Etihad Cargo

Etihad powers freight ops with Speedcargo’s AI solutions

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Abu Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Cargo has entered into a proof-of-concept agreement with SPEEDCARGO to test its AI-powered products to boost cargo capacity on flights. Martin Drew, SVP sales and cargo at Etihad Aviation Group, said the plan is to assess whether implementing the Singapore-based tech provider’s CARGO EYE and CARGO MIND products could boost efficiency, productivity and revenue returns. CARGO EYE, developed with Microsoft's Time-of-Flight sensing technology, captures imagery of … [Read more...] about Etihad powers freight ops with Speedcargo’s AI solutions

Etihad Cargo launches Hanoi-Delhi, gets dry ice approval

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Etihad Cargo has launched direct flights between Hanoi (HAN) and Delhi (DEL), connecting vital demand flows for the two countries, as India faces more coronavirus cases by the day. The weekly freighter flight provides additional capacity between the two countries in Asia, with Abu Dhabi serving as a connection to a more global network. In a separate announcement, the air cargo operator said it was granted UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) approval to expand dry ice capacity for … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo launches Hanoi-Delhi, gets dry ice approval

PLA Global Wrap: Week 15

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In week 15 of PLA’s Global Wrap, we feature Airbus’s use of sustainable aviation fuel for its Beluga fleet, as well as the new purpose-built turboprop that FedEx deployed to carry shipments between Paris and Prague. We round up the wrap with other industry updates, including United’s new initiative, AEI’s new orders for its B737-800SF, and the French Legion of Honour making its way to Vietnam. Here’s what happened in week 14. Airbus cuts Beluga fleet’s environmental impact Airbus has taken … [Read more...] about PLA Global Wrap: Week 15

Etihad Cargo beats 2020 targets for on-time delivery

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Etihad Cargo’s performance metrics in 2020 demonstrated its reliability in transporting time-sensitive cargo such as pharmaceuticals and perishables, as it looks to play a crucial role in distributing Covid-19 vaccines worldwide. The UAE carrier scored 87 percent for on-time performance (OTP) and maintained a ‘delivered as promised’ (DAP) record in 2020–surpassing its 85 percent target. “Securing these excellent annual results in Etihad Cargo’s key performance metrics of OTP and DAP – … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo beats 2020 targets for on-time delivery

Etihad gives view to cargo handling capacity with Validaide

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Etihad Cargo has partnered with Validaide to leverage on its validation platform that provides info on the special handling capabilities of various logistics suppliers. The platform can be used to co-manage and co-share station facilities for pharmaceutical products and other special cargo with global customers. The “premium membership” partnership will see Etihad Cargo join Validaide’s advisory board and extends the carrier’s digital reach to more than 500 logistics providers. Validade’s … [Read more...] about Etihad gives view to cargo handling capacity with Validaide

Etihad Cargo to move critical airfreight to and from Australia

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Etihad Cargo, cargo and logistics arm of the Etihad Aviation Group, will add weekly services to Australia to provide critical international airfreight assistance, a press release confirmed.  Under an agreement with the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), Etihad Cargo will transport cargo carrying essential supplies between Abu Dhabi and Australia once a week within the bellyhold of Etihad Airways’ passenger aircraft.  This move will facilitate bidirectional trade to … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo to move critical airfreight to and from Australia