TCE is the first and only company in the industry to offer airlines and GSAs a comprehensive portfolio of independent outsourcing and supervision services relating to all areas of operational air cargo safety, security, and quality. It looks back on six highly successful years of delivering ‘Total Cargo Expertise’ to the air cargo market.
Increasing demands for security, compliance, and efficiency in the air cargo industry led to the founding of TCE, six years ago. The idea was to enable the outsourcing of all operational, compliance, and security aspects to an expert air cargo team, so that airlines and GSAs could continue to focus fully on their core business in a rapidly changing environment.
“TCE was designed to eliminate major obstacles in air cargo management,” says Sarah Scheibe, Managing Director of TCE. “Increasing cargo volumes make managing flows more complex. Add to this the risk of cargo security incidents through certain commodities, mishandling or theft and damage, and constantly evolving customs regulations, and airlines are often faced with a lack of internal resources and expertise to cope with these challenges. With TCE, we seek to solve these problems, taking away the risk of cargo or customs non-compliance, ensuring proper handling of sensitive cargo, and minimizing errors and delays through careful handling and loading supervision.”
TCE has since established itself as a highly competent service partner catering to airlines, GSSAs, and logistics and air freight companies, and delivering professional solutions in the areas of quality, safety, and security. Located at Frankfurt/Main Airport, one of the world’s key cargo hubs, its team of fully certified ground control experts provides 24/7/365 support for a comprehensive portfolio of operational air cargo processes. These include supplier or handling management, customs reporting (ICS/ACE/AMS, etc.), security filing (PLACI/ACAS/ICS2), regulatory compliance, audits, risk assessments and quality assurance, training and certification support, sensitive cargo management, load plan creation and loading compliance, contract management, claim management, and cargo charter coordination, to name but a few. Certain functions, such as operational supervision, are offered both on-site at hub stations, and remotely. TCE ensures full security and regulatory compliance in all its services.
A steadily growing number of airlines, GSAs and air cargo logistics providers have placed their trust in TCE over the past six years. Today, the dedicated team of experts annually carries out more than 80 supplier and process audits and supervises around 225 cargo aircraft on site. On the customs side, it annually processes over 105,000 AWBs to 27 countries across 5 continents, with France, United States, Netherlands, Germany, and Canada heading the top of the list. In addition, TCE declares 4,000+ flights each year, and supervises around 86,000 AWBs and an annual average of 160,000 tons of cargo being moved through its 230+ contracted and audited handling agents at more than 230 airports around the globe. Over the years, shipments entrusted to TCE have flown to over 380 different destinations, of which the top 5 cargo airports are Frankfurt (FRA), Punta Cana (PUJ), Amsterdam (AMS), Bogota (BOG), and Cancun (CUN).
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“TCE is a completely neutral and independent business partner that can be relied upon to deliver professional air cargo support for a wide portfolio of services,” Sarah Scheibe, Managing Director of TCE, explains. “As an example of our scope: in just the past three years, aside from general cargo, TCE has also been responsible for the safe and stress-free transport for over 6,200 animals, more than 850 tons of pharmaceuticals, and 82,000 tons of flowers and other perishables. We are the only company in the air cargo industry to provide fully outsourced services on both operational tasks and supervision, resulting in smoother and more efficient cargo operations. And we are continuously improving to become even more dynamic, innovative, and customer centric. After all, every service quality enhancement translates into lower costs, greater efficiency and allows our airline and GSA clients even more time for their core business.”
Saudia Cargo has unveiled two major trade routes connecting Zhengzhou in China and Liège in Belgium. This marks a strategic step to enhance its global logistics network. These new connections are expected to significantly increase cargo capacity between Asia and Europe. This development will strengthen the airline’s position as a key player in the rapidly evolving international freight landscape.
