Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, proudly announces its role as the Global Air Cargo Partner for COP29, which will take place in Baku in November 2024. This partnership emphasizes the airline’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change, while also being in keeping with Azerbaijan’s declaration of 2024 as the Year of Solidarity for a Green World. The Year of … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines joins COP29 as global air cargo partner
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Silk Way West Airlines forges strategic partnership with China Henan Aviation Group
Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China Henan Aviation Group during Air Cargo China 2024 in Shanghai. This strategic partnership aims to enhance air cargo connectivity and efficiency between Zhengzhou and Baku to build a robust dual-hub cooperation model that spans the Asia-Pacific region and connects Europe, America, and Africa. This year marks Silk Way West Airlines' inaugural … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines forges strategic partnership with China Henan Aviation Group
Asia’s carriers earn CEIV Li-batt certification
On 25 May, Korean Air graced an event hosted by Incheon International Airport Corporation at the Grand Hyatt Incheon to reveal its IATA Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Lithium Batteries certification, which it earlier received in April. Lithium batteries comprise 10 percent of the airline’s overall cargo volume and it expects the certification to further enhance its reputation in safe and reliable air cargo services. In December 2022, Korean Airline joined a working … [Read more...] about Asia’s carriers earn CEIV Li-batt certification
Silk Way West adds flights to Damman, Tashkent
Silk Way West Airlines is expanding its network in the Middle East and Central Asia with regular cargo flights to and from the Saudi Arabian city of Dammam, as well as to and from Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. These scheduled routes operate twice a week and will enable direct air freight connections from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) in Baku to Dammam (DMM) and Tashkent (TAS) international airport, considered main cargo gateways in their respective regions. The airline … [Read more...] about Silk Way West adds flights to Damman, Tashkent
Silk Way West eyes Japan with Nippon Express
Silk Way West Airlines and Nippon Express Holdings have signed a memorandum of understanding to offer enhanced air freight solutions between Baku and Japan and across the carrier's network amidst changing supply chains. The airline said the agreement strengthens its presence in the Japanese market whilst helping Nippon Express Holdings to expand globally by providing cargo capacity across a worldwide network. Silk Way West Airlines has been serving the Japanese air cargo market since 2018 … [Read more...] about Silk Way West eyes Japan with Nippon Express
Silk Way West Airlines signs up for two A350 freighters
Silk Way West Airlines has signed an agreement with Airbus for the purchase of two A350 freighters, with delivery scheduled between 2027 and 2028. This is the first order with Airbus for the Baku-based cargo airline, marking a significant step in its expansion plans internationally to meet growing demand for cargo transportation. The airline, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, said it plans to expand its fleet and global route network to strengthen its role in the CIS region, … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines signs up for two A350 freighters
