Takashi Takahashi, chief executive of MJP – a leading player in Japan’s MRO market, said, “We are very excited about the P2F collaboration and are committed to achieving success together with EFW. We look forward to establishing a long-term strategic cooperation between the two companies for Airbus P2F conversions.”

According to a report from Mordor Intelligence, Japan’s freighter and logistics market size is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 4.2% between 2024-2029, with air freight being the fastest growing market by mode of transport.

The success of the Airbus P2F aircraft which are now flying for operators including Yamato Holdings, one of Japan’s largest delivery service companies, reflects an increasing demand for freighters in Japan.

Jordi Boto, chief executive of EFW, said: “The success of the A321P2F aircraft for our customer FUYO and end customer Yamato Holdings shows how the narrowbody Airbus P2F platform is a perfect fit for the cargo transportation needs in Japan and the region.

“Partnerships with experienced and well-backed solution providers such as MJP will provide the necessary strategic support as we expand our conversion capacity to capture opportunities in the growing Japanese air cargo market.”

EFW’s Airbus A320P2F/A321P2F programmes are developed in collaboration with ST Engineering and Airbus, with EFW holding the Supplemental Type Certificate and leading in the overall programme as well as marketing and sales efforts.

To meet the demand for Airbus converted freighters, ST Engineering and EFW established a network of facilities across Asia Pacific, Europe and the US to carry out conversions for their Airbus P2F programmes, which comprise the A330P2F, A320P2F and A321P2F platforms.

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