Cargo connectivity, terminal cooperation, cooperation to increase logistics efficiency
Munich, Germany – June 13, 2025 – Shanghai Pudon International Airport Freight Terminal Co. (PACTL) and Ethiopian Airlines Group have officially announced their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Transport Logistic 2025 Exhibition held in Munich. This strategic agreement establishes a joint framework to strengthen the air freight industry, optimize operational efficiency, and promote mutual growth opportunities between China and Africa.
The two parties agreed to collaborate to build the 21st century Air Silk Road and to designate each other mutually as overseas air cargo terminal partners. The partnership demonstrates a common commitment to accelerating trade logistics between Asia and Africa through joint efforts in air freight operations, facility development and digital innovation.
Improved freighter efficiency: To enhance logistics efficiency, collaboration streamlines trade flows and prioritizes the transportation of high-demand e-commerce products. By integrating upstream and downstream supply chains, the partnership aims to ensure faster and more reliable cargo handling.
Terminal Investment and Collaboration: Both sides will explore co-investment in freight facilities and promote knowledge sharing initiatives to raise operational standards. This includes expanding exchanges in areas such as security services management, operational excellence and digital transformation.
Aman Worle, country director at Ethiopian Airlines, said: “By joining with PACTL, we are not only improving our operational capabilities, but also creating a more robust and resilient air cargo network between China and Africa.
“We are committed to providing a range of services that are important to us,” said Carsten Hernig, VP Sales & Marketing and Production, PACTL's Deputy General Manager. “This collaboration will create new momentum for air cargo development between the two regions, thanks to improved business facilitation.”
About Pactl
Shanghai Pudong International Airport Cargo Cargo Terminal Co., Ltd. (PACTL) is a German Chinese joint venture established in 1999 and specializes in handling air cargo at Pudong International Airport, Shanghai. SAA Logistics Development Co., Ltd. (51%), Lufthansa Cargo AG (29%), and JHJ Logistics Management Co., Ltd. With shareholders including (20%), PACTL operates four terminals at two Shanghai airports, providing a storage and truck service network of over 210,000 square meters.
With advanced facilities and comprehensive certification, PACTL ensures seamless and reliable handling of a wide range of cargo types. Currently, PACTL serves more than 70 airlines and 300 forwarders, with a global network spanning five continents. PACTL's long-term, reliable customer relationships and excellence in its services make it one of the world's leading air cargo terminals.
About the Ethiopian Airlines Group
Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopia) is Africa's largest aviation group and is a multi-award-winning airline with a proud history of over 79 years. Ethiopia is renowned for its leadership in aviation technology, network expansion and operational excellence, and serves as a key connector between Africa and the rest of the world.
Ethiopia has a main hub in Addis Ababa and operates one of Africa's widest air connection networks, flying out to more than 142 international passenger and cargo destinations, including 60 cities across the continent. Leading by the motto of “connecting Africa,” Ethiopians continue to play a pivotal role in strengthening regional and global trade and mobility.
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