Key takeaways
- Twice-weekly Boeing 777 freighter services link Ezhou, Addis Ababa, São Paulo and Santiago, Ethiopian Business Review reports.
- November 9 — the first charter carrying Chilean cherries arrived at Ezhou Huahu airport.
- Outbound cargo includes Chinese e-commerce goods; return shipments focus on South American fresh produce.
Why it matters
- Addis Ababa connects the Asian, African and South American legs.
- Perishable cargo makes cold-chain handling central to the service.
- Analysis: Additional frequency could strengthen Ethiopian’s role in intercontinental freight.
What to watch
- Actual cargo volumes and schedule reliability.
- Demand across both directions of the route.
Source: Ethiopian Business Review | 11 November 2026 | Original report
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