Etihad Cargo SecureTech to make transportation of consumer electronics safer
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has launched SecureTech. This new product is the ninth addition to the carrier’s suite of premium products and is dedicated to the safe and secure transportation of consumer electronics, including mobile phones, laptops, tablets and other lithium battery-powered devices. Etihad Cargo has developed and launched […]
Passenger travel powers cargo operations
With travel effectively back to pre-pandemic levels globally, airports have shifted their focus back to passenger operations, putting a squeeze on freighter-only operations. As the industry settles into its next chapter, the winners seem to be those who can combine both passenger and cargo operations to ensure connectivity in key destinations, guaranteeing coverage into the […]
Etihad Cargo attains IATA CEIV Lithium Batteries Certification
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has achieved the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Centre of Excellence for Independent Validators Lithium Batteries (CEIV Li-batt) certification. The carrier is the third Middle Eastern airline to attain this certification and has become only the fifth airline globally to achieve CEIV Pharma, Fresh, Live […]
Collaboration to grow the cool chain
When examining the pharmaceutical market in the airfreight industry, there is a consistent growth trend projected for the next 15 years, ranging between eight to 15%, depending on the specific commodity in consideration. With pharmaceutical and life sciences cargo needing to be moved quickly and carefully, Etihad Cargo is looking to capitalise on […]
Etihad Cargo, Abu Dhabi Airports and Abu Dhabi Food Hub sign MoU to diversify food trade
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Airports, a key enabler of the emirate’s aviation sector, and Abu Dhabi Food Hub – KEZAD, the region’s largest and first dedicated food wholesale market and logistic hub, have signed a tri-party memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly establish a fully compliant and […]
Africa’s growing potential
While other regions faltered throughout 2023, cargo carriers across Africa enjoyed a strong showing, with plenty of untapped potential remaining. Africa has predominantly served as an import market, particularly from the Far East into the continent. However, there has been a dynamic shift with growing markets adapting to changing demands. Each country undergoes a […]
Abu Dhabi to Asia
Having grown its presence in Asia, Etihad Cargo offers 335 weekly scheduled passenger and freighter flights across major trade routes in the region. As part of the carrier’s winter schedule, Etihad Cargo has also strengthened its commitment to the Asian market, introducing additional cargo capacity via new routes and increased frequencies. For China, […]
Etihad Cargo launches innovative pricing solution
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has launched an innovative Instant Offer Rate (IOR) tool, further enhancing the carrier’s online booking portal to streamline the booking process, provide faster response times and offer improved levels of customer service. Developed in collaboration with IBS Software, Etihad Cargo’s IOR solution will enable the […]
Etihad partners with WFS for Copenhagen launch
Etihad Airways has appointed Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, as its cargo handling partner in Copenhagen for the launch of its first-ever flights connecting Abu Dhabi and Denmark. WFS handles up to 5,000 tonnes of cargo a year for the airline, which commenced four Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights a week […]
Evolving to meet global demand
As the national carrier of the UAE, Etihad Cargo has played a pivotal role in helping the emirate of Abu Dhabi cement its position as a global air cargo hub in a relatively short period of time. Since the carrier’s establishment, Etihad Cargo has set its sights on global growth and has added depth to […]
Transforming operations with technology
Etihad Cargo, the airfreight wing of Etihad Airways, has embarked on a digitalisation revolution that is transforming not only its air cargo operations but also its overall business. The company’s strong desire to innovate, coupled with the availability of new technological advances, has created the perfect opportunity for Etihad Cargo to embrace digital transformation. […]
Etihad Cargo enhances US cool chain capabilities with WFS partnership
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has enhanced its cool chain capabilities in the US through the expansion of the carrier’s network with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group. Etihad Cargo’s customers will benefit from consistent end-to-end cargo services via the carrier’s PharmaLife and FreshForward products in […]
Etihad Cargo to host third ACE conference
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Aviation Group, will serve as host airline for the third ACE event, taking place between the 4th and 6th of December 2023. Held at the W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island hotel, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the focus of the conference will be on the Middle […]
Etihad Cargo appoints Director West Cargo Commercial
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has promoted Soufyan Mouaniss to the role of Director West Cargo Commercial. Soufyan will lead all commercial activity for the carrier in the West region, including Europe and the Americas. He will be based in Etihad Cargo’s head office in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Soufyan joined […]
Etihad Cargo appoints WFS as US-wide cargo handling agent
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has appointed Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, as the carrier’s US cargo handling partner to enhance its capabilities in the region. Etihad Cargo has expanded its network with WFS to incorporate all the carrier’s stations in the US. From 3 […]
Etihad Cargo appoints Area General Manager – Indian Subcontinent
