Liege Airport continues its growth trajectory in the first half of 2026 with a growth of more than 11% in air cargo tonnages and strengthens its position as a reference air cargo hub in Europe. Over the first six months of the year, the number of cargo aircraft movements increased by 3.3% compared to the same period in 2025 (14,354 versus 13,892). At the same time, the volumes transported recorded a much higher growth, with an 11.3% increase in tonnages handled (697,816 tons compared to 626,690 … [Read more...] about Liege Airport posts 11% cargo growth in H1 as exports to Asia and North America surge
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Chicago Rockford International Airport marks groundbreaking of 334,800-square-foot Hillwood logistics development
Construction has begun on a new 334,800-square-foot logistics facility being developed by Hillwood, a Perot Company (Hillwood), located one mile from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). The building is the first phase of Rockford Logistics Park 20 and is designed to accommodate air cargo, logistics, distribution, light manufacturing, and assembly operations, with the flexibility to serve either a single occupant or multiple tenants. "The start of construction is another … [Read more...] about Chicago Rockford International Airport marks groundbreaking of 334,800-square-foot Hillwood logistics development
Texel Air set to serve Western Sydney International’s 24-hour cargo precinct
Texel Air Australasia (Texel Air) has signed on to operate its charter air cargo services from Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport’s 24-hour Cargo Precinct, which is set to launch soon, with the first commercial freighters coming in for landing on Sunday, 26 July. WSI CEO Simon Hickey said he was thrilled to welcome Texel Air to Sydney’s new global gateway and state-of-the-art cargo hub that will boost the city’s air cargo capacity significantly, creating new jobs … [Read more...] about Texel Air set to serve Western Sydney International’s 24-hour cargo precinct
Chicago Rockford International Airport expands DSV partnership with new Luxembourg service
Chicago Rockford International Airport(RFD) has expanded its partnership with DSV following the launch of a new weekly freight service from Luxembourg (LUX), announced today at Air Cargo China in Shanghai. The new service builds on the successful launch of DSV's existing weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to RFD service, strengthening RFD's position within global supply chains linking Europe, Asia, and the Americas. "This expansion demonstrates the strength of our … [Read more...] about Chicago Rockford International Airport expands DSV partnership with new Luxembourg service
San Francisco International Airport accelerates air cargo operations with advanced Lödige Industries technology
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is advancing a major expansion of its air cargo infrastructure through a more than $300 million investment. Designed to accommodate growing cargo volumes through advanced automation, the facility will enhance efficiency and further strengthen SFO’s position as a leading air cargo gateway on the U.S. West Coast. Lödige Industries, a global leader in cargo terminal technology, has been selected to equip the terminal with customised solutions for automated … [Read more...] about San Francisco International Airport accelerates air cargo operations with advanced Lödige Industries technology
Brussels Airport and Safran launch construction of a Module Factory for LEAP engine maintenance
Brussels Airport and Safran, a global leader in the aerospace industry, launched the construction of a more than 15,000 m² extension at the Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels site, which was inaugurated in 2024. This new facility will be dedicated to the maintenance of aircraft engine modules. Separately maintaining the different parts of an engine, each of which can consist of several thousand components, will help to speed up repairs and optimise operations. This project meets the … [Read more...] about Brussels Airport and Safran launch construction of a Module Factory for LEAP engine maintenance
