Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), JV of ST Engineering and Airbus, continues to expand its presence in the fast-growing Chinese aviation market with the signing of a contract for an Airbus A330-300 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion with Hong Kong-based specialist aircraft lessor, Asia Pacific Aviation Leasing Group (APAL). The aircraft will be converted at one of EFW’s partner facilities from 2Q2026, while technical planning and certification will take place at its headquarters in Dresden, … [Read more...] about EFW signs Airbus A330 freighter conversion contract with Hong Kong-based APAL
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EFW expands footprint in China with new A330 freighter conversion contract
Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), JV of ST Engineering and Airbus, has expanded its presence in the fast‑growing Chinese aviation market with the signing of a new freighter conversion contract with Hengqin Winglet Aircraft Technology (Hengqin Winglet), marking the lessor’s first Airbus A330 passenger‑to‑freighter (P2F) programme with EFW. EFW will carry out the A330P2F conversion at its partner facility in China, with work commencing in mid-2026 and supported by technical planning and certification … [Read more...] about EFW expands footprint in China with new A330 freighter conversion contract
Singapore to establish world’s first airport testbed for next-generation propulsion technologies
The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), CFM International and Airbus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish Singapore as the world's first airport testing ground for operations of CFM’s next-generation Revolutionary Innovation for Sustainable Engines (RISE) technologies, with a focus on Open Fan engine architecture. The partnership will study the impact of Open Fan and other RISE programme technologies on airport operations to develop a comprehensive readiness … [Read more...] about Singapore to establish world’s first airport testbed for next-generation propulsion technologies
DHL Supply Chain renews and expands its contract with Airbus for the management of its global logistics flows
DHL Supply Chain confirms the renewal of its contract with Airbus, a leading aircraft manufacturer, to manage and orchestrate its global transport flows for its commercial aircraft activities. This lead transport partnership (LTP), launched in 2008, now encompasses air, sea, road, and parcel transport, as well as a dedicated 24/7 service for critical AOG (Aircraft on Ground) operations. DHL’s LTP solution is designed not just to manage supply chains, but to transform them through embedded value … [Read more...] about DHL Supply Chain renews and expands its contract with Airbus for the management of its global logistics flows
Silk Way West Airlines orders two additional A350F freighters
Silk Way West Airlines, based in Baku, Azerbaija,n has signed a firm contract for an additional two A350F freighter aircraft. The agreement, which takes the total order to four A350Fs, forms the backbone of Silk Way West Airlines’ fleet modernisation and expansion strategy. “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Airbus on the A350F programme. This order, bringing our total commitment to four aircraft, marks a major milestone in our company’s growth and reflects our confidence in the … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines orders two additional A350F freighters
Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents
Optimism was the prevailing tone as Asia Pacific's airline leaders convened in Bangkok from 14–15 November 2025 for the 69th Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents. And the confidence is well-founded: the region handles 35% of global air traffic, boasts the world’s fastest cargo growth, and is poised to dominate aviation’s future. Against this backdrop, airline executives outlined strategies to ensure that infrastructure, workforce development, and sustainability … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents







