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CMA CGM buys Air Belgium

[ April 30, 2025   //   Chris Lewis ]

The CMA CGM Group has acquired Air Belgium’s cargo operations from  the liquidator, following the approval by the Brabant Wallon Commercial Court.

It said the move preserves 124 positions, including 72 pilots and 52 operational and support staff. The Group has also chosen to retain the Air Belgium brand.

The acquisition continues the partnership established between 2021 and 2023, during which CMA CGM Air Cargo entrusted Air Belgium with operating its four Airbus A330F aircraft from Liège hub before obtaining its own French air operator certificate and establishing operations at Paris-Charles de Gaulle.

Executive vice president of CMA CGM Group’s air division, Damien Mazaudier,  stated: “The acquisition of Air Belgium marks an important step in the expansion of the CMA CGM Group’s air freight operations in Europe and worldwide. It immediately strengthens our air capacity while addressing current logistical challenges.”

Tags: CMA CGM; Air Belgium