Etihad Cargo to deliver US post + DHL Aviation is using Egyptair’s cargo complexes. PLUS: New customs duty on Iraqi carpet imports

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Etihad Cargo to deliver US post: Etihad Cargo has inked an interline agreement with a division of US-based National Air Cargo, National Airlines, to roll out the ICAIR23 program for the United States Postal Service (USPS), which is slated to launch this month and continue till August 2027, according to a press release. The first stage of the program will see National Airlines dispatch USPS civilian, military, and diplomatic mail using Etihad Cargo’s services.

DHL Aviation to operate cargo flights via EgyptAir Cargo ’s cargo complexes: EgyptAir Cargo will handle DHL aviation’s cargo flights through its cargo complex in Cairo under a new agreement, according to a statement. DHL Aviation began operating its first cargo flights through the complex on 1 August, and will be operating two flights every week.

ALSO WORTH KNOWING-

• Ira q’s cabinet has slapped a 60% customs duty on imported carpets and rugs. The tariff, which aims to protect local producers, will remain in effect for four years. (Statement)