Ethiopian Airlines has announced the launch of a new dedicated cargo service from Chengdu, further strengthening its freight network between China and Africa. The addition of Chengdu marks another strategic connection in the airline’s growing Asia-Africa trade corridor, reinforcing its position as one of the leading cargo carriers linking the two continents.
The new route is expected to enhance the movement of goods between western China and key African markets, offering shippers greater capacity, improved transit times, and expanded routing options. Chengdu, a major industrial and manufacturing hub in the Sichuan province, plays a vital role in China’s export economy, making it an important addition to Ethiopian Airlines’ international cargo operations.
This expansion reflects the continued growth of trade between China and Africa, with air freight demand rising in sectors such as e-commerce, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and perishables. Ethiopian Airlines has consistently invested in its cargo infrastructure to meet this demand, operating one of the largest and most modern freighter fleets on the African continent.
As global supply chains continue to evolve, developments of this nature help ensure that businesses can access competitive freight solutions with expanded reach.