Zhengzhou, located in central China, has become a major logistics hub in recent years. This growth is particularly notable in high-demand sectors such as electronics and e-commerce. By launching a dedicated service from this city, Saudia Cargo is tapping into one of China’s most dynamic markets. The route strengthens the airline’s footprint in Asia. It also enhances its ability to support time-sensitive cargo movements, particularly for industries driven by rapid delivery expectations.
Liège, on the other hand, is a pivotal cargo gateway in Europe. It is known for its efficiency and strong infrastructure tailored for air freight. Establishing a direct connection to this key European hub underscores Saudia Cargo’s intent. It aims to streamline the movement of goods into and out of the EU. This caters to businesses looking for reliable and fast cargo services. This route is also expected to support the increasing volumes of e-commerce and pharma shipments flowing between Europe and Asia.
Both routes reflect the airline’s broader ambitions to align with global trade demands and optimize its cargo operations in response to shifting market dynamics. By focusing on high-demand trade lanes, Saudia Cargo aims to offer greater connectivity and flexibility for its clients, particularly in sectors that rely on consistent, efficient, and scalable logistics solutions.
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The aircraft deployed on these routes—Boeing 747-400Fs and 777 freighters—are tailored for high-volume, long-haul operations, ensuring that Saudia Cargo can meet the capacity requirements of businesses moving goods between continents. These freighters are equipped to handle a wide range of cargo types, from general freight to sensitive and oversized shipments.
With the addition of these two strategic routes, Saudia Cargo is reinforcing its position as a global logistics enabler, supporting trade across major economic corridors. The expansion also aligns with the broader objectives of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which emphasizes the country’s role as a logistics and transportation hub connecting East and West.
LOT Cargo, the air freight division of Poland’s national carrier, LOT Polish Airlines, has unveiled a new partnership. It will make the airline’s worldwide capacity available on cargo.one, the leading platform for digital air freight procurement and sales.
In the coming weeks, LOT services will be offered to cargo.one’s vast user base. This includes thousands of freight forwarding branches in every major cargo market. Doubling down on digital sales with cargo.one enables the carrier to elevate its brand presence and market agility. The carrier also benefits from digital best practices cargo.one has earned from digitalizing sales for over 65 airlines globally.
LOT Cargo offers sizable intra-European connectivity. It also provides direct, wide-body long haul capacity from Central and Eastern Europe to important hub airports in the United States, Canada, China, India, Japan, and South Korea. LOT leverages a modern cargo terminal at Warsaw Chopin Airport and extensive road feeder services. It offers forwarders fast and flexible services, as well as its renowned quality assurance. As part of its impressive growth strategy, LOT will grow its fleet from 75 to 110 aircraft in the upcoming years.
Forwarders in all corners of the world will shortly secure LOT Cargo’s extensive global capacity. They will do so using the most user-friendly booking and quoting method. With the widest choice of carrier and market combinations, cargo.one enables forwarders to win more shipments. It also helps increase their working speed and better deploy their teams.. Users also benefit from expert support and innovative tools for managing their shipments with ease.
Michał Grochowski, Head of Cargo and Mail at LOT Polish Airlines, commented, “As a go-to booking and quoting method with freight forwarders worldwide, cargo.one delivers LOT Cargo valuable opportunities to grow our sales and enhance the digital experiences we provide. As a partner, cargo.one offers uniquely strong technology and valuable digital procurement expertise, supporting LOT to ensure the very strongest end to end service delivery.”
Moritz Claussen, Founder & Co-CEO of cargo.one, added, “We continually bring to cargo.one the best available air capacity options, and it is great news for all forwarders that LOT Cargo services are now within user-friendly digital reach. cargo.one teams will play an exciting role in shaping the sales growth and evolution of LOT Cargo in the global market.”
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Expanding its digital sales with cargo.one enables LOT to greatly extend its distribution reach. The platform’s global footprint of 134 countries allows this at a low acquisition cost. cargo.one’s digital sales experience will equip LOT to raise efficiencies, make optimal use of sales teams, and respond dynamically to market-fit opportunities in all relevant markets.
