraft, Maximus’ paint scheme will be adapted and the colors may be adjusted,” Happy Design Studio founder and designer Didier Wolff explained. In addition, Wolff will create a new logo for the carrier. The first A300-600 is to set to roll out of the paint shop early in 2012, with the rest of the fleet following that same year. “We have always done business with ambition and innovation, and now we are looking to add even more panache to our business as we aim for an even bigger share of the global cargo market,” said Fathi Buhazza, president and CEO of Maximus Air Cargo.
