Ethiopian Airlines has increased its air freight tariffs by 20% on perishable exports, impacting horticultural and fresh produce shipments from Ethiopia to major markets in Europe and the Middle East. The adjustment, which took effect in April 2026, primarily affects perishable cargo within the airline’s premium pricing category for high-value agricultural exports such as vegetables, herbs, and flowers that depend on fast and reliable air logistics. The carrier attributed the increase to mounting operational pressures, including rising fuel prices, elevated insurance premiums, and ongoing geopolitical instability disrupting global supply chains. The higher freight costs are expected to place additional financial strain on exporters—particularly smaller producers—and could lead to revised pricing strategies, reduced competitiveness, or compressed profit margins within Ethiopia’s horticulture export industry, which relies heavily on the extensive cargo network operated by Ethiopian Airlines.
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