Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP) has paid tribute to J. Martin Schröder, founder of Martinair, who died today (2 October 2024) aged 93.
Schröder founded charter airline Martin’s Air Charter in 1958, which grew into Martinair.
Martinair developed into an important passenger and cargo airline, which developed close cooperation with KLM and eventually became Air France KLM Martinair Cargo.
Adriaan den Heijer, EVP Air France KLM Cargo and Managing Director of Martinair, says, “Martin Schröder will be remembered as a man who pursued his dreams with passion and perseverance. His name will remain closely linked to aviation in the Netherlands and beyond. His vision, courage and innovative spirit will continue to inspire us all.”