Liege Airport (LGG) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) have signed a sister airport agreement marking a new phase in transatlantic air cargo collaboration.

The partnership establishes a framework for cooperation aimed at increasing freighter traffic between the two cargo-focused hubs, launching joint marketing and sales initiatives to attract new operators, and exploring digital and operational projects to streamline processes and enhance service quality.

“This agreement is a testament to our shared vision for the future of air cargo,” said Torsten Wefers, vice president of sales and marketing at LGG “Together with Chicago Rockford International Airport, we are building a robust transatlantic corridor that will benefit shippers, carriers, and the global supply chain.”

Zachary Oakley, executive director of RFD, added: “Liege and Rockford are both cargo-centric airports with complementary strengths. This partnership formalises our collaboration and sets the stage for exciting new opportunities.”

The signing ceremony, attended by senior executives and industry leaders, took place at the Air Cargo South East Asia event in Singapore. The agreement underscores both airports’ shared commitment to innovation, growth, and operational excellence, while strengthening their positions as key logistics gateways on either side of the Atlantic.

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