Teleport and Etihad Cargo deepens partnership, with Phnom Penh Freighter Deployment

Teleport and Etihad Cargo have announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership with the launch of a new freighter deployment from Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Here's a breakdown of the key developments:

New Phnom Penh Freighter Service
- Aircraft: Two weekly Airbus A321F flights.
- Capacity: Adds 50 tonnes of cargo per week.
- Route: Operates via Abu Dhabi, connecting to Etihad Cargo’s global network across the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas.

Strengthening Southeast Asia Connectivity
- This new deployment builds on their existing joint freighter service from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).
- Enhances Cambodia’s access to international markets, supporting key export sectors like:
- Garments - Electronics - Perishables - Pharmaceuticals

Strategic Partnership Milestones
- The agreement was signed at Air Cargo Southeast Asia 2025.
- Follows Etihad Airways’ recent launch of passenger services to Phnom Penh using Airbus A321LR, which has shown strong cargo performance.

Leadership Commentary
- Stanislas Brun, Chief Cargo Officer at Etihad Airways: Emphasized the importance of supporting Southeast Asia’s dynamic trade flows and connecting Cambodian exporters to global markets.

- Jan Philipp Pöter, Chief Business Officer of Teleport: Highlighted the agility of their partnership, which has evolved from interline cooperation in 2022 to multi-route freighter deployments across Southeast Asia.

This move not only expands Etihad Cargo’s dedicated freighter network but also optimizes bellyhold capacity across its passenger fleet, offering flexible and reliable logistics solutions.