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ABU DHABI STREAMLINES EXPORT BOOKING PROCESS IN NEW PARTNERSHIP
March 14, 2025
In line with Abu Dhabi's ambition to digitally transform its trade and logistics sectors, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Maqta Technologies Group, a part of AD Ports Group, have partnered with Etihad Cargo to introduce new features to the Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP).
The ATLP, inaugurated in May 2020, is a platform that aims to unify trade and logistics services across Abu Dhabi, including air, land, sea, and industrial free zones.
"ATLP's new functionalities are designed to enhance the export rate determination and booking process for air shipments, thereby enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and user satisfaction for logistics providers in Abu Dhabi," Etihad Cargo said in a statement.
It added that the latest enhancement ensures that stakeholders can make informed decisions, perform seamless bookings, and stay compliant with regulations, setting a new standard for air export operations.
The update will also give logistics providers in Abu Dhabi real-time access to Etihad Cargo's extensive network with immediate visibility of available capacity and pricing, enabling swift and accurate booking decisions.
Services from Etihad Cargo and Etihad Airport Services, the designated ground handling agent, will be integrated into the platform. The update also streamlines operations for freight forwarders holding Cargo Accounts Settlement System (CASS) numbers.
"The Abu Dhabi Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP) continues to be a leading digital solution, with this latest enhancement only further enhancing the emirate's trade and logistics sectors," said Mohammad Al Kamali, chief trade and industry officer, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO).
"Through the collaboration among all partners, traders can now leverage actionable, real-time data for more precise, informed decision-making, while enhanced optimization significantly cuts processing times," he added, noting that Abu Dhabi remains dedicated to delivering cutting-edge trade and logistics solutions.
Stanislas Brun, vice president Cargo at Etihad Cargo, said the carrier is proud to partner with Maqta Technologies Group to support the expansion of the ATLP, further driving digital transformation across Abu Dhabi's logistics sector.
"This latest enhancement aligns with Etihad Cargo's commitment to delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that streamline air cargo operations," he said. "By simplifying the air export rate determination and booking process, Etihad Cargo enables customers and partners to achieve greater efficiency and accuracy while ensuring compliance with international standards."
Braun noted that such collaborations are key to advancing Abu Dhabi's position as a global hub for trade and logistics.
