Move to expand global air freight network
Etihad Airways and SF Airlines, China’s leading air cargo carrier, have signed a Joint Business Agreement (JBA) to enhance their cargo operations, expand network capacity and offer customers greater flexibility and service options.
The agreement was signed by Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer, Etihad Airways and Li Sheng, Vice President, SF Group and Chairman, SF Airlines.
Through the agreement, Etihad Airways and SF Airlines will collaborate on a metal-neutral basis to jointly market and integrate their airfreight services. The partnership is designed to foster incremental growth and create a seamless, shared network that offers customers an expanded range of destinations, increased cargo capacity and enhanced service efficiency.
Expanding network connectivity
As part of the JBA, Etihad Airways and SF Airlines will enhance customer choice by expanding network connectivity and capacity across key trade lanes. Both carriers will also invest in improving service quality and operational efficiency, ensuring a consistently elevated customer experience.
The joint business will focus on key cargo product verticals, including Etihad Cargo’s SecureTech and PharmaLife solutions, which support the movement of high-value electronics, sensitive equipment and temperature-controlled pharmaceutical goods.
“By working closely with SF Airlines, we are expanding our service offerings, optimising operational efficiency and enhancing our competitive position in the air cargo industry,” affirmed Neves.
“Together, we will drive innovation and efficiency to meet the growing demand for high-quality logistics solutions,” commented Li Sheng.
