OREANDA-NEWS. For the purpose of unique AN-124-100 fleet compliance with ICAO prospective requirements and even more efficient operations Volga-Dnepr Group launched the tender for design activities on AN-124-100 fleet. The modernization project will include Research and Development work followed by EASA and/or FAA certification and further modification of the currently operated fleet. The initial stage of the project will start in early 2014. A number of Russian and foreign companies will take part in the tender.