Silk Way West Airlines Joins COP29 as Global Air Cargo Partner
Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, proudly announces its role as the Global Air Cargo Partner for COP29, which will take place in Baku in November 2024.
This partnership emphasizes the airline’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change, while also being in keeping with Azerbaijan’s declaration of 2024 as the Year of Solidarity for a Green World.
The Year of Solidarity for a Green World has featured a number of endeavors in support of environmental protection and reflects the Azerbaijani nation’s commitment to sustainable development. Silk Way West Airlines stands in full support of these initiatives, reinforcing its alignment with the country’s vision for a greener future.
As the Global Air Cargo Partner, Silk Way West Airlines will ensure the efficient transportation of essential materials and supplies for COP29. This role highlights the airline’s contribution to achieving global environmental objectives.
COP29 is a unique platform for Silk Way West Airlines to collaborate with global leaders, innovators, and policymakers. As a company operating at the crossroads of global trade, Silk Way West Airlines recognizes the importance of reducing its environmental impact and advancing green logistics solutions. By joining COP29, the airline continues to further its vision of fostering a sustainable future for the aviation and logistics sectors, in line with its mission to connect East and West through its strategic hub in Baku.
Zaur Akhundov, President of Silk Way Group, commented, “We are honored to serve as the Global Air Cargo Partner for COP29. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Silk Way West Airlines, and this partnership affirms our dedication to reducing the environmental impact of air cargo. By participating in this landmark event, we aim to contribute to a greener future for the global logistics industry and support Azerbaijan’s environmental goals.”
A key pillar of Silk Way West Airlines’ sustainability strategy is its fleet renewal plan, which will see the introduction of eight state-of-the-art aircraft by 2030. This includes four Boeing 777F, two Boeing 777-8F, and two Airbus A350F, designed to significantly reduce emissions and enhance operational efficiency.
About Silk Way West Airlines:
Founded in 2012 in Baku, at the heart of the Silk Road, Silk Way West Airlines operates hundreds of flights every month across the globe via its fleet of 12 dedicated Boeing 777F, 747-8F, and 747-400F aircraft based at Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
In line with its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Silk Way West Airlines plans to renew its fleet with eight new state-of-the-art aircraft by 2030, including four Boeing 777F, two Boeing 777-8F, and two Airbus A350F, to better meet global logistics demands.
The airline offers comprehensive cargo services to over 40 global destinations across Europe, the CIS, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas, managing an annual cargo turnover exceeding 500,000 tons.
About COP29:
Azerbaijan has been selected as the Presidency of the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), to be hosted in Baku this November.
The meeting comprises the twenty-nineth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 29), the nineteenth session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the meeting of the Parties to the Kyoto Protocol (CMP 19), and the sixth session of the Conference of the Parties serving as the meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement (CMA 6).
To deliver a process that is transparent, impartial and inclusive, the COP29 Presidency has developed a plan based on two mutually reinforcing pillars to enhance ambition and enable action.
Conference dates
Monday, 11 November to Friday, 22 November 2024
Location
Baku Stadium, Baku, Azerbaijan
