Hong Kong Air Cargo has announced the launch of a new all-cargo route between Hong Kong and Budapest, Hungary.

The route will be operated by the Airbus A330-200F cargo freighter twice weekly and marks the fifth new destination added by Hong Kong Air Cargo this year, further expanding its international route network.

Hong Kong Air Cargo said Budapest Airport is a key cargo hub in Central and Eastern Europe, with a record cargo volume of 201,000 tons in 2023.

The new route will provide more efficient cargo transport solutions between Hong Kong and Budapest and the broader Central and Eastern European region, meeting the growing demand for e-commerce.

"We are delighted to launch this new route, marking a significant milestone in our company’s development. This will facilitate greater trade between Hong Kong and Budapest, and we look forward to providing our customers with superior service," said Gary Zhan, chairman of Hong Kong Air Cargo.

Hong Kong International Airport is the world's largest cargo hub.

Hong Kong Air Cargo said it will continue to contribute to the growth and success of Hong Kