Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services (ECLS), the largest air cargo network provider in Africa and the fastest growing cargo service globally, has advanced significantly in various aspects of its operation in 2023.
Ethiopian Cargo has expanded its freight transportation capacity by adding new B777F cargo aircraft to its fleet composition. The ECLS is now better equipped to serve a wider range of destinations and meet the dynamically changing customers' demands. Ethiopian Cargo is one of the largest cargo carriers in Africa, with a fleet of 16 dedicated cargo aircraft and access to the belly space of Ethiopian Airlines' passenger fleet of more than 145. The airline operates to over 68 cargo dedicated destinations worldwide, including major hubs in Addis Ababa, Europe (Liege), and Asia Pacific.
The 10th B777-200F aircraft, added in November 2023 strengthened Ethiopian Cargo’s position as the top cargo carrier in Africa and worldwide. The addition of modern and fuel-efficient aircraft has increased its capacity to serve a wider range of destinations and meet growing customer demands.
During the year 2023, Ethiopian Cargo successfully converted two Boeing 767 aircraft to cargo aircraft. The conversion didn’t only demonstrate our Maintenance capacity as a group, but it has also enabled us to utilize the fleet more efficiently and meet the growing customers' shipment requirements. Operating primarily in the Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Europe, we are now working on converting the third aircraft, which will increase our cargo capacity and enable us to serve even more destinations worldwide.
Ethiopian Cargo has expanded its network of destinations, connecting more cities and countries across Africa and the rest of the world. Apart from increasing the frequency of flights to existing destinations, Ethiopian Airlines has added 6 new cargo routes to Chengdu, Xiamen, Budapest, Copenhagen, Istanbul, and Cairo. We have welcomed the new year with further freighter service expansion to Casablanca, Morocco- our maiden freighter services to the Maghreb Region. We believe that our investment in these ventures will certainly enhance our role as key player for trade connections between Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Ethiopian Cargo has contributed significantly to the linking of Africa's trading with the rest of the world and the growth and development of the continent's economy by lifting around 716,000 tons of general and special cargo.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services is a multi-award-winning cargo service provider; in its one of the most decorated years of 2023, Ethiopian Cargo won: - Best Cargo Airline-Africa for five years in row and Cargo Airline of the Year for two years in row at the Air Cargo News Awards 2023, Sustainable Cargo Airline of the Year-Africa Award at the Freight Week Sustainability Awards 2023, African Cargo Airline of the Year and Air Cargo Brand of the Year in Africa from STAT Trade Times Cargo Excellence Awards 2023, and Best Cargo Airline-Africa award at the Arabian Cargo Awards 2023. These awards recognized Ethiopian's commitment to excellence in the cargo industry, as well as its efforts to promote sustainability and innovation. These efforts have helped Ethiopia Cargo become a leading player in the global cargo market, and the airline is poised for continued success in the years ahead.
The coming into operation of the cutting-edge e-commerce warehouse in 2023 by Ethiopian Cargo shows its commitment to meeting the growing demands of the e-commerce market for cargo. With a 15,000 square meter footprint, the warehouse is spacious enough to handle a significant volume of e-commerce parcels, mail, and courier services. The facility, capable to process 150,000 tons annually, is impressive and it indicates that Ethiopian Cargo is well-prepared to handle the increasing flow of goods in the e-commerce sector. The official opening and commencement of operations of this facility in February, this year, will mark an important milestone for Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services is fully automated using one of the latest cargo IT systems by implementing the most recent aviation systems and technologies. It uses the newest technology for data, information, and market intelligence with 100% e-AWB.
Encompassing digital evolution, ECLS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the international cargo e-booking site the cargo.one. With our fully automated and technologically advanced cargo service, combined with our partnership with cargo. one, we are confident in our ability to deliver superior freight service experience to our customers worldwide.
By the year of 2024, Ethiopian plans to enhance its infrastructure, technology, manpower, and fleet size. Along with acquiring new and contemporary fleets, Ethiopian Cargo also envisions to increase its worldwide footprint in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Ethiopian strives to transform services introducing cutting-edge and dedicated freighter and belly fleets, grants assurances to our beloved customers that their goods and packages are delivered timely and efficiently. This admirable commitment to offering trustworthy service will undoubtedly help Ethiopian Cargo maintain its success in catering to customers worldwide.
With a fleet of modern aircraft and a network of destinations spanning across the globe, Ethiopian Cargo has been able to provide top-notch services to its customers. The company has continued to invest in technology and infrastructure, ensuring that it stays ahead of the competition.
Looking ahead, Ethiopian Cargo is committed to continuing its legacy of excellence in the industry. With a focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainability, the company is poised to remain a leader in the global cargo market for years to come.
