MSC Air Cargo Launches First Official Hong Kong Service with Hactl Partnership

MSC Air Cargo, recently rebranded from AlisCargo Airlines following its acquisition by the Mediterranean Shipping Company, has officially launched operations under its new name.

The Milan-based carrier has selected Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl) as its service partner for cargo handling, ramp services, and documentation.

MSC Air Cargo’s B777 freighters initially arrived in Hong Kong in December 2022, operating on a crewing, maintenance, and insurance (CMI) basis through Atlas Air.

The airline fully acquired AlisCargo in 2024, rebranding it as MSC Air Cargo on September 5. Since July, MSC Air Cargo has operated three weekly flights from Milan to Hong Kong, with Hactl providing comprehensive ground handling services.

Jannie Davel, Senior Vice President of MSC Air Cargo, expressed optimism about the expanded Hong Kong operations, praising Hactl’s service quality and facilities. Hactl’s Joanna Li also welcomed MSC Air Cargo’s rebranding and increased capacity, noting the company’s longstanding collaboration and the mutual growth opportunity within the Asia market.

Jannie Davel, Senior Vice President of MSC Air Cargo, says: “We are excited about the potential for our newly-expanded Hong Kong operation, and are very pleased to extend the successful historic collaboration between Hactl and ourselves. Their extensive facilities for freighter operators and their clear focus on service quality will provide us with a strong base from which to grow our business.”

Adds Hactl Executive Director – Commercial and Business Development, Joanna Li: “We are delighted to welcome back an old friend under its new name, and with its greatly increased capacity. We wish the new MSC Air venture every success, and look forward to playing a key role in its successful development in the Asia market.”