Etihad Cargo has forged a strategic partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a leader in air cargo logistics and ground handling. This three-year global agreement covers cargo handling services at 12 major international airports spanning Europe, Scandinavia, North America, India and Asia Pacific.
The collaboration, extending over 150,000 tonnes of cargo annually, includes key airports such as Amsterdam, Bangkok, Barcelona, Bengaluru, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Madrid, Paris CDG in the EMEAA region. In North America, it encompasses existing operations in New York JFK and Washington Dulles, with additional awards for Boston and Chicago.
Positioned at the crossroads of major trade routes, Etihad Cargo, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, connects vital cargo markets worldwide through its hub. With cargo capacity on both passenger and freighter aircraft, as well as an extensive trucking network, Etihad Cargo serves Africa, America, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Established in 2004, Etihad Cargo has become a leading global air cargo carrier, offering a diverse range of cargo products and services to five continents. Beyond general cargo, the airline specializes in live animals, dangerous goods, valuables, personal effects and cold chain products for pharmaceuticals and perishables.
Having been a cargo handling partner since their initial agreement in Frankfurt in 2005, Etihad and WFS reaffirm their commitment to delivering high-quality air cargo solutions globally. Thomas Schürmann, Head of Cargo Operations and Delivery at Etihad Cargo, highlighted the shared dedication to excellence, ensuring confidence in meeting air cargo needs worldwide.
