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Globe Air Cargo Dominican Republic has signed an agreement with the Panamanian cargo airline Uniworld Air Cargo to support the launch of cargo flights between Punta Cana (PUJ) and Panama City (PTY). This new connection was inaugurated on March 23, 2026, and is scheduled to operate twice weekly, on Thursdays and Sundays, using a Boeing 737F. The estimated weekly capacity is 40 tons. The service caters to a variety of goods, including general cargo, live animals, perishable goods, and oversized items.
Expanded Connections in Latin America
By connecting to PTY, the new service opens access to key destinations such as Bogotá (Colombia), Caracas (Venezuela), Havana (Cuba), San Salvador (El Salvador), Lima (Peru), and San José (Costa Rica). Additionally, improved routing options through the Mexican capital airport NLU are created, providing further access opportunities to the USA and Canada.
The partnership between Globe Air Cargo and Uniworld Air Cargo enhances the ECS Group’s ability to quickly provide tailored cargo solutions. Customers benefit from optimized capacity access, increased flexibility, and a seamless booking process supported by the ECS Group’s digital ecosystem and global sales infrastructure.
Ivan Mejia, Managing Director of Globe Air Cargo Dominican Republic, commented on the agreement: “Securing this deal with Uniworld is a strong affirmation of our commercial agility and market expertise. This operation not only strengthens connectivity within the region but also opens new opportunities for our customers through reliable, high-frequency cargo capacities.”
Jossette Navarro, Commercial Director at Uniworld Air Cargo, added: “The Dominican Republic represents a market with significant growth potential for exports and imports. Beyond its local strength, it is a strategic gateway to Europe and Canada. Through this partnership with the ECS Group, we are confident in accelerating our market penetration and offering competitive cargo solutions in the region and to North America.”
With this agreement, the ECS Group reaffirms its role as a significant GSSA and demonstrates its ability to deliver measurable commercial performance and assist airline partners in quickly and accurately seizing new market opportunities.
