IATA CEIV Pharma Recertification Sets New Standards In Healthcare Logistics
Ethiopian Airlines has once again cemented its position as a global leader in air cargo operations with the successful recertification of its IATA CEIV Pharma accreditation. This prestigious recognition underscores the airline’s unwavering dedication to providing world-class air cargo services tailored to the stringent demands of the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. As the first airline in Africa to achieve this accolade in 2022, Ethiopian Airlines continues to uphold the highest international standards in pharmaceutical logistics.
Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew highlighted the significance of this achievement, stating, “This milestone underscores our dedication to excellence in healthcare logistics. With a global network spanning key hubs, Ethiopian Airlines is a trusted partner in Pharma and life sciences logistics. We are committed to making Addis Ababa the premier Pharma corridor in the global south, addressing healthcare air transportation challenges with reliable and efficient solutions.”
The IATA CEIV Pharma certification is a globally acknowledged standard that guarantees the safe and efficient handling of sensitive pharmaceutical products. With this recertification, Ethiopian Airlines reinforces its commitment to modernizing cold chain infrastructure, implementing advanced technologies, and investing in specialized training to meet the evolving needs of pharmaceutical logistics. Customers, partners, and regulators can trust Ethiopian Airlines to deliver consistent, reliable, and compliant operations.
As Africa’s largest cargo network operator, Ethiopian Airlines serves 70 dedicated cargo and 140+ passenger destinations across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Its state-of-the-art cargo facility in Addis Ababa, capable of handling 1 million tons annually, supports specialized logistics for pharmaceuticals, perishables, e-commerce, live animals, and more. With a dedicated fleet of 10 Boeing 777-200F, 3 Boeing 767-300F, 4 Boeing 737-800F freighters, and over 150 passenger aircraft, the airline ensures seamless connectivity and efficiency, moving an average of over 2,000 tons of cargo daily.
Ethiopian Airlines is committed to transforming Addis Ababa into a global Pharma corridor, leveraging its strategic location to address the logistical challenges of healthcare transportation. Its dedication to operational excellence, coupled with innovative solutions, positions it as a trusted partner for healthcare and life sciences manufacturers worldwide.
Experience the reliability and expertise of Ethiopian Airlines for your healthcare logistics needs. Book with Ethiopian Airlines today and discover why it remains the preferred choice for pharmaceutical logistics across the globe.
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Ethiopian Airlines Group (Ethiopian) is the fastest-growing airlines brand globally and the continent’s largest airline brand. In its seventy-seven years of successful operations, Ethiopian, the fastest growing airline, has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivalled in efficiency and operational success. In addition to its main hub in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, it is also pursuing its multi-hub strategy through a hub in Lomé, Togo with ASKY, in Lilongwe, Malawi with Malawi Airlines and in Lusaka, Zambia with Zambia Airways. Ethiopian commands the lion’s share of the African passenger and cargo network operating the youngest and most modern fleet to more than 150 domestic and international passenger and cargo destinations across five continents. Ethiopian’s fleet category consists of ultra-modern and environmentally friendly aircraft such as Boeing 737s, 777s, 787s, Airbus A350-900 and Bombardier Dash 8-400 double cabin with an average fleet age of seven years. In fact, Ethiopian is the first airline in Africa to own and operate most of these aircraft. Having achieved its strategic plan (Vision 2025) ahead of time, Ethiopian is currently implementing a 15-year strategic plan called Vision 2035 that will see it become one of the top 20 most competitive and leading aviation groups in the world by providing safe, secured, market driven and customer focused Passenger and Cargo Transport and Logistics, Aviation Training, Airport Management and Ground Services, MRO and Aerospace Manufacturing and Travel and Tourism Services. As a multi-award-winning airline, Ethiopian has been the champion in various coveted awards including Skytrax’s ‘Best Airline in Africa Award’ for six consecutive years among others. The airline has been a Star Alliance member since 2011 and has been registering more than threefold growth in the past 10 years. For more at: www.ethiopianairlines.com
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