Liege and Viracopos seek new Europe-Brazil cargo routes
Pharmaceutical imports at Viracopos rose 43% in 2026, while new cold storage and e-commerce facilities support plans to expand cargo connectivity.
Liege Airport in Belgium and Viracopos International Airport in Brazil are partnering to attract new freighter services between Europe and South America, with a focus on pharmaceuticals, technology shipments and international e-commerce.
The airports signed a memorandum of understanding at Air Cargo Forum Miami on 27 October 2026 to develop the Liege-Viracopos cargo corridor and strengthen their roles as gateways for airlines, freight forwarders and shippers serving both continents.
Frederic Brun, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing at Liege Airport, and Maria Fan, chief commercial officer at Viracopos International Airport, signed the agreement. The airports will identify commercial opportunities and establish regular engagement between their business development teams.
The partnership will involve joint customer targeting, market intelligence, promotional activities and discussions with potential airline partners. The airports will also consider commercial incentives and conduct technical and operational studies to assess opportunities for new all-cargo services.
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