Asia Cargo Airlines, based in Indonesia, has officially placed its first Boeing B737-800SF into active service. The aircraft, bearing manufacturer serial number 35217, is now operating on behalf of CKB Logistics, a domestic and regional logistics provider in Indonesia.
Challenge Group, based in Malta, has officially launched its B777-300ERSF conversion program as part of a strategic plan to expand its freighter operations. The company intends to induct the first Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighter into its fleet in 2025, reflecting a significant shift toward higher-capacity, long-range cargo operations.
Cargojet, a leading Canadian air cargo carrier, has expanded its fleet with the delivery of one Boeing 767-300BDSF freighter. The aircraft carries manufacturer serial number 29617 and is powered by CF6-80C2B7F engines produced by GE Aviation. This addition is part of the airline’s strategic plan to bolster its medium- and long-haul cargo operations across North America and international markets.
SolitAir, a UAE-based cargo airline, has unveiled plans to expand its narrowbody freighter fleet to as many as 12 aircraft by the end of 2025, with further ambitions to add up to 10 more aircraft in 2026. The move reflects the airline’s proactive approach to scaling cargo capacity amid growing demand for regional and medium-haul logistics services.
EFW (Elbe Flugzeugwerke), based in Germany, has completed the delivery of its first A330P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter conversion) for Air Transport Services Group (ATSG). The converted freighter has been handed over to ULS Airlines Cargo, a Turkish cargo operator, marking a major milestone in the ongoing 30-aircraft conversion agreement between EFW and ATSG.
DHL Aviation has expanded its European cargo operations with the delivery of a Boeing B767-300BDSF freighter, serial 28040. The aircraft is being operated by DHL Air Austria and is powered by CF6-80C2B7F engines developed by General Electric, which are widely used for their durability and performance in medium- to long-haul freighter missions.
SmartLynx Airlines, based in Latvia, has announced plans to significantly adjust its fleet strategy by the end of 2025. The airline will retire its last Airbus A321F freighter and will transfer all Boeing B737-8 aircraft to sister carriers under its parent group structure by autumn 2025.
FedEx Express has expanded its regional freighter fleet with the acquisition of a B737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), serial number 35550, which will be operated by ASL Airlines Belgium. The aircraft is equipped with CFM56-7B24 engines, making it suitable for short to medium-haul express delivery routes across Europe and neighboring regions.
BBN Airlines Turkiye is set to become the launch operator of the prototype B777-300ERMF freighter, following its conversion and certification by Mammoth Freighters in the United States. The aircraft, bearing serial number 35299, will be delivered on lease from AviaAM Leasing, a Lithuania-based leasing company.
7 Air, a U.S.-based cargo carrier, has announced plans to expand its freighter fleet by acquiring three additional B737-800F aircraft by the end of 2025. The move aligns with the airline’s strategy to scale operations in response to rising demand for e-commerce and regional cargo logistics.
