BAKU—Silk Way West Airlines has been designated as the Global Air Cargo Partner for the upcoming COP29 climate conference in Azerbaijan, emphasizing the airline’s role in promoting sustainable practices within the global logistics sector.
According to Trend News Agency, the announcement was made by Narmin Jarchalova, Chief Operating Officer for COP29 Azerbaijan. “We are delighted to announce Silk Way West Airlines as our Global Air Cargo Partner for COP29 in Azerbaijan. This conference is poised to be a transformative event, offering a unique platform to advance global climate agreements, implement forward-thinking climate strategies, and enhance international cooperation towards a greener future. Our collaboration with Silk Way West Airlines will be crucial in achieving our targets at COP29, and we are enthusiastic about the opportunity to work together to drive meaningful climate progress,” Jarchalova stated.
Silk Way West Airlines, known for its extensive experience in handling complex logistics, including oversized and critical freight, serves over 40 global destinations across continents. The partnership aligns with the airline’s sustainability commitments, as Zaur Akhundov, President of the Silk Way Group, highlighted. “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,” Akhundov commented.
COP29 will feature a Green Zone where businesses from around the world committed to sustainable practices will showcase climate-friendly products and solutions. This space will foster connections, sharing, and learning to advance global climate action. The conference will also include a full schedule of presentations, networking events, workshops, briefings, and music, providing numerous opportunities for businesses to engage and collaborate on pressing environmental issues.
Additional information on participating in or partnering with the Green Zone at COP29, set to take place from November 11-22, 2024, is available on the conference’s official site.