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Avianca Airlines and TAAG Angola Airlines have entered a landmark alliance that promises to reshape the air cargo transportation industry through the establishment of a Special Prorate Agreement (SPA).
This strategic partnership is set to enhance service capacity, unlock new market opportunities, drive business development, and expand both airlines’ cargo destination networks.
The primary aim is to offer preferential terms and competitive rates to customers, capitalizing on the growing global demand for efficient and reliable air cargo services.
Under this agreement, TAAG Angola Airlines will broaden its reach across South America, adding key cities such as Bogotá (Colombia), Santiago (Chile), Lima (Peru), Montevideo (Uruguay), and Quito (Ecuador) to its network, in addition to its current São Paulo (GRU) route in Brazil.
This expansion is critical for TAAG, providing access to new markets for its industrial and business clients in Europe and Africa.
It also strengthens South America’s connectivity for businesses seeking to import and export goods between Europe and Africa.
At the same time, Avianca Airlines gains preferred access to the African market, reaching destinations including Luanda, Johannesburg, Lagos, Cape Town, Libreville, Kinshasa, Brazzaville, and Nairobi.
Leveraging TAAG’s extensive African cargo network, Avianca will be better positioned to meet the increasing demand for air cargo transportation between the Americas and Africa, establishing a strategic foothold on the continent.
The partnership enhances each airline’s cargo capabilities, particularly in transporting South American perishables and European heavy equipment.
The ability to move such cargo seamlessly between continents strengthens the airlines’ positions within the global supply chain.
By combining their networks, Avianca and TAAG can offer more reliable and timely deliveries for high-value and time-sensitive shipments, benefitting customers across key international markets.
The SPA is a vital component of both airlines’ broader global growth strategies. TAAG CEO Nelson Rodrigues de Oliveira emphasized, “São Paulo is positioning itself as a hub for TAAG’s South American entry, opening up new markets and routes for our sales teams.
This alliance benefits both airlines and will positively impact our bottom line in 2025.” The partnership not only fortifies TAAG’s presence in Africa but also unlocks new South American business opportunities.
Avianca shares a similarly optimistic outlook. Eduardo Arenas, Transformation and Alliances Manager at Avianca Cargo, stated, “We are delighted to further enhance our value proposition by broadening our portfolio of destinations for our customers.
This reinforces our vision to become a reliable partner for stakeholders across the region.” Avianca’s involvement in the alliance is a key step in expanding its cargo services and connecting clients to a wider global network.
This strategic collaboration marks a milestone in integrating air cargo networks between the Americas and Africa.
It is expected to boost transcontinental supply chains, enhance global trade connectivity, and facilitate smoother import and export flows.
By optimizing cargo capacity and route efficiency, the Avianca-TAAG alliance sets the stage for a more efficient, accessible, and cost-effective future for international air cargo transportation.
