With cargo volumes way below what the industry saw over the last 2 years, airlines, logistics players and other stakeholders are trying to figure out which sectors could likely drive back more shipments moving by air. One of those that could be a driving factor is e-commerce, particularly exports coming from Asia. With operations between Abu Dhabi and China, Etihad Cargo is well aware of this trend and has been a step ahead in maximising the opportunities. In April this year, it added a fourth … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo stretches express moves on e-commerce
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Etihad Cargo widens road feeder services in Europe
A new partnership is expected to enhance Etihad Cargo’s capabilities in Europe as the airline tapped Wallenborg Transports and its road feeder service network of 90 airports in 27 countries. The move is expected to facilitate the transport of cargo between Etihad Cargo's main freighter gateways in Europe, including Amsterdam, Paris and Frankfurt, as well as offline stations. The airline has entered into strategic partnerships with RFS providers around the globe to strengthen its value … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo widens road feeder services in Europe
Etihad introduces fourth cargo gateway into China
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. The airline operated its inaugural flight to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in China’s Hubei province on 29 April 2023. Wuhan is the fourth Mainland Chinese destination to be added to Etihad Cargo's network, and the additional flights will provide access to 25 domestic Chinese destinations. The airline currently … [Read more...] about Etihad introduces fourth cargo gateway into China
Etihad Cargo adds capacity to Shanghai
Etihad Cargo has offered additional capacity on direct freighter service to Shanghai starting 2 February 2023, The additional weekly Abu Dhabi–Shanghai freighter flight brings the total number of dedicated cargo flights to eight per week with 850 tonnes of capacity. Passenger flights are expected to scale up to five each week. China is a key market for Etihad. The carrier added 2 weekly freighter services between Shanghai and Abu Dhabi in 2022. It plans to continue evaluating its network … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo adds capacity to Shanghai
Etihad Cargo obtains CEIV Pharma recertification
Etihad Cargo has been awarded the Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma recertification by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Etihad Cargo achieved IATA CEIV Pharma recertification following an audit by independent validators that assessed the carrier's capacity to control and enhance its processes. The audit focused on the carrier’s quality management system that incorporates supplier management, training programmes, processes and procedures, audit … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo obtains CEIV Pharma recertification
Etihad pulls out all stops to be partner of choice
Here’s an in-depth interview with Martin Drew, senior vice president global sales and cargo at Etihad Aviation Group, showing us the ins and outs of the company’s operations to give us a bird’s-eye view of what Abu Dhabi’s main carrier is doing to become the air cargo partner of choice. Can you describe your fleet and how it meets your clients' requirements? Are you seeing more demand for certain types of shipments? Our current fleet comprises five Boeing 777 freighters, seven Boeing 777s, … [Read more...] about Etihad pulls out all stops to be partner of choice