Etihad Cargo has expanded its cargo capacity into Spain with the launch of Etihad Airways passenger services to Barcelona, providing freight forwarders and cargo customers greater access to its global network.
Etihad launched its first scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Barcelona on November 28th, 2018. Combined with its daily Madrid service, operational since 2015, Etihad Cargo now offers 28 tons of cargo capacity out of Spain on its aircraft daily. In addition, trucking services for gateways across Europe further compliment the network, offering customers greater reach and faster delivery times.
“Spain is an important global trade market with high demand for both import and export capabilities to key destinations across the Middle East and Asia,” said Abdulla Mohamed Shadid, Etihad Airways managing director, Cargo and Logistics. “Expanding our capacity into the market with the addition of services to Barcelona enhances our network with even greater focus on key global trade routes.”
A special concept called ‘ FreshForward’ is designed for the cold chain industry to ensure items such as fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, fish, meat and flowers move seamlessly across Etihad Cargo’s global network from Spain until they reach their final destination.
Source: arabianindustry.com