AIR ONE launches scheduled 747 freighter services linking East Midlands, Liège, Dubai & Hong Kong

AIR ONE is expanding into scheduled cargo operations with the launch of Boeing 747-400 freighter services connecting East Midlands (UK) and Liège (Belgium) with Dubai World Central and Hong Kong, starting 2 September 2025. Return flights will operate from Hong Kong to EMA and LGG, using aircraft operated by British affiliate One Air.

This marks a strategic shift from AIR ONE’s charter and wet lease operations, with over 3,750 charters and 345,000 tonnes of cargo moved in the past five years.

Key highlights

• 4 weekly flights linking prime freight hubs in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia
• ATC Aviation Services appointed as GSSA for 22 European countries, the UK, and Ireland
• AIR ONE’s Hong Kong sales team will manage return cargo sales to Europe
• Services include access to an extensive road feeder network across Europe and the UK
• Fleet includes 11 B747-400Fs, with further expansion planned in 2025/26

AIR ONE aims to serve both existing charter customers and new regular freight clients as it establishes a strong foothold in the scheduled cargo market.