Abu Dhabi Airports recently welcomed the first SF Express cargo plane to Abu Dhabi International Airport signalling the launch of operations for SF Express in the region. This strategic partnership is in collaboration with Etihad Cargo and Kerry Logistics, and further strengthens Abu Dhabi International Airport’s position as a key regional cargo hub.
Speaking about this achievement Jamal Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Abu Dhabi Airports said: “We are proud to welcome SF Express to Abu Dhabi. This marks a new milestone in our efforts to become a leading cargo and logistics hub in the region. We eagerly anticipate further partnerships as we continue our growth journey to establish Abu Dhabi as a major air cargo hub in the region.”
Li Sheng, Chairman, SF Airlines, said: “Abu Dhabi Airports is an important cargo hub in the region, and we are eager to work together as we connect and create value for our customers and strengthen our growing network.”
Commenting on the partnership, Martin Drew, Senior Vice President, Global Sales & Cargo, Etihad Airways, said: “Etihad Cargo is fully aligned with the emirate of Abu Dhabi’s vision of becoming a global logistics hub. The inaugural SF Express cargo flight’s arrival in Abu Dhabi marks the beginning of a partnership between Etihad Cargo, Abu Dhabi Airports, SF Express and Kerry Logistics that not only supports SF Express’s Middle East expansion plans but also benefits Etihad Cargo’s customers, adding another mega hub gateway in China to Etihad Cargo’s growing global network, further strengthening cooperation between Abu Dhabi and China.”
SF Express is planning to bank upon the expertise and prominence of Etihad Cargo and Kerry Logistics to establish its presence in the region.