From today, forwarders in the United States, Canada and Poland using cargo.one can quote and book LOT Cargo’s global capacity for general cargo shipments up to 1000 kg to popular destinations including London, New York, Miami, Tokyo, Seoul, Delhi, and Dubai. It is planned to launch additional markets and capacity products including perishables in the coming months.
Hahn Airport has been able to increase both passenger and cargo numbers in the first three months of 2025. In the first quarter of 2025, TRIWO Hahn Airport counted more than 440,000 passengers. This is over 30 percent more than in the same period last year. An increase was also recorded in the cargo business: the airport handled around 22,000 tons of air freight in the first quarter of 2025. This is around eight percent more than in the same period last year.
“The year 2025 has gotten off to a good start,” says Rüdiger Franke, Managing Director at TRIWO Hahn Airport. Regarding the passenger business, he adds: “The airlines have expanded their services at Hahn Airport. This also applies to the summer flight schedule, which has been in effect since March 30. We expect to draw 2.2 million passengers by the end of the year.”
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Commenting on the increase in cargo figures, Rüdiger Franke says: “This was a good start to 2025. With its 24-hour operating permit, Hahn Airport remains attractive. However, it remains to be seen how the current geopolitical uncertainties will affect the cargo business.”
Hahn Airport is actively preparing for further increases in passenger numbers. Managing Director Franke emphasizes: “We are investing in the redesign and modernization of our terminal and are centralizing the security check, for example. This will further optimize passenger processes.”
Hahn Airport is also pushing ahead with digitalization, including self-drop-off terminals. This will also further reduce check-in and waiting times for passengers.
About TRIWO Hahn Airport
From an American military airfield to an international commercial airport with 24-hour operations: since its civilian opening in 1993, Hahn Airport has developed into an important aviation location for passengers and freight. In 2024, TRIWO Hahn Airport counted 1.9 million passengers – an increase of around 12 percent compared to 2023. TRIWO AG has been the owner of the airport company TRIWO Hahn Airport GmbH since May 2023.
WestJet Cargo has announced its official cooperation with The Beagle Alliance. This partnership reinforces its commitment to the safe and compassionate transport of rescued animals across Canada. Through this collaboration, WestJet Cargo provides secure air travel for beagles rescued from research facilities. This ensures they reach their forever homes quickly and with minimal stress.
The relationship between pet air travel specialist WestJet Cargo and The Beagle Alliance was formed through a shared commitment to animal welfare. They also prioritize the safe transport of animals. The Beagle Alliance rescues former research animals who would otherwise be euthanized and advocates for animal free science.
Named after beagles, since they are the most used breed of dog in animal testing. The NGO helps former research pets adjust to freedom and live in a family environment.
Initially, The Beagle Alliance had concerns about air travel for their rescued dogs due to their history of trauma. However, when Founder Lori Cohen’s dog Poppy was successfully transported via WestJet Cargo from Vancouver to Winnipeg, they saw firsthand. The advantages became clear to them. They recognized the benefits of air travel. It was a faster, less stressful alternative to long-haul ground transport. Since then, WestJet Cargo has become the preferred carrier for relocating rescued beagles across Canada.
“Canada is a large country, and ground transport is simply not always feasible. When our first rescue, Poppy, was flown via WestJet Cargo, we realized that this was a reliable and compassionate option for our animals. It is both a blessing and an honor to work with WestJet Cargo in getting these beautiful dogs to their forever homes kindly and with the utmost care.” said Lori Cohen, Founder and Executive Director of The Beagle Alliance.
WestJet is the official transport provider of The Beagle Alliance. It ensures that rescued beagles are relocated safely and efficiently to their adoptive families. Leveraging its expertise in pet transportation and specialized teams, WestJet Cargo aims to rescue and relocate 50 former research beagles to homes across Canada this year. Additionally, WestJet will help raise awareness for The Beagle Alliance’s mission, supporting their efforts to place former research beagles into loving homes, secure donations, and expand rescue operations.
