DSV Global Transport and Logistics have become Etihad Cargo’s first partner to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to offset the carbon emissions of its cargo shipment. Etihad Cargo transported DSV’s cargo shipment from Washington Dulles to Abu Dhabi on Etihad’s first transatlantic NetZero flight on November 13, 2022.

Etihad Cargo facilitated DSV’s SAF purchase via the book and claim system enabling DSV to offset CO2.

Martin Drew, Senior Vice President – Global Sales & Cargo at Etihad Aviation Group, said: ” Etihad Cargo’s partnership with DSV to transport cargo utilizing the SAF book and claim system has showcased the power of collaboration and demonstrated the future of net-zero aviation. The successful delivery of DSV’s shipment has proved net-zero air cargo operations are possible and is the first step in transforming the possible into the routine.”

Etihad’s Boeing 787 “Greenliner” combined SAF with contrail prevention technology from its partner, SATAVIA, to actively manage carbon emissions and non-CO2 climate effects from contrails, or condensation trails, which cause surface warming and are responsible for up to two-thirds of aviation’s climate impact.

One of the latest and most important steps in Etihad Cargo’s sustainability journey is offering its partners and customers the option to transport cargo more sustainably via the SAF book and claim system.