Ethiopian launches E-commerce Logistics Hub at Bole International Airport

Friday, March 1, 2024

Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline consortium and a rapidly expanding global aviation brand, celebrates the inauguration of its cutting-edge e-commerce logistics center today. Nestled within the Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics compound, this state-of-the-art facility is tailored for e-commerce, mail, and courier services, strategically positioned to bolster Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, as a pivotal cross-border e-commerce logistics hub for Africa and beyond.

Marking the unveiling of the new facility, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said: “The inauguration of this cutting-edge e-commerce logistics facility is a significant breakthrough for Ethiopian Airlines Group and the entire African economy. We have implemented high-end technologies in the infrastructure that revolutionize the way goods are transported and delivered in the e-commerce industry in Africa. Through this facility, Ethiopian Airlines paves the way for development of e-commerce services in Ethiopia and the African continent. Built on 15,000 square meters of area, the facility boasts a capacity to handle 150,000 tons annually. We are glad to witness that our investment of 55 million USD has indeed pay off and enabled us to set the e-commerce industry in the continent to follow the global trend.”

This cutting-edge e-commerce logistics facility boasts state-of-the-art technology and impeccably executed systems. Consequently, it offers a comprehensive suite of services, including consolidation, deconsolidation, sortation, repacking, labeling, and more. With seamless tracking and tracing capabilities, customers can effortlessly monitor their shipments from anywhere.

Ethiopian Cargo’s commitment to transporting diverse shipments worldwide with utmost care has garnered it prestigious awards, solidifying its position as an industry leader. Among its accolades are:

– Two prestigious awards at the Air Cargo News Awards 2023.
– Best Cargo Airline-Africa at the inaugural Arabian Cargo Awards.
-Recipient of the Sustainable Cargo Airline of the Year-Africa award at the 2023 Freight Week Sustainability Awards.
– African Cargo Airline of the Year & Air Cargo Brand of the Year in Africa 2023 from STAT Trade Times Cargo Excellence Awards.

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