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has appointed Giridharan Srinivasan to the role of Area General Manager – Indian Subcontinent. Based in Bangalore, Srinivasan will report directly to Latha Narayan, Etihad Cargo’s Director East Cargo Commercial – APAC, Australasia and Indian Subcontinent. He will be responsible for establishing new and further […]
Etihad Cargo expands east
In a move that underscores its commitment to expanding its global reach, Etihad Cargo has launched a new, direct connection from Abu Dhabi to Ezhou Huahu Airport in China. This step comes as part of Etihad Cargo’s broader plan to capitalise on the opportunities in the Chinese market. “Connecting directly to Ezhou Huahu Airport builds […]
Expanded schedule boosts Etihad Cargo’s capacity
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, will offer customers and partners more belly hold cargo capacity across the carrier’s global network, announcing new routes and increased frequencies from September 2023. The airline’s winter schedule will introduce 29 weekly passenger flights to new destinations and will have an increase of 90 passenger […]
Etihad Cargo ramps up cargo capacity for China
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has further enhanced the carrier’s freighter network with the addition of a weekly freighter service to Guangzhou. Offering a new freighter route to Guangzhou comes in response to increased demand for cargo capacity for China and bolsters Etihad Cargo’s existing freighter network, bringing the total […]
National Air Cargo Group partners with Etihad Cargo on USPS ICAIR 2023-27 programme
U.S. based National Airlines, a division of National Air Cargo Group, Inc., has entered an interline agreement with Middle East’s dynamic Etihad Cargo to successfully roll out the ICAIR23 program for the United States Postal Service (USPS). This agreement initiates a unique partnership, as it combines National’s extensive experience in providing international freight transportation services […]
Etihad Cargo exceeds operational performance targets
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has continued to surpass operational performance targets, achieving improvements across key performance measures in the first half of 2023. Building on the strong operational performance of the carrier’s freighter operations in 2022, Etihad Cargo achieved 82.7% on-time performance (OTP) for freighter departures and 82 per cent […]
Tailored animal transportation: From pets to conservation
Transporting live animals poses unique challenges within the air cargo industry. Each type of animal has specific requirements, ranging from minimising stress and discomfort to providing suitable space, ventilation, and environmental conditions. Etihad Cargo, the cargo division of Etihad Airways, has sought to establish itself as a leader in animal transportation services, overcoming these hurdles […]
Etihad Cargo expands European road feeder services
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has appointed Wallenborn Transports as its road feeder service (RFS) partner for Europe to expand its scheduled and specialised services across 27 countries, facilitating the transportation of cargo between Etihad Cargo’s main European gateways, including Amsterdam, Paris and Frankfurt, and offline stations. Etihad Cargo’s customers […]
Etihad Cargo boosts pharmalife product efficiency
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has launched Pharma Champions, a development programme to enhance pharmaceutical transportation expertise and customer service. Developed as a strategic initiative, Pharma Champions is aligned with Etihad Cargo’s long-term plans and the implementation of the carrier’s cool chain masterplan, which was launched in 2020 to form […]
Etihad Cargo launches AI-powered solutions to transform airfreight operations and optimise cargo capacity
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has launched an innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered solution to transform airfreight operations and boost cargo capacity on flights. Deployment of state-of-the-art AI tools is the latest step in Etihad Cargo’s digitalisation journey and will enable the carrier to improve cargo volumes by optimising capacity on every […]
Connecting the airfreight industry through Abu Dhabi
Etihad Cargo was flying high in 2022, exceeding its operational performance targets due, in part, to an exceptional first six months. While that pace did normalise in the second half of the year from a cargo standpoint, the logistics wing of the airline brought in roughly a third of overall revenue to the group. The […]
Etihad Cargo expands Chinese network
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has added a fourth gateway destination to its Chinese network with the introduction of weekly flights to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in the Hubei province of China. The inaugural flight arrived in the Hubei Province on 29 April. The airline currently offers five passenger flights to […]
Etihad Cargo and SF Airlines connect their mega hubs
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has reinforced its commitment to the Chinese market with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China’s SF Airlines. Following the MoU, both carriers will start operating flights via their respective fleets to the other carrier’s hub in April, which will enable the […]
Etihad Cargo grows online booking portal capacity
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has further expanded its online booking portal capabilities as part of the carrier’s ongoing digitalisation strategy. In the latest development of the carrier’s online booking portal, Etihad Cargo has introduced online pet shipment bookings for dogs and cats, online dangerous goods bookings and a custom feed […]
Etihad Cargo signs MoU with Astral Aviation to expand African network
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astral Aviation Ltd to expand the partnership between the two parties and enhance the cooperation between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi, further growing Etihad Cargo’s reach into the African market. Through the comprehensive MoU, Etihad Cargo’s customers will benefit […]
