Etihad Cargo has reported strong growth in the first half of 2024, with a 17% increase in tonnage compared to the same period in 2023.

The carrier claims this growth was driven by strategic expansion and innovation, particularly in the Eastern and Western regions, which saw tonnage increases of 19% and 20%, respectively.

Stanislas Brun, vice president of cargo at Etihad Cargo “Etihad Cargo has demonstrated agility, adapting to evolving customer needs and responding to increased demand across key markets. The carrier has strategically increased freighter and belly capacity to support regional growth and Etihad Cargo’s partners.

“Achieving double-digit tonnage growth is a testament to the team’s dedication and the effectiveness of Etihad Cargo’s expansion strategies. Building capabilities within regional teams and ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence across the carrier’s global network have been crucial to this success.”

Etihad Cargo’s special products, such as the PharmaLife range, also contributed to this success, with PharmaLife tonnage up by 9%. Additionally, SecureTech, launched in early 2024, achieved a 95% revenue increase, highlighting its success in safely transporting consumer electronics.

Etihad Cargo has also expanded its e-commerce capabilities, implementing dedicated charters and extending contracts to handle increased volumes. The carrier introduced new passenger and freighter routes, boosting global capacity and solidifying its role in e-commerce transit.

The carrier states that partnerships, particularly in China, have been key to this growth, with increased freighter frequency and new services enhancing connectivity between China, the UAE, and global markets.

Furthermore, to support expansion, Etihad Cargo recently restructured its global network into four regions and strengthened its customer experience department, aiming to improve service and customer satisfaction.

Brun added: “Etihad Cargo’s focus on taking a customer-centric approach to growth has been integral to the carrier’s success. By enhancing product offerings, Etihad Cargo can continue to meet the evolving needs of customers and partners, delivering exceptional service across the globe to remain the air cargo partner of choice.”

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