Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) handled 5.62 million passengers and 34,230 flight movements in July 2026, marking year-on-year increases of 8.4% and 1.7%, respectively. Overall passenger growth in July was primarily driven by a double-digit increase in transfer/transit passengers, with Hong Kong residents and visitors posting modest gains. Most markets expanded in July, while the decline in the Middle East continued to narrow. Over the first seven months of the year, passenger … [Read more...] about HKIA passenger traffic grows 8.4% in July despite 1.9% cargo decline
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AAHK signs MoU with Qatar Airways Cargo
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Qatar Airways Cargo in Hong Kong to strengthen connectivity between Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) and Qatar Airways Cargo's global network, and deepen cooperation in aviation development. The signing of the MoU represents a further strengthened partnership between HKIA and Qatar Airways Cargo. The cargo carrier has continued to grow from strength to strength at HKIA, currently operating around 56 … [Read more...] about AAHK signs MoU with Qatar Airways Cargo
Air cargo volumes rise by 4 per cent at Liège Airport in July 2026
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
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
Fraport reports July growth in Frankfurt passenger traffic and cargo volumes
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) welcomed some 6.2 million passengers in July 2026 – an increase of 1.4 percent compared to the same month last year. During the peak summer travel period, holiday destinations in Southern Europe saw particularly strong demand, notably Italy, Spain, Greece and Croatia. On long-haul routes, traffic to destinations in Israel, China and Brazil increased noticeably. Strong demand was also recorded for destinations in Africa, particularly Kenya and South Africa. Aircraft … [Read more...] about Fraport reports July growth in Frankfurt passenger traffic and cargo volumes
Chicago Rockford International Airports expands China e-commerce network with Rich Sale International
Rich Sale International (Rich Sale) has launched charter flights carrying e-commerce cargo from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA), China, to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Atlas Air will operate eight flights during August, followed by a twice-weekly scheduled service beginning in September. “China to North America is one of the largest lanes in air cargo, and e-commerce is its backbone right now,” said Zack Oakley, Executive Director, RFD. “We are creating the … [Read more...] about Chicago Rockford International Airports expands China e-commerce network with Rich Sale International
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