Navi Mumbai International Airport now hosts three weekly 747 freighter services, strengthening Western India’s connectivity to Hong Kong and global cargo markets.

Volumes climbed year on year, with capacity and freight kilometres higher across 2025

August shipments up 13% year-on-year, with new freighter services planned to meet rising global demand

Cathay Group reported strong growth across its cargo operations in April 2026, supported by healthy cargo volumes despite ongoing fuel cost pressures.

Cathay Cargo carried 1.67 million tonnes in 2025 as cargo revenue reached $3.1 billion, with capacity and freight traffic rising.

The airline posted solid cargo growth while reducing its stake in Air China Cargo as part of strategic restructuring.

With the completion of its re-fleeting programme, Air Hong Kong now operates a unified fleet of 14 Airbus A330 freighters.

The airline operated 1,234 freighter flight sectors in June, a drop of 6.3% year on year.

Patrick Healy to step down after six years, with the leadership change effective from 13 May 2026

Growth was driven by strong exports from Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland, with demand holding firm across key global trade lanes.

DHL Express to use 2,400 tonnes of SAF from Cathay Group on Air Hong Kong flights from Seoul, Tokyo, and Singapore.

Cathay Cargo carried 801K tonnes in H1 2025, with strong demand for tech, pharma, and perishables across key regions.

Aviation News – Cathay Pacific has unveiled ambitious expansion plans targeting the addition of 150 new aircraft and expanding its network to 150 global destinations over the next decade. The flag carrier's initiative forms a core part of broader efforts to reinforce Hong Kong's status as an international aviation hub. The massive growth blueprint follows a broader HK$150 billion investment commitment by the Cathay Group toward fleet modernization, cabin product upgrades, lounge enhancements, and digital innovation.

Cathay Cargo will add an Airbus A330P2F converted freighter to its network after Air Hong Kong signed a lease agreement for the aircraft, providing additional cargo capacity and supporting the growth of Cathay Cargo's operations.

Ronald Lam, CEO of Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific, mentions the significance of cargo operations for the Cathay Group during the pandemic.

The hackathon offered participants from Hong Kong, Mainland China, and abroad a platform to showcase innovative ideas.

Cathay Group CEO urges aviation leaders to join its SAF programme, advancing sustainable fuel use to cut industry emissions.

Airlines will also explore potential opportunities for joint procurement of SAF at selected locations

Cathay increases A350F-order Airbus announced on 27 May 2026, that the Cathay Group has decided to convert two options on the A350F into firm orders. With this conversion, Cathay n

Cathay Group expands its freighter fleet with two more Airbus A350Fs, totaling eight aircraft to enhance efficiency and sustainability from Hong Kong.

December tonnage rose, while full-year volumes exceeded 1.67 million tonnes on stronger cargo demand

For the first six months of 2025, Cathay Cargo carried 800,753 tonnes, marking an 11.3% rise year-to-date.

Cathay Pacific’s cargo operations have shown robust growth in 2024, with significant increases in cargo revenue and tonnage.