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“At WestJet Cargo, safety and care are at the core of everything we do. Our expertise in animal transportation has made us the trusted airline for pets. Working with The Beagle Alliance aligns perfectly with our values, and we are proud to play a role in giving these animals a new lease on life,” said Kirsten de Bruijn, Executive Vice President, Cargo.
Since 2022, WestJet Cargo has successfully transported eight beagles across Canada, the most recent been flown from Winnipeg to Vancouver and landing safely into the arms of his new family. The carrier will continue its efforts to ensure rescued beagles make a safe and comfortable transition from “LAB to LOVE.”
JAFZA (Jebel Ali Free Zone) is reinforcing its position with a strategic AED 90 million investment in the second phase of its state-of-the-art Logistics Park. The expansion adds 360,000 square feet of Grade-A facilities. It aligns with the UAE’s push to grow its logistics sector to AED 200 billion annually in the next seven years. It also cements Dubai’s role in international trade.
The second phase delivers world-class infrastructure, including modern offices, customizable units, and temperature-controlled warehouses. It also features loading docks and enhanced power capacity to support diverse industries.
Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said: “The expansion of JAFZA Logistics Park reflects our commitment to helping businesses compete globally and simultaneously drive foreign investment into Dubai. Phase 1 was fully leased before completion, highlighting strong demand for quality logistics and warehousing, and Phase 2 takes this a step further – offering flexible, high-quality solutions to support growth in multiple sectors. This brings the total area of JAFZA Logistics Park to over 922,000 square feet as we continue to grow our state-of-the-art infrastructure.”
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The Middle East and Africa’s freight and logistics market is set to hit $235.8 billion by 2031. As a result, demand for advanced warehousing is accelerating. This growth is particularly evident in Dubai, where sectors like manufacturing, logistics, construction, and e-commerce are driving unprecedented expansion.
The newly expanded park helps close this gap by offering market access through JAFZA’s connectivity with Jebel Ali Port. It also provides advanced storage and handling solutions, including contract logistics, freight forwarding, and freight management. These services cover everything from tech and automotive parts to fashion and packaged food. It also provides value-added services like packaging, labeling, and quality control, along with real-time inventory tracking. Additionally, it enables re-exports, domestic fulfillment, and import-export consolidation.
Designed with sustainability in mind, the Park incorporates precast concrete and off-site construction methods to minimize environmental impact. It also features skylights to maximize natural daylight and reduce energy consumption.
JAFZA currently hosts 10,890 companies from 150 countries, supporting over 160,000 jobs and contributing AED 620 billion in trade annually. Phase 1, completed in November 2023, spans 562,507 square feet. It features Grade-A dry and pharma storage units, temperature-controlled warehouses, and office spaces.
AEGEAN has appointed Mondial Airline Services GmbH as the General Sales Agent for its cargo operations across Germany. Mondial Airline Services GmbH is a subsidiary of Global GSA Group.
The agreement, signed by AEGEAN and Mondial Airline Services GmbH, became effective on February 19, 2025. Mondial Airline Services GmbH will oversee cargo sales across AEGEAN’s extensive network. This network connects Germany to Greece and beyond under the new partnership. The agreement includes 80 weekly flights from Germany to Greece. It covers daily connections to Athens (ATH) and Thessaloniki (SKG) from multiple German cities. Furthermore, it also expects to add more flights during the summer season.
In addition to ATH and SKG, customers will gain access to over 80 international destinations. These include strategic routes to Yerevan (EVN), Larnaca (LCA), Tbilisi (TBS), Tel Aviv (TLV), Malta (MLA), and Tirana (TIA), offering a wide range of cargo options.
The weekly cargo capacity will accommodate general cargo, spare parts, and machinery components—commodities vital to various industries. AEGEAN will operate the flights with its modern fleet, ensuring reliable and efficient service.
