Challenge Group, based in Malta, has acquired its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 38284, which will be converted into a dedicated freighter by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in Tel Aviv. The aircraft is expected to be redelivered in Q1 2026, marking a key step in the group’s fleet expansion into the long-haul cargo sector.
Air China Cargo has expanded its freighter fleet with the delivery of one Airbus A330-200P2F, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 890, powered by Trent 772C-60 engines. The aircraft marks a continued commitment to fleet modernization and growth in the cargo segment.
Thai Airways International has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Kansas Modification Center to establish a joint venture dedicated to converting B777-300ER passenger aircraft into cargo freighters. This strategic collaboration aims to capitalize on the growing demand for cargo capacity amid a continuing global shift in air freight logistics.
mas, a Mexico-based cargo airline, has confirmed that its next Airbus A330-300P2F—serial number 1789—will be deployed under a CMI (Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) agreement with Galistair Malta. This strategic placement is part of mas’s broader plan to scale its freighter operations using third-party partnerships in Europe.
Mont Gabaon Airlines, a cargo airline based in the Republic of the Congo, has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-300 Freighter, with serial number 25174, as it launches freight operations in the Central African region.
AerCaribe, a Colombian cargo airline, is set to commence operations with its first Boeing 737-300 Freighter, as it prepares to expand its domestic and regional air cargo services. The aircraft, bearing serial number 29334, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet development strategy.
Amazon is preparing to receive its tenth and final Airbus A330-300P2F, further expanding its dedicated air cargo fleet. The aircraft, bearing serial number 1205, has been leased from Altavair, a prominent US-based lessor specializing in freighter conversions and aircraft portfolio management.
HNA Aviation Group, one of China’s prominent aviation conglomerates, has put its B737-800SF freighter conversion program on hold, following escalating trade tensions between China and the United States. The aircraft conversions were being carried out in partnership with AEI – Aeronautical Engineers Inc., a U.S.-based specialist in passenger-to-freighter (P2F) programs.
GOL Linhas Aéreas, the Brazilian low-cost carrier currently undergoing restructuring proceedings, has submitted a request to the court to approve entry into a lease agreement for one Boeing 737-800BCF, bearing serial number 33551. The lease arrangement is with UMBF (Ireland) as lessor, under terms defined in a Letter of Intent (LOI). BBAM Aviation Services (Ireland) is designated as the servicer of the aircraft.
ACIA Aero Leasing, the Ireland-based regional aircraft lessor, has announced that it expects to complete its first ATR72-600 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion by summer 2025, marking a significant step in the company’s evolving freighter strategy.
