New collaboration reshapes cargo payments and boosts efficiency for freight forwarders and cargo players across the UAE
(IN SHORT) PayCargo has launched its digital cargo payment platform in the UAE, with Emirates SkyCargo as the first regional carrier to adopt the system. The integration allows freight forwarders and other stakeholders to make instant payments via credit card or direct debit and secure cargo release the same day or by the next business day, replacing traditional cash-based, manual processes. Emirates SkyCargo’s Badr Abbas emphasized the move as part of a broader push toward smart, tech-driven logistics, while PayCargo CEO Eduardo Del Riego highlighted time savings and reliability for customers. The expansion follows a 2022 alliance with Seed Group (Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum), which helped usher PayCargo into the UAE and the wider MENA market. Positioned within a nation known for its advanced infrastructure and digital-first policies, the partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency and bolster the resilience of the region’s logistics ecosystem.
(PRESS RELEASE) DUBAI/ FLORIDA, 2025-Jul-23 — /Travel PR News/ — PayCargo, the logistics industry’s trusted digital payments platform, has officially gone live in the United Arab Emirates, with Emirates SkyCargo becoming the first carrier in the region to deploy its solution. The partnership sweeps away paper- and cash-based processes, giving customers a frictionless, fully online way to settle cargo charges.
PayCargo connects airlines, forwarders and vendors on a single, secure portal. By integrating the platform, Emirates SkyCargo customers in the UAE can now pay instantly by credit card or direct debit and receive same‑day or next‑business‑day cargo release, reinforcing the airline’s pledge to accelerate operations through smart, customer-centric technology.
“The next era of logistics, and of Emirates SkyCargo, will be defined by smart technology and digital solutions. This partnership with PayCargo ensures we are at the forefront of that evolution, providing faster and more secure transactions for our customers, streamlining processes for our internal teams, and solving industry-wide challenges of accessing air freight capacity,” said Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo.
Eduardo Del Riego, President and CEO of PayCargo, added: “We’re thrilled to launch in the UAE with Emirates SkyCargo as our first regional partner. This solution will help streamline the cargo payment process and save customers valuable time. By eliminating manual payment systems, we can provide a more efficient and reliable solution. We look forward to our continued collaboration with Emirates SkyCargo as they lead the way in digital solutions for the logistics industry.”
The rollout builds on a 2022 strategic alliance between PayCargo and Seed Group, part of the Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum. Seed Group was instrumental in introducing PayCargo to the UAE and supporting its broader Middle East and North Africa expansion.
Long established as a global trade gateway, the UAE has invested heavily in multimodal infrastructure, digital acceleration and forward-looking regulation to cement its logistics leadership. Launching PayCargo in partnership with the world’s largest international airline strengthens the sector’s resilience and leverages the country’s world-class digital backbone.
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SOURCE: The Emirates Group
