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Who We Are

East Africa's trusted General Sales & Service Agent, blending local insight with global excellence.

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ADL Aviation has become East Africa's leading General Sales & Service Agent

We are a trusted partner of Ethiopian Airlines with a diverse fleet of freighters including the B737, B767, B777, B787 and A350-900.

We are committed to serving leading airline carriers with representation and management of cargo operations — providing our clients with an extension of their own operations and brand, and offering comprehensive cargo coverage.

Our team comprises experienced professionals trained with top airlines, forwarders and trainers, with expertise in handling various aircraft types, including narrow and wide body.

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Our Fleet

A diverse fleet of freighters

As a trusted partner of Ethiopian Airlines, we operate and represent a versatile range of narrow and wide-body freighter aircraft.

Boeing 737 freighter✈

Boeing 737

Narrow-body
Boeing 767 freighter✈

Boeing 767

Wide-body
Boeing 777 freighter✈

Boeing 777

Wide-body
Boeing 787 freighter✈

Boeing 787

Wide-body
Airbus A350-900 freighter✈

Airbus A350

Wide-body
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Our Purpose

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission

To be a leading global General Sales & Service Agent (GSSA), delivering world-class air cargo solutions by representing top-tier airlines with unmatched professionalism, integrity and commitment.

Our Vision

To lead as the most trusted and innovative global GSSA — rising as Africa's most influential air cargo partner by redefining freight standards through excellence, innovation and strategic partnerships.

Core Values

Airline-centric service · Professionalism · Integrity & transparency · Partnership & collaboration · Market expertise · Innovation & agility · Global vision.

Our Focus Area

Specialised cargo expertise across Africa

Our extensive network coverage across Africa enables seamless connectivity, efficient operations and comprehensive service for our clients — across every cargo specialism.

Perishables

Temperature-controlled handling of fresh vegetables, meat and other perishable produce — preserving quality from acceptance to uplift.

Special Cargo

Expert handling of special shipments including live animals and dangerous goods, in full compliance with IATA regulations.

General Cargo

Expertly managing a wide range of general cargo shipments with efficient and reliable transportation solutions.

Pharmaceuticals

Safe, secure transportation of pharmaceutical products with strict temperature control and regulatory compliance.

Textiles

Tailored logistics for the textile industry — including storage, inventory management and timely distribution.

Tea & Coffee

Expert handling of tea and coffee shipments, preserving aroma, flavour and quality throughout the supply chain.

Courier

Swift, dependable courier services for time-critical shipments, ensuring prompt and secure delivery.

Humanitarian

Logistics and transportation support for humanitarian initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of aid and relief supplies.

ADL Aviation global network

Our Network

Locally based, globally connected

Our specialists provide market intelligence and cultural insights, analysing your resources to develop tailored product strategies while executing targeted marketing campaigns.

With a presence across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, the United Kingdom and Europe, we connect African markets to the world — and the world to Africa.

  • Six regional offices across four countries
  • Dedicated country managers and cargo specialists
  • 24/7 multilingual customer support
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