MAS (Mexico), a growing cargo airline, has revealed plans to add one to two freighters per year until 2030, signaling a steady and measured fleet expansion strategy aligned with rising demand in the air cargo sector. The airline also announced that broader fleet development plans for the next decade are currently under internal review.
China Southern Airlines, one of the leading carriers in Asia, has recently expanded its fleet with the addition of two new aircraft. The airline took delivery of an Airbus A321neo, serial number 12438, equipped with LEAP-1A32 engines, and a Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F), serial number 67824, powered by GE90-110B1 engines.
Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX), a US-based charter airline specializing in ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) and charter services, has signed a significant ACMI contract with DHL, a global leader in logistics and express delivery. This agreement entails GlobalX operating cargo flights within DHL’s extensive network, with the contract extending into the third quarter of 2025.
FedEx Express, a leader in global logistics and air cargo services, has expanded its fleet with the addition of a new Boeing 777F freighter. This aircraft, bearing serial number 66267 and registration N841FD, is powered by GE90-110B1L engines, known for their efficiency and reliability.
Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) has reported its 2024 financial results, posting total revenue of $2.0 billionand a net income of $27.4 million. The company also recorded $517 million in revenue for Q4 2024, with a quarterly net income of $14.7 million. The results highlight ATSG’s stable financial position in the air cargo and leasing industry.
China Southern Airlines has announced the suspension of its proposed plan to spin off and publicly list its wholly-owned subsidiary, China Southern Air Logistics Company Limited, on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE). This decision comes in response to the prevailing market environment, which the company deems unfavorable for such a move at this time.
Amazon (US) has taken delivery of one Airbus A330-300P2F, serial 1245, which will be operated by Hawaiian Airlines (US). The aircraft is powered by Trent 772B-60 engines, manufactured by Rolls-Royce, and is part of Amazon’s strategy to strengthen its air cargo fleet.
Emirates SkyCargo (UAE) has partnered with Astral Aviation (Kenya) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening global trade routes to and from Africa. This collaboration will focus on expanding air freight capacity, optimizing cargo connectivity, and supporting African businesses in accessing international markets.
airBaltic (Latvia) has announced the successful completion of the Baltic Cargo Hub, marking a significant milestone in the region’s air freight industry. The new facility is now the largest dedicated air cargo handling hub in the Baltics, designed to enhance cargo capacity, efficiency, and operational flexibility for airBaltic and its logistics partners.
Cargojet has announced plans to add four more Boeing 767-300 freighters to its fleet in 2025. The airline continues to expand its operations to meet increasing cargo demand.
