From 27 to 29 January 2025, East is the epicenter of the air freight sector. More than 300 leaders and experts meet at the Kural for a leading international cargo conference, the World Cargo Summit 2025. For vision, re -affirm growth, strategic expansion and innovative solutions to the future of air freight.
The presence of prominent players from the air freight industry provides a unique opportunity to promote both the airport and the region and a dynamic logistics center. The Ostend Bridge Airport highlights its strategic location near ports with direct access to an effective network towards Flanders, Northern France, Southern Dutch and the United Kingdom
Extension of cargo activities
“With the new environmental permit, the East Bridge airport has been given the space to further expand its cargo activities,” said Eric Dumas, CEO. “Our airport is already playing a significant logistical role today, and this role will only grow in the coming years. Important airports are increasingly facing over-saturation, which is ideally placed and equipped the airports of the local cargo such as the East Bridge’s airport to accommodate a larger part of the cargo volumes. With 24/7 operations, we offer fast, efficient and highly flexible cargo handling. “
One of the most important projects of Oostend Bridge Airport is the development of a new cargo village, a logistics zone with more than 48,000 m² warehouses, built in collaboration with Versluys Logistics. These facilities are designed to meet the growing demand for effective solutions to perishable goods, pharmaceutical products, e-commerce and general cargo. The first warehouse was recently completed.
Sustainable growth
The Ostend Bridge Airport is committed to sustainable growth. Investments are made in the electrification of the vehicle fleet and handling equipment, the construction of the second largest solar park in the country, and the investigation into opportunities with the aircraft supplier to offer sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the short term. In addition, digitalization increases by optimizing the OST cloud platform operating efficiency by optimizing cargo flow and supporting customers to improve their logistics needs.
With the new environmental permit and the introduction of the quota system, the airport can optimize night operations, while the impact on the surrounding community is minimized by allowing quieter and modern aircraft in the night hours.
