At the seventh edition of Air Cargo Africa in Nairobi, Gabriela Hiitola, Senior Vice President of Finnair Cargo, joined Rajarshi Chatterjee, Assistant Editor at STAT Media Group, for an exclusive interview during the three-day exhibition and conference.

In this engaging conversation, Hiitola delves into the far-reaching impact of the Ukraine-Russia war on Finnair Cargo’s operations, including major route disruptions and their implications on sustainability efforts. She shares how the airline is adapting to longer flight paths, rising fuel costs, and increased emissions, all while striving to meet its environmental goals. Hiitola also sheds light on Finnair Cargo’s key sustainability strategies, fleet improvements, and the growing importance of digitalisation and airport infrastructure in building a greener, more resilient air cargo industry.

The discussion wraps up with personal reflections on managing work-life balance in a 24x7 industry and Hiitola’s perspective on how the sector can attract young talent—especially women—into the dynamic world of air cargo.

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