Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and most profitable airline in Africa, says it is ready to partner any international and domestic airline on the continent.
Mr Girma Shiferaw, Vice President, Corporate Alliance, Ethiopian Airlines speaking to a 15-member delegation from Ghana at the company’s headquarters said: “Our doors are opened for any collaboration with any carrier on the continent either East, West and North.”
He said normally, the company prefers to be partners than owners, adding that “We like the concept of partnership”.
The 15-member delegation were on a facility tour of the company’s headquarters to see how the Airline operates.
He said the continent has a lot of opportunities and potentials, which needs to be harnessed to grow and develop the economies in Africa.
On why the Airline was able to operate within seven decades, he said it has good foundation, supportive governments, skilled and knowledgeable workforce and hardworking employees.
“We also have knowledgeable and motivated management, who formed strategies for the company,” he added.
Touching on the operations of the Airline, Mr Shiferaw said the company’s future is tied to its Vision 2025 of reaching 10-billion-dollar avenue, 1 billion profitable with 120 and 26 international and domestic destinations.
The Vice-President said the Airline also expect to acquire 140 Aircrafts with 22 million passengers.
He said the Airlines revenue has grown to 400 per cent over the years, contributing to the growth of the financial position.
Source: GNA
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