Aviation News on six continents and operates in many of the world ’ s fastest developing markets , including 16 gateways in the Middle East , 42 in Europe , 20 in North and South America , 21 in the Far East , 27 in Africa and 19 in South Asia .
ates , we ’ ll be able to connect to six continents .”
Commenting on the worldwide reach of Emirates , HE Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimy , said : “ We believe very strongly that network , that incredible operation , that access to millions of people from all around the world , but in particular , to emerging nations , to this particular Arab region , Sub-Saharan Africa region , Central Asia , Indian Sub-Continent region , brings together Dubai as a nexus point and further underscores what Dubai Expo could be and will be .”
One of the world ’ s largest events , Expo 2020 Dubai will see 180 countries showcasing themselves . The Premier Partnership with Emirates Airline is the highest of three tiers of partnerships that Expo will be entering into . The agreement grants exclusive rights and benefits for Emirates Airline and other businesses within Emirates Group , including branding and marketing rights .
EMIRATES SKYCARGO NAMED BEST CARGO AIRLINE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Emirates SkyCargo has clinched another industry accolade with its latest award of Best Cargo Airline in the Middle East . The award was presented at the 2016 Cargo Airline of the Year Awards organised by Air Cargo News in London , United Kingdom .
The airfreight industry awards were based on the voting results of more than 18,000 supply chain professionals over a two month period . Emirates SkyCargo was selected for the best overall customer experience and best service provider in the Middle East , making it the 27th year that the carrier has won this award .
Emirates SkyCargo is the world ’ s largest international airline cargo operator . It currently serves 155 destinations in over 80 countries
The air cargo carrier has focused relentlessly on adapting to its customers ’ evolving needs and continuous innovation in its products and solutions . Its latest product offering , a cost effective and environmental friendly covering to protect temperaturesensitive cargo , such as pharmaceutical products , has been well-received by customers .
According to the International Air Transport Association ( IATA ), routes to and from the Middle East saw the highest growth in freight tonnes in 2015 . In the six-month period between April and September 2015 , the Middle East to North America route surged 30 % in freight tonnes growth compared with the same period the previous year . This was followed by an 11 % increase in Europe and Africa to Middle Eastern routes and a 9 % growth in the Middle East to Asia route .* With its hub operations in Dubai and a world-class logistics infrastructure , Emirates Sky- Cargo is well positioned to benefit from these positive trends .
38 June 2016