Belgiam : Singapore Airlines has been the longest operating cargo carrier at Brussels Airport and on 4 September the airline marked its 35th year of cargo operations at the Belgiam airport.

The airline started its full freighter operations at Brussels Airport on 4 September 1988 and has been known for ‘around the world’ cargo flights, flying from Asia to the US and then back to Singapore via Brussels and the Middle East.

The airline has a local entity at the airport and a European headquarters for its operations at Brucargo, offering reliable operations. The airline has loaded and unloaded various types of cargo at the air hub, transporting electronics, perishables and general cargo from the US, as well as pharmaceuticals and oversized cargo like large machines and machine parts from Brussels bound for Asia.

Brussels Airport said SIA is remains a key cargo partner, and with the same drive towards steering to more sustainable operations, the air hub is looking forward to the launch of the airline’s future A350 freighter come 2025.

Geert Aerts, Chief Cargo & Real Estate Officer Brussels Airport: “Our warm congratulations to Singapore Airlines with this 35-years anniversary. After all these years, we have built a very close and friendly cooperation between Singapore Airlines and Brussels Airport. We would like to thank them for their trust and look forward to continuing our successful collaboration in the years to come, with a shared focus on more sustainable cargo operations.”

Bockchuan Tiong, Regional Cargo Vice President Europe Singapore Airlines: “Cheers to 35 years of soaring success and unwavering partnership! Singapore Airlines Cargo’s remarkable 35-year presence at Brussels Airport has been a journey of excellence, reliability, and shared accomplishments. Here’s to the skies we’ve conquered together, shared success and the horizons we’ll continue to explore. Thank you, Brussels Airport, for being an invaluable partner on this remarkable voyage.”

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