The introduction on 1st July 2026 of the new European customs regulations on e-commerce marked a turning point for the air cargo industry in Europe and, in particular, for operations at Liege Airport. This first month of implementation of the €3 flat-rate tax on small parcels led to an immediate reorganisation of e-commerce flows, whilst highlighting the resilience of Liege Airport’s multi-freight model. The introduction of this European tax measure has profoundly altered the structure of … [Read more...] about Air cargo volumes rise by 4 per cent at Liège Airport in July 2026
TAAG Cargo safely transports lions from South Africa to Nigeria via Angola
TAAG Angola Airlines has successfully completed a specialised live animal transport operation, carrying two adult lions weighing approximately 200 kilograms each from Johannesburg, South Africa, to Lagos, Nigeria, via Dr. António Agostinho Neto International Airport (NBJ) in Luanda. The operation highlights TAAG Cargo’s ability to manage complex logistics projects, including the transportation of live animals, special cargo, and shipments that require rigorous safety standards, detailed … [Read more...] about TAAG Cargo safely transports lions from South Africa to Nigeria via Angola
Emirates SkyCargo transports Orbitworks’ Altair-1, the first commercial AI-enabled satellite developed and manufactured in the UAE
Emirates SkyCargo has completed the transport of Altair-1, the UAE’s first commercial AI-enabled earth observation satellite. Part of Orbitworks’ Altair constellation, the movement of the satellite highlights a landmark achievement in the UAE’s vision to become a global leader in space and advanced technologies. Altair-1 was flown on an Emirates SkyCargo Boeing 777 freighter aircraft from Dubai (DWC) airport to Los Angeles (LAX) ahead of its scheduled launch in October 2026. Altair is a … [Read more...] about Emirates SkyCargo transports Orbitworks’ Altair-1, the first commercial AI-enabled satellite developed and manufactured in the UAE
Brussels Airport handles 67,000 tonnes of cargo in July as passenger traffic hits 2019 high
In July, Brussels Airport welcomed around 2.6 million travellers, an increase of 2.8% compared to July 2025. This was the highest monthly passenger figure recorded since 2019. The start of the summer holidays traditionally brings a strong peak in departing traffic. Cargo volumes, meanwhile, fell by 3.2% to a total of around 67,000 tonnes. 92,000 travellers on the busiest day of the summer holidays In July, 2,577,710 passengers travelled via Brussels Airport. The busiest day was 20 July, with … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport handles 67,000 tonnes of cargo in July as passenger traffic hits 2019 high
Liege Airport’s EU CBEC 2026 brings ease and movement to e-commerce
The logistics behind the world’s fastest-growing air cargo commodity segment - e-commerce - is a complex web of processes, policies, and potential bottlenecks. CargoLand by Liege Airport has successfully unravelled those complexities and constructed a resilient and efficient e-commerce logistics community operation for Belgium and beyond. Its story is offered as a blueprint for navigating existing and upcoming cross-border requirements and regulations. Come and hear four key e-commerce … [Read more...] about Liege Airport’s EU CBEC 2026 brings ease and movement to e-commerce
Teleport partners with Avalon Airport Melbourne, strengthens Oceania network with new Australian hub
Teleport, Capital A’s logistics venture and leading Southeast Asian eCommerce logistics specialist, and Avalon Airport Melbourne (Avalon Airport) have signed a partnership agreement to establish Avalon as Teleport’s latest strategic operations hub in Victoria, Australia. The agreement strengthens Teleport’s air network reach to better support cargo and eCommerce movement between major Asian trade lanes and Oceania through Avalon’s dedicated air freight infrastructure. Teleport currently … [Read more...] about Teleport partners with Avalon Airport Melbourne, strengthens Oceania network with new Australian hub
