SolitAir, the UAE’s only dedicated cargo airline offering daily express services across the Global South, has launched new scheduled air cargo routes from Dubai World Central (DWC) to Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Bahrain International Airport (BAH).
The launch connects Dubai with two vital regional trade hubs, reinforcing SolitAir’s strategy to serve high-demand logistics corridors across the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent. The airline already operates scheduled services to major cities, including Riyadh, Dhaka, Mumbai, Chennai, Karachi, Hong Kong, and Istanbul, as well as charter flights to Erbil.
To support the new routes, SolitAir has appointed Al Hayat International for Air Shipping as its General Sales Agent (GSA) in Kuwait and International Agencies Co. Ltd (Intercol) as its GSA in Bahrain. Both partners are expected to enhance SolitAir’s local reach and operational efficiency.
Hamdi Osman, Founder and CEO of SolitAir, said:
“The launch of our scheduled services to Kuwait and Bahrain marks a significant milestone in SolitAir’s growth journey. These high-yield trade routes are crucial to our strategy of connecting Dubai with key hubs across the Global South, addressing the growing demand for efficient and reliable air cargo solutions. With our expanded fleet and the appointment of strong GSA partners in Al Hayat International and Intercol, we are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional value to our customers in these markets.”
Talal Al Jeri, CEO of Al Jeri Holdings and owner of Al Hayat International, commented:
“We are delighted to partner with SolitAir. Their commitment to speed, reliability and specialized cargo solutions aligns perfectly with the needs of the Kuwaiti market. This partnership will create new opportunities for Kuwaiti businesses to transport goods quickly and efficiently.”
Abdul Rahman Ali Alwazzan, Director at Intercol, added:
“Intercol is excited to bring SolitAir’s unique offerings to Bahrain. With their advanced logistics solutions and regional focus, we believe SolitAir will play a vital role in strengthening Bahrain’s connectivity to key markets across the Global South.”
The announcement follows SolitAir’s recent receipt of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA). This move further solidifies its operational credentials in the region.
Currently operating a fleet of five Boeing 737-800 BCF freighters, SolitAir is on track to expand to 20 aircraft by 2027, with up to five more aircraft expected by the end of 2025. The airline supports its operations from a 220,000-square-foot logistics hub at DWC, which is tailored to handle a range of cargo, including pharmaceuticals, hazardous goods, and e-commerce shipments.
This latest expansion signals growing momentum in SolitAir’s commitment to strengthening intra-regional trade and enhancing air freight connectivity across emerging markets.
