Etihad Airways and SF Airlines Joint Business Agreement

Etihad Airways and SF Airlines, China’s air cargo carrier, have signed a Joint Business Agreement (JBA) to enhance their cargo operations, expand network capacity, and offer customers greater flexibility and service options. The agreement was signed today by Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, and Li Sheng, Vice President of SF Group and Chairman of SF Airlines.

Through this agreement, the two airlines will collaborate on a metal-neutral basis to jointly market and integrate their airfreight services. This partnership aims for incremental growth and the creation of a seamless, shared network that provides customers with a wider range of destinations, increased cargo capacity, and improved service efficiency.

The JBA will enhance customer choices by expanding network connectivity and capacity across key trade lanes. This collaboration will also invest in service quality and operational efficiency, ensuring a superior customer experience.

Antonoaldo Neves remarked: “This business agreement marks an important step in Etihad’s strategy to strengthen global connectivity and deliver greater value to our customers. By working closely with SF Airlines, we are expanding our service offerings, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing our competitive position in the air cargo industry.”

Li Sheng added: “This agreement represents a significant milestone for SF Airlines as we continue to build our international network. Partnering with Etihad Airways enables us to increase capacity and gain greater market access, offering customers enhanced services. Together, we will drive innovation and efficiency to meet the growing demand for high-quality logistics solutions.”

The collaboration is expected to enhance revenue growth and customer satisfaction while responding effectively to the evolving demands of the global logistics sector.