Biman signs deal with Etihad to rescue cargo business
Biman Bangladesh Airlines, the national flag carrier, has signed a code-sharing agreement with Etihad Airways to transport cargoes.
The management of the airlines signed the agreement recently while the national flag carrier undergoes a ban on direct air shipment to London.
As per the deal, Biman can transport 48,500 kg cargo a week and will share its revenue with Etihad
Shakil Meraj, general manager (PR) of Biman, told the Dhaka Tribune that the agreement would help carry cargo to European destinations as the UK government has imposed a ban on direct air cargo shipment from Dhaka to London.
