Etihad appoints new regional cargo sales manager

Albert Soliman the airline’s new regional cargo sales manager Middle East and Africa

Based at Etihad’s home-base in Abu Dhabi, Soliman will be responsible for commercial cargo activity in the UAE and across the region.

Soliman brings 16 years of experience in freight forwarding and aviation transport. Prior to joining Etihad he worked for RAK Global Logistics as deputy general manager as well as with Expeditors, Australian Air Express and Jets Transport.

He is also an associate fellow of the Australian Institute of Management and a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Australia.

Des Vertannes, Etihad Airways’ executive vice president cargo, said: “Etihad Crystal Cargo continues to grow its services for customers and I am very pleased to welcome Albert to the team in Abu Dhabi.

“Countries across the Middle East region continue to develop their infrastructure and diversify their economies which are positive news for Etihad Crystal Cargo’s services.”

Soliman added: “Etihad Crystal Cargo has a strong flight network across the region and I am thrilled to have this opportunity to help grow the business further.”