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Etihad Cargo receives IATA CEIV Fresh

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Logistics Update Africa
Etihad Cargo receives IATA CEIV Fresh

Etihad Airways’ cargo and logistics arm Etihad Cargo has become the second carrier in Abu Dhabi to receive the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) Centre of Excellence for Perishable Logistics (CEIV Fresh).

The award elevates Etihad Cargo as the first Middle East airline to hold both of IATA’s CEIV Fresh and CEIV Pharma certifications, and one of the two carriers globally to claim this dual honour. The carrier’s dedicated FreshForward product receives a significant validation for its end-to-end temperature-controlled solution for fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, fish, meat, and flowers across its global network.

To secure the twin certifications within a remarkable frame of one calendar year, Etihad Cargo was required to meet global IATA standards, international requirements and best practices, as well as pass stringent food safety management protocols within hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) methodology.

Abdulla Mohamed Shadid, MD cargo and logistics at Etihad Aviation Group, said, “Acquiring our second CEIV certification in a single year is a significant achievement for Etihad Cargo and underlines the product-specific quality of service we deliver across our global network. In-line with our commitment to offering a diverse portfolio of industry-leading products to Etihad Cargo’s global customers, FreshForward is destined for further investment and growth.”

Frederic Leger, director - airport, passenger, cargo and security products, IATA, added, “Perishable is a growing market for air cargo. Ensuring that these delicate and short shelf-life products reach the customer unspoiled with minimal loss is essential. I want to congratulate both Etihad Cargo and Etihad Airport Services (EAS) in achieving the Center of Excellence for Perishable Logistics certification. CEIV Fresh certification provides stakeholders throughout the air cargo supply chain with the assurance that certified companies are operating to the highest quality and standards in the transport of perishable products.”

In addition to covering Etihad Cargo’s airline operations, the CEIV’s Fresh certification also comprises cargo handling and warehousing at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). With a multi-phased cargo infrastructure development strategy in place, including an expanded fresh facility, Etihad Cargo is committed to developing a cool chain Centre of Excellence at its state-of-the-art UAE hub.

https://www.logupdateafrica.com/etihad-cargo-receives-iata-ceiv-fresh-aviation

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