Emirates Sky Cargo, the cargo division of the world's largest international airline, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) from Astral Airlines, one of Africa's leading cargo aviation, to explore ways to boost global trade with the continent. It's there.
Astral Aviation operates an extensive in African network of 50 destinations offered via scheduled and ad hoc charters. In line with the vast global network of over 145 destinations and passenger aircraft fleets and dedicated cargo ships, the partnership highlights Africa's prominence as a competitive player in global trade. It's there. Both airlines bring special experiences in handling sensitive cargo, including fresh fruits, vegetables and life-saving medicines.
The deal was signed in Air Cargo Africa by Sanji Fugadia, senior vice president of Emirates Sky Cargo and CEO of Astral Aviation Limited, and Badru Abbas, senior vice president of Emirates Sky Cargo. Under the terms of the MOU, Emirates SkyCargo and Astral Air will work closely with many initiatives, including expanding interline options for cargo and expanding space contracts, increasing connectivity and increasing the scope of African companies.
Commenting on the partnership, Badr Abbas said: “Of the 20 fastest growing economies, Africa has great growth potential, coupled with bold trade ambitions. Given the network, all wide body fleets and the range of specialized product portfolios , suitable to support business to new suppliers and customers in every corner of the world. This partnership with Astral Aviation solidifies long-standing commitment to the market, keeping products fast, reliably and efficiently creates mutually beneficial economic opportunities for
Gadia said: “Today, we are introducing our commercial partnership for over 15 years, reflecting our shared vision to enhance air cargo solutions from and within and within Africa. Together, we are locking up new opportunities. It will lift, drive innovation and strengthen global trade connectivity.”
Economic investment cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and Africa continues to grow, with the UAE currently number one and the fourth largest global investor in Africa. Recently, the UAE and Kenya have entered into a groundbreaking comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) to accelerate trade and investment in agriculture, infrastructure, healthcare, travel and tourism, financial services and renewable energy. I've signed it. The agreement between Emirates Skycargo and Astral Airlines lays the foundation for further growth by supporting a prosperous relationship, creating new opportunities that will help improve trade flows and strengthen the global economy. This will also help us achieve the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) goal, which aims to increase Africa's exports to the world by 32% by 2035.
Emirates Sky Cargo first began operations in Africa in April 1986 on the first flight to Cairo, Egypt. Over the next 40 years, airlines have steadily expanded and increased frequency. Currently, 172 passenger flights in Africa offer customers seven scheduled cargo ships and bellyhold capacity on 172 passenger flights.
With global hubs in Nairobi, Johannesburg, Liege and Dubai, Astral Air has been flying in Africa's blue skies for 24 years, offering reliable and cost-effective Airfreight solutions.
