Ethiopia’s Outstanding Success in Aviation Sector will Further Be Strengthened: Air Transport Facility Committee

The National Air Transport Facility Committee announced that Ethiopia's outstanding results attained in the aviation sector will be pursued in a strengthened manner. The Ethiopian Airlines is implementing modern systems that will enable it continue to manifest the country's good image. The Airline is one of the fastest-growing global airline brands and Africa's largest airline, it stated, and emphasized that Ethiopian has been the champion in various coveted global aviation awards for its unrivalled in efficiency and operational success. Modern systems and reforms that will scale up its global competitiveness are underway, it was indicated. The National Air Transport Facility Committee evaluated the airlines 6 months performance and showcased the successful achievements. Transport and Logistics Minister, Alemu Sime said that Ethiopia has registered remarkable achievement in the air transport sector and will continue in a strengthened manner. Modern systems that will enable the Ethiopian Airlines sustain and pursue its success are being implemented, he added. Beyond being a symbol of national pride for centuries; the Ethiopian Airlines has been a leading institution in the international aviation sector, Alemu emphasized. The successful journey of Ethiopian continues in a far better, the Minister explained, adding that the Ethiopian Airlines will continue to be the world's preferred airline by proactively mitigating and rectifying challenges that may arise during the course of its activities through strict discipline and effective working systems. Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO, Mesfin Tassew noted that Ethiopian continues to grow in all aspects and maintain its success. Ethiopian has registered a 29 percent growth compared to same period last year's number of passengers transported, a 14 percent growth in revenue while 22 percent in profit, he stated. Ethiopian has currently 145 aircrafts and purchase orders for new aircrafts has already been put out, Mesfin pointed out. Hence, it has maintained to contin ue its journey of success, the CEO, stated, and emphasized that through introducing and implementing modern systems it continue to achieve remarkable accomplishments. The airline adheres to strict discipline and quickly addresses any problems encountered, Mesfin underscored. Ethiopian Federal Police Deputy Commissioner General, Zelalem Mengistie said on his part that latest technologies are in place to ensure the safety and security of Ethiopian and will continue in a strengthened manner. Police is closely following on criminal activities around the airport, he stated, and added legal measures will be taken following appropriate investigation. Ethiopian Civil Aviation Director General, Getachew Mengistie said Ethiopian flight safety is confirmed by international organizations' report audit. Source: Ethiopian News Agency