Global GSA Group leverages its extensive global network and advanced digital tools. This collaboration will enhance AEGEAN’s cargo operations by optimizing capacity utilization, streamlining bookings, and providing real-time data analytics. It will also give customers access to cutting-edge digital solutions that improve transparency and efficiency in cargo management. AEGEAN expects these innovations to strengthen its competitive position in the German market while offering businesses more reliable and flexible cargo solutions.
Zafer Aggunduz, Chief Commercial Officer of Global GSA Group, commented: “AEGEAN is a highly valued partner, and we are thrilled to represent them in the German market. With their extensive network and reputation as Greece’s leading airline, we believe this partnership will yield strong results and look forward to developing it further.”
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Ismail Durmaz, Chairman of Global GSA Group, said, “We are delighted that AEGEAN chose Mondial Airline Services GmbH for this important role.” With daily flights from key German cities and over 3,500 flights expected during the summer season, this partnership offers great potential. Our team is committed to delivering outstanding results and expanding our cooperation with AEGEAN in the future.”
AEGEAN, the Greek flag carrier, offers a comprehensive network and high-quality service. Mondial Airline Services GmbH collaborates to strengthen cargo connectivity between Germany and Greece. This partnership provides reliable solutions to customers across both regions. AEGEAN will benefit from Global GSA Group’s expertise in sales, market intelligence, and digital innovations through this partnership. This will ensure a more dynamic and responsive cargo operation.
WestJet Cargo announces a Block Space Agreement with Virgin Atlantic from Toronto to London and beyond starting the 31st March.
This year-round partnership boosts cargo capacity between Canada’s East Coast, London, and Virgin Atlantic’s global network. This commercial partnership strengthens trade links between Canada and key destinations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Virgin Atlantic serves numerous strategic cities from London Heathrow, including DEL, BOM, BLR, JNB, CPT, DXB, RUH, and LOS.
In addition, it signifies the airline’s return to the Canadian cargo market after more than two decades. The airline will leverage WestJet Cargo’s proven expertise to manage and sell this key route.
Starting in late March, WestJet Cargo will sell capacity on Virgin Atlantic’s wide-body flights from Toronto to London. The service will offer up to 20 tons of capacity per day. The partnership offers customers reliable access to WestJet Cargo’s and Virgin Atlantic Cargo’s full suite of services. Both carriers have established a strong track record in these areas. All shipments from Toronto will be moved under a WestJet Cargo Air Waybill (AWB) starting 838.
“Virgin Atlantic’s decision to entrust WestJet Cargo with managing this crucial route is a testament to our deep understanding of the Canadian market and our operational excellence. It’s a natural synergy with the same ground handling in both Toronto Pearson International and London Heathrow. We have a super team based in Toronto who are eager to make this commercial partnership a success for both carriers. Our specialized expertise in handling high-value commodities such as pharmaceuticals and valuables ensures that customers receive reliable, top-tier service, all while providing seamless access to Virgin Atlantic’s London service, and beyond” said Kirsten de Bruijn, Executive Vice President of WestJet Cargo.
“We’re thrilled to further enhance our commercial partnership with WestJet, leveraging their longstanding cargo expertise in the Canadian marketplace. This collaboration will ensure our customers across the region will have seamless access and added capacity throughout Virgin Atlantic’s global network,” said Nick Diesel, Managing Director, Virgin Atlantic Cargo. “Canada is an important market for us, and this partnership enables us to provide cargo solutions that support trade and business growth between Toronto, London and beyond.”
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Virgin Atlantic chose WestJet Cargo for this pivotal commercial partnership due to the carrier’s strong market presence, robust operational capabilities, and specialized handling proficiency. This partnership represents a renewed commitment by Virgin Atlantic to the Canadian cargo market, connecting inbound cargo via its state-of-the-art cargo facility at London Heathrow, and signals a new era of strategic growth and innovation for WestJet Cargo.
With this scalable commercial partnership model, WestJet Cargo is further establishing its role as a key player in the international cargo industry.
Royal Air Maroc Cargo, Africa’s leading cargo airline, reinstated a vital Sino-Moroccan trade link with its inaugural flight from Casablanca (CMN), Morocco, to Beijing’s Daxing International Airport (PKX) on 20th January 2025.
On Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, a Boeing 787-9 will link the two cities, offering a weekly cargo uplift of approximately 30 tons each way. The three return flights to Casablanca will operate on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. These scheduled, direct flights in both directions will ensure fast transit times for cargo customers, offer complete tracking transparency, and enable them to plan long term transport solutions.
“For many centuries, Morocco’s geographical location has rendered it the perfect gateway for shipping trade to Africa and Europe,” says Mr. Yassine Berrada, VP Cargo at Royal Air Maroc. “At Royal Air Maroc, we are proud to go even further, building Casablanca up as a true air bridge between Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Our newly launched, thrice-weekly service out of China’s largest airport, not only provides a highly efficient service for Chinese goods destined for Africa, but also offers a direct onward connection to Brazil, thanks to our recently commenced Sao Paolo (GRU) route.”
Royal Air Maroc enjoyed a successful business relationship with the Chinese market prior to the pandemic, with regular flights to Beijing. “Reinstating Chinese services was an obvious and natural decision as goods exchange is important,” Mr. Yassine Berrada explains. “We chose China’s largest airport in Beijing as our starting point, since demand is strongest here both in terms of passenger and cargo. In the future, we plan to expand connections to other major Chinese cities such as Shanghai and Guangzhou.”
Cargo demand into Beijing is strong given the growing Chinese interest in the vast array of African exports ranging from integrated circuits, electrical control panels and conductors, transistors, mineral and metallic products, copper products, zinc ore, copper-zinc alloy, copper anodes for electrolytic refining, silver ore, lead ore, copper scrap, aluminum alloy, and manganese ore, to textiles, accessories, leather goods, garments, fish oil, frozen fruits and vegetables, and agricultural products.
In China, Royal Air Maroc is competently represented by Globe Air Cargo China, a subsidiary of ECS Group. The GSSA will be filling inbound Moroccan flights with Chinese goods such as: electricals, electronic equipment, furniture, lighting signs, prefabricated buildings, iron/steel goods, knitted or crocheted fabrics, manmade filaments, toys, games, and sports equipment among other commodities. Many of these will enjoy direct onforwarding to Brazil via Morocco, on board Royal Air Maroc’s recently launched CMN-GRU flights. In addition, ECS Group will provide robust technological support using its proprietary solutions and enabling access to CargoTech’s comprehensive suite of digital tools. These advanced platforms, covering revenue management, e-booking, and capacity optimization, will enhance Royal Air Maroc’s operational efficiency, maximize its cargo potential and market reach through data-driven insights.
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Adrien Thominet, Executive Chairman of ECS Group stated: “We are incredibly proud to support Royal Air Maroc in establishing this vital link between China and Morocco. Our dedicated teams at Globe Air Cargo China are committed to ensuring the success of this route by optimizing cargo flows and leveraging our advanced digital solutions. By combining our expertise with Royal Air Maroc’s ambitious vision, we are helping to build efficient and sustainable air freight solutions that drive economic growth and connectivity across continents.”
For more information visit: Royal Air Maroc Cargo
air cargo Africa 2024 and the inaugural transport logistic Africa wrapped up successfully, reinforcing Kenya’s status as a key logistics hub. Held at The Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, the event attracted over 4,100 attendees from 50+ countries, featuring 150+ global brands, 450+ delegates, and 60+ industry experts. The strong turnout underscored the event’s growing impact on the global supply chain.
