Oman Air Cargo earns global recognition for strong growth

Oman Air Cargo, a division of the national carrier of Oman, was awarded the Fastest Growing International Cargo Airline of the Year (Highly Acclaimed) at the Air Cargo India 2020 awards gala held recently in Mumbai. 

Mohammed Al Musafir, senior vice president – Oman Air Cargo, said: “We are humbled and honoured to receive this award on such an important, international platform. We thank all our customers and industry partners for their trust and faith in Oman Air Cargo, which has helped us in our development and growth over the years, and we look forward to their continued support.” 2019 was another year of significant growth for Oman Air Cargo. With 112,500 tons of cargo transported, Oman Air Cargo achieved year-on-year growth of 16 per cent in terms of tonnage. In spite of the year’s challenges, 2020 will see more developments and growth in delivery of special products, thanks to customized solutions to customers with special commodities including Pharma, Fresh Produce, Valuables and Dangerous Goods, along with improved services including shorter acceptance and dwell time with express connections through its state-of-the-art hub in Muscat. Oman Air Cargo officials received this recognition at The STAT Trade Times Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo, part of Air Cargo India 2020. The gathering is a popular and important event within the air cargo community which acknowledges pioneering work by companies and leaders in the international air cargo sector. This event was attended by senior dignitaries from throughout industry sectors including airlines, freight forwarders and other partners. “Recognition at an event of this magnitude reflects and commemorates that everyone at Oman Air Cargo works with determination and professionalism to earn customers’ trust and confidence,” Al Musafir added.