Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, a subsidiary of Ethiopian Airlines, has been adjudged the Best Cargo Airline in Africa for the third consecutive time at the prestigious Arabian Cargo Awards, reaffirming its position as the continent’s leading cargo operator.
The award marks a historic milestone, making Ethiopian the only air cargo network carrier to win the top prize at all three editions of the Arabian Cargo Awards. The recognition highlights the airline’s dominance in the African cargo landscape and its growing influence in global logistics.
Held at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Dubai, the event featured 42 categories celebrating excellence within the air cargo and logistics industry. Ethiopian’s victory adds to its expanding list of accolades in recent months. These include being named ‘Highly Acclaimed African Cargo Airport of the Year’ and ‘Fastest Growing International Cargo Airline of the Year’ at Air Cargo Africa 2025, as well as ‘Cargo Airline of the Year (Africa)’ in Dubai, among several others.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mr. Mesfin Tasew, expressed gratitude for the recognition, describing it as a testament to the unwavering dedication of the airline’s employees. He reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to innovation and world-class service delivery.
“We are incredibly proud to receive this award at the Arabian Cargo Awards 2025 for the third time. This recognition is a testament to the entire Ethiopian Airlines employees’ commitment and tireless efforts in delivering high-quality services, ensuring our customers receive efficient, secure, and innovative cargo transport solutions. As global supply chains continue to evolve, Ethiopian will remain dedicated to providing flexible, reliable, and sustainable cargo solutions to our customers worldwide,” he said.
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services continues to position itself as a powerhouse in African aviation, consistently meeting the fast-evolving demands of global supply chains. The airline has built a reputation as a trusted and reliable partner for businesses across the world.
With a robust network of over 70 cargo-dedicated flights and more than 145 passenger belly-hold routes, supported by fully automated and state-of-the-art technology, Ethiopian provides comprehensive solutions for general and specialized cargo. These include horticulture, pharmaceuticals, valuables, live animals, e-commerce, mail, and courier services, with an impressive annual handling capacity of 1 million tons.
The third edition of the Arabian Cargo Awards also saw strong industry backing, with DHL joining as a Gold Partner and Etihad returning as a Silver Partner. Their involvement helped reinforce the awards’ mission of celebrating outstanding achievements and innovations shaping the air cargo and logistics sector in the Middle East and beyond.
By: Richmond Fordjour Ampofo
