Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has expanded operations in France with the introduction of a second weekly freighter service to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). The additional service strengthens trade links between France and key global markets across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, while increasing capacity and flexibility for customers moving specialised and high-value cargo.
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The introduction of a second weekly freighter service to Paris comes in response to increasing demand from customers across several strategic cargo verticals. Paris remains an important gateway within Etihad Cargo's global network, supporting the movement of pharmaceuticals through PharmaLife, perishables through FreshForward, equine transportation via SkyStables, and cultural logistics through FlyCulture, which plays an important role in supporting museums and cultural institutions in Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Stanislas Brun, Chief Cargo Officer at Etihad Airways, commented: “France has long been an important market for Etihad Cargo. The introduction of a second weekly freighter service to Paris shows both the strength of customer demand and our long-term goals for the region. As trade flows continue to evolve, our customers need greater flexibility, additional capacity, and reliable access to global markets. By increasing our services to Paris, we are enhancing connectivity between Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, while further strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global logistics and multimodal cargo hub.”
For more than 20 years, Etihad Cargo has supported French trade through its Abu Dhabi hub, connecting businesses in France to opportunities around the world. In 2025 alone, the carrier transported more than 26,000 tonnes of cargo to and from Paris. Today, Etihad Cargo’s French network includes three daily passenger flights to Paris, two weekly freighter services to Charles de Gaulle Airport, and a seasonal passenger service to Nice, providing customers with even greater capacity and market access.
The latest expansion is part of Etihad Cargo’s continued investment in its European network, supporting resilient global supply chains. By increasing connectivity between France and key international markets, Etihad Cargo is providing customers with the capacity, flexibility, and specialised solutions required to facilitate global trade and unlock new opportunities for growth.