Etihad Cargo celebrates first anniversary of services to Osaka

Etihad Cargo handled 2,911 tonnes of cargo ex Osaka in 2024—which is 39.1 per cent of its total 7,440 tonnes ex Japan.  It now operates 10 weekly flights connecting Osaka and Tokyo to over 100 global destinations. 

The carrier has seen exceptional product growth, with AirMail achieving a 125.8 per cent year-on-year increase in Japan and a 208 per cent increase in Osaka, which now accounts for 39 per cent of Japan's AirMail tonnage; SecureTech uptake in Osaka also accounts for 20.8 per cent of Japan's total SecureTech tonnage.

Etihad Cargo's digital transformation and high service quality have led to a 90 per cent e-AWB penetration in Osaka, supported by high On-Time Performance (OTP) and a sophisticated Road Feeder Service network, reinforcing its commitment to being the Air Cargo Partner of Choice in Japan's growing economy. 

In 2024, Etihad Cargo has handled 7,440 tonnes of cargo ex Japan, with 2,911 tonnes moving through Osaka, accounting for 39.1 per cent of the carrier’s total tonnage in the country. With three weekly flights from Osaka and seven from Tokyo, Etihad Cargo now operates 10 flights per week from Japan, providing seamless connections to more than 100 global destinations via its Abu Dhabi hub.

Stanislas Brun, vice president cargo, said: “Celebrating one year of operations in Osaka is a significant milestone for Etihad Cargo. Our success in Japan, particularly in Osaka, demonstrates our commitment to being the Air Cargo Partner of Choice for our customers. By providing innovative and reliable airfreight solutions, we look forward to further supporting the growing Japanese market and helping our customers meet their evolving logistics needs.”