With Kenya emerging as a key logistics gateway, discussions focused on its expanding trade corridors, Nairobi’s ascent as a regional aviation hub, and Mombasa’s dominance as East Africa’s largest seaport. The event successfully facilitated multimodal partnerships, bridging Africa with key markets across the Middle East, Europe, and the Far East. Hon. Caleb Kositany, Chairman, Kenya Airports Authority, emphasized the significance of the event, stating: “This is not just a discussion platform—it is a solutions-driven initiative that is redefining Africa’s logistics landscape. The integration of air, maritime, rail, and road networks is crucial to unlocking Africa’s true potential as a global trade powerhouse.”
Unprecedented Global Participation
The event attracted a strong lineup of industry leaders, highlighting Africa’s expanding role in global logistics:
Allan Kilavuka, Group Managing Director & CEO, Kenya Airways, remarked: “Africa is poised for a logistics revolution. To harness this potential, we must accelerate infrastructure development and innovation. This event is an enabler, driving strategic investments and fostering collaboration to transform Africa’s trade ecosystem.”
Strengthening Industry Collaboration and Policy Alignment
The event saw active participation from key trade associations and logistics associations, ensuring industry-wide engagement like Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), Kenya International Freight & Warehousing Association (KIFWA), Shippers Council of Eastern Africa (SCEA), Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI), Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and Fresh Produce Consortium of Kenya (FPC).
Emile N. Arao, Director General, Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), highlighted Kenya’s aviation evolution: “We are not just regulators; we are enablers of progress. By embracing emerging technologies like UAS, SAF, and advanced cargo transport solutions, we are positioning Kenya as a leader in aviation and logistics.”
Key Industry Insights and Innovations
The trade fair provided critical industry takeaways:
Exhibitors Applaud Business Impact
The event received strong endorsements from leading logistics players, underscoring its effectiveness in fostering business partnerships:
Racheal Ndegwa, CEO, Swissport Kenya, commented, ‘‘air cargo Africa 2025 has reaffirmed its position as a premier industry platform where meaningful business happens. The high level of engagement enabled us to expand our regional partnerships, sign strategic agreements, and strengthen our air cargo network across Africa. As trade volumes grow, platforms like this are essential for fostering collaboration and driving efficiency in the continent’s air freight sector.”
Captain Fiorenzo Castellano, Managing Director, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), said, ‘‘This event has been a crucial platform for driving multimodal connectivity and strengthening Africa’s position in global trade. As demand for seamless logistics solutions grows, the trade show has enabled us to engage with key stakeholders, explore strategic partnerships and showcase MSC’s commitment to integrating sea and land solutions. The conversations and collaborations here will play a vital role in shaping the future of supply chains across the continent.”
Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President, Emirates SkyCargo, said, ‘‘Africa is a thriving engine of global trade, and both transport logistic Africa and air cargo Africa have been important platforms for shaping the future of air cargo in the market and beyond. The exhibition facilitated insightful discussions, fostered strategic partnerships, and highlighted the transformative role of innovation in driving global trade. As a facilitator of global trade, Emirates SkyCargo remains committed to strengthening connectivity and unlocking new opportunities for the industry.”
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Bhupinder Singh, President IMEA (India, Middle East, Africa), Messe München & CEO, Messe München India, concluded: “The resounding success of air cargo Africa & transport logistics Africa 2025 is a testament to Africa’s emergence as a key architect of the future of global trade and supply chain innovation. No longer just adapting to global trade dynamics, Africa is proactively defining its role as a strategic hub, fostering resilient, technology-driven, and sustainable logistics ecosystems. As Africa continues to strengthen its trade networks, our focus remains on fostering collaboration, driving efficiency, and enabling sustainable growth that benefits businesses, economies, and communities alike.”
Looking Ahead to 2027
Building on its momentum, Messe München has confirmed that air cargo Africa & transport logistic Africa will return in 2027, promising an even larger and more influential platform for global logistics stakeholders.
For more details, visit: https://aircargoafrica.aero/en/
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