Vienna Airport achieved a historic record result in air cargo in 2025: with 313,763 tonnes of cargo handled, a new all-time high was reached. Compared with the previous year, this represents a growth of 5.3%. Key drivers of this development were the targeted expansion of long-haul services with additional belly-hold capacity, as well as strong growth in the e-commerce and pharmaceutical segments. The Vienna Pharma Handling Center also recorded a new all-time high, exceeding the previous year’s … [Read more...] about Vienna Airport records best-ever cargo year with over 300,000 tonnes
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Turkish Airlines and Vienna Airport sign five-year ground handling agreement
Turkish Airlines has signed a comprehensive ground handling contract with Vienna Airport covering all services – from passenger care to baggage and aircraft handling. The five-year agreement, effective until 2030, further strengthens the long-standing partnership between Turkish Airlines and Vienna Airport. Serving the Austrian capital for nearly 65 years, Turkish Airlines currently operates five daily flights between Vienna and Istanbul – one of Europe’s major aviation hubs. “Turkish Airlines … [Read more...] about Turkish Airlines and Vienna Airport sign five-year ground handling agreement
Vienna Airport increases cargo volume by eight percent in the first three quarters of 2025
Vienna Airport is reaffirming its role as a cargo hub for Central and Eastern Europe: From January through the end of September 2025, a total volume of 233,233 tonnes was handled—an increase of eight percent compared with the same period of the previous year. Belly-hold capacity on long-haul flights and the e-commerce segment, in particular, showed dynamic growth. “The positive trend in air cargo continues: We recorded further gains in the third quarter. Vienna Airport offers a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Vienna Airport increases cargo volume by eight percent in the first three quarters of 2025
South Korean cargo airline AIRZETA launches in Austria, choosing Vienna Airport as its European cargo hub
Strengthening international cargo connectivity: AIRZETA, a newly established South Korean cargo airline, has officially launched operations and selected Vienna Airport as its primary European hub. A comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding for Cargo Development and long-term handling agreements form the cornerstone of this strategic long-term collaboration. With this partnership, Vienna Airport further expands its role as a key gateway for international air freight. The cooperation was formally … [Read more...] about South Korean cargo airline AIRZETA launches in Austria, choosing Vienna Airport as its European cargo hub
Celebrating innovation and partnership at the 12th Payload Asia Awards
The air cargo and logistics community gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore on 24 October 2025 for the 12th Payload Asia Awards — an evening celebrating leadership, innovation, and partnership across the regional and global supply chain. This year’s edition featured 25 award categories recognising achievements across carriers, airports, express operators, handlers, freight and logistics service providers, cold chain specialists, technology innovators, and solution partners — reflecting … [Read more...] about Celebrating innovation and partnership at the 12th Payload Asia Awards
Vienna Airport charts a course as pharma gateway for Europe–Asia flows
The global market for temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical logistics surpassed US$42 billion in 2024, and if the numbers hold, annual growth is expected to continue at 7.6%. Behind those figures, however, lies a more nuanced picture—one that demands tighter handling protocols, faster transits, and infrastructure purpose-built for precision. At Vienna Airport, that shift isn’t just on the radar—it’s already well underway. In 2024, the Austrian hub handled 4,238 tonnes of pharmaceutical … [Read more...] about Vienna Airport charts a course as pharma gateway for Europe–Asia flows
