Emirates SkyCargo has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Teleport, the logistics arm of AirAsia, to enhance air cargo connectivity between Southeast Asia and global markets through Dubai.
The agreement was formalized at IATA’s World Cargo Symposium by Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President Badr Abbas and Teleport CEO Pete Chareonwongsak.
The partnership aims to unlock greater trade opportunities by combining Emirates’ global reach of over 145 destinations with Teleport’s access to more than 100 destinations across Southeast Asia, including secondary and tertiary airports. Initiatives include expanded cargo interline options and block space agreements to boost flexibility and capacity for businesses across both regions.
“For almost 35 years, we’ve proudly supported trade in Southeast Asia. This partnership is a natural extension of that legacy,”
said Abbas, highlighting the benefits for customers accessing new markets in Asia and beyond.
Chareonwongsak noted that the collaboration marks Emirates’ first of its kind in the region.
“As e-commerce reshapes global logistics, this partnership strengthens our ability to serve rising demand, particularly for express and lightweight shipments,”
he said.
Southeast Asia, a manufacturing hub for sectors like electronics, fashion and pharmaceuticals, shipped approximately 2.5 million tons of air cargo in 2024. With infrastructure improvements and e-commerce growth, volumes are set to rise—especially toward the Middle East and Europe.
The partnership also aligns with deepening UAE–ASEAN economic ties, supported by CEPA agreements with Malaysia, Indonesia and Cambodia, and upcoming accords with Vietnam and Thailand. As Emirates expands its network, including new flights to Siem Reap and Da Nang in 2025, the collaboration with Teleport promises to strengthen supply chains and accelerate trade in a rapidly evolving global economy.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
