China Airlines has announced a significant order with Boeing for 14 next-generation 777X aircraft, including 10 777-9 passenger jets and 4 777-8 freighters (777-8F). The Taiwanese carrier also secured purchase options for an additional 5 777-9s and 4 777-8Fs, solidifying its long-term fleet modernization and cargo expansion plans.
Emirates, the Dubai-based global carrier, has received a new Boeing 777 Freighter, serial number 68619, further expanding its dedicated cargo fleet. The aircraft is powered by GE90-110B1 engines, the industry standard for B777F aircraft, delivering high thrust and reliability for long-range cargo missions.
Sun Country Airlines, a U.S.-based hybrid carrier operating both passenger and cargo services, announced plans to add eight additional freighter aircraft in 2025, a significant expansion of its cargo capacity. Three of these freighters were delivered in Q1, with the remaining five expected to arrive by the end of the third quarter.
Atlas Air has expanded its widebody freighter operations with the delivery of a Boeing 777F, bearing serial number 69787, powered by GE90-110B1 engines. This latest addition reinforces the carrier’s capacity for long-haul cargo transport, aligning with growing global demand for dedicated freight services.
FedEx Express, the global cargo carrier based in the United States, has taken delivery of a Boeing 767-300F, bearing serial number 67541. The aircraft is powered by CF6-80C2B6F engines, manufactured by GE Aerospace, and will bolster the airline’s capacity to handle growing cargo demand across its international network.
DHL Aviation has bolstered its cargo capacity with the delivery of two freighters: a Boeing 737-800BDSF, serial number 30498, and a Boeing 777F, serial number 68146. The aircraft are operated by ASL Airlines Ireland and AeroLogic (Germany), respectively, as part of DHL’s global network expansion.
KLM Cargo has taken delivery of a Boeing 747-400ERF, manufacturer serial number (MSN) 33695, operated by Martinair, a subsidiary of the KLM Group. The aircraft is powered by CF6-80C2B5F engines and is expected to reinforce the airline’s long-haul cargo capacity across major trade routes.
DHL Aviation, a major global logistics carrier under the Deutsche Post DHL Group, has taken delivery of one Airbus A300B4-600F freighter, serial number 557, to be operated by its German subsidiary EAT Leipzig. The aircraft is powered by PW4158 engines, manufactured by Pratt & Whitney.
Emirates, the flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its cargo operations with the delivery of a Boeing 777 Freighter, identified by serial number 68620. This new addition enhances Emirates SkyCargo’s capacity amid growing global demand for air freight solutions.
Starlux Airlines, the Taipei-based premium carrier, has unveiled ambitious plans to significantly grow both its passengerand freighter fleets over the next four years. By 2027, the airline aims to operate 48 passenger aircraft, while its cargo division is projected to reach 10 dedicated freighters by 2029.
