China Cargo Airlines has officially launched a new scheduled cargo route between Liege Airport (LGG), Belgium, and Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE), China, starting today, May 23, 2025.

Operated with the modern Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F), this new service strengthens the air freight corridor between Europe and Asia, providing increased capacity, efficiency, and reliability for cross-continental cargo movement.

China Cargo Airlines, a subsidiary of China Eastern Airlines, is one of China’s leading all-cargo carriers. Headquartered in Shanghai, the airline operates a fleet of 15 wide-body freighters serving major logistics hubs across Asia, Europe, and North America. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and service excellence, China Cargo Airlines plays a vital role in global trade and supply chain connectivity.

Liege Airport continues to expand its role as a key logistics hub in Europe. This new route reaffirms its strategic importance in global supply chains. Hefei, a rapidly growing industrial center in Eastern China, now gains direct access to the heart of Europe.

The inaugural B777F flight departed from Hefei earlier today and landed at Liege Airport, marking the start of regular thrice weekly operations on this route.

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About Liege Airport: Liege Airport, world top ranking cargo airport, 5th cargo airport in Europe and 1st in Belgium, is the only European airport giving priority to full cargo (#freightersfirst). It is specialized in perishables, pharmaceutical, express, E-commerce, medical, humanitarian material and also living animals.