SolitAir launches scheduled air cargo services to Bahrain from DWC
SolitAir, the UAE's only dedicated cargo airline operating express daily scheduled airport-to-airport services across the Global South, has announced the launch of its new scheduled services from Dubai World Central (DWC) to Bahrain International Airport (BAH).
Starting this month, the cargo airline will operate the route, connecting Bahrain with DWC. The expansion marks another milestone in SolitAir's mission to connect high-yield trade routes across the Global South, offering reliable and efficient logistics solutions for freight forwarders, integrator airlines and e-commerce platforms across the Middle East (including Iraq and Turkey), as well as Africa, the Indian Subcontinent and Central Asia.
To support this expansion, SolitAir has appointed International Agencies Co Ltd (Intercol) as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in Bahrain. The partner brings strong local expertise, customer-centric service teams and a proven track record in air freight operations.
Commenting on the strategic importance of the expansion, Hamdi Osman, Founder & CEO of SolitAir, said: 'The launch of our scheduled service to Bahrain marks a significant milestone in SolitAir's growth journey. The high-yield trade route is crucial to our strategy of connecting Dubai with key hubs across the Global South, addressing the growing demand for efficient and reliable air cargo solutions. With our expanded fleet and the appointment of strong GSA partner Intercol, we are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional value to our customers in these markets.'
Abdul Rahman Ali Alwazzan, Director of International Agencies (Intercol), added:
'Intercol is excited to bring SolitAir's unique offerings to Bahrain. With their advanced logistics solutions and regional focus, we believe SolitAir will play a vital role in strengthening Bahrain's connectivity to key markets across the Global South.'
With the addition of Bahrain, SolitAir continues to expand its scheduled and chartered network, which already includes scheduled flights to Riyadh (RUH), Kuwait (KWI), Dhaka (DAC), Hong Kong (HKG), Mumbai (BOM), Chennai (MAA), Karachi (KHI) and Istanbul (IST) in addition to charter services to Erbil (EBL).
The Dubai-based cargo airline recently received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the region's logistics sector.
SolitAir currently operates a fleet of five Boeing 737-800 BCF freighters. The cargo airline plans to add three to five more aircraft by the end of 2025, with the aim of expanding to 20 aircraft by 2027. This fleet expansion supports the airline's growth from its state-of-the-art, 220,000-square-foot logistics facility at DWC.
The cargo airline's fleet is designed to handle a variety of specialized cargo, including temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, e-commerce shipments and hazardous materials, ensuring that each shipment reaches its destination securely and on time.
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