Addis Abeba -- Ethiopian Airlines is nearing a deal to acquire up to 10 long-haul Boeing freighter aircraft as the national carrier moves to expand its cargo operations and strengthen its position as a major aviation hub in Africa, according to Reuters, citing two industry sources.
According to a report by two industry insiders, Boeing could receive a new major order from Ethiopia. Ethiopian Airlines intends to acquire up to ten long-haul cargo aircraft for a new African freight hub with which it intends to compete against Gulf carriers.