By: Logistics middle east

Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and Maqta Technologies Group have partnered with Etihad Cargo to enhance the export booking process for air shipments, boosting plans to digitally transform trade and logistics in the region.

The deal allows Export Rate Determination and Booking features to be added to Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP), a service that digitally unifies Abu Dhabi’s logistics network.

A new standard for air exports

Developed and operated by Maqta Technologies Group, part of AD Ports Group, ATLP was inaugurated in May 2020 by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

The platform aims to unify trade and logistics services across Abu Dhabi, including air, land, sea, and industrial free zones.

ATLP’s new features are designed to improve efficiency and accuracy, for logistics providers in Abu Dhabi, enabling more informed decisions and more seamless bookings.

Significantly, the new update allows users to stay compliant with regulations, setting a new standard for air export operations.

Real-time access and visibility

It also means logistics providers in Abu Dhabi will have 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 enhancement also streamlines operations for freight forwarders holding Cargo Accounts Settlement System (CASS) numbers.

Partnering for greater value

Mohammad Al Kamali, Chief Trade and Industry Officer, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), said, “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.”

Dr Noura Al Dhaheri, CEO of Maqta Technologies Group and Digital Cluster- AD Ports Group, said, “The launch of these new features on Abu Dhabi’s Official Single Trade Window, ATLP, reflects our commitment to driving innovation, enhancing efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders.”

Stanislas Brun, Vice President Cargo at Etihad Cargo, 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. Collaborations like this are key to advancing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for trade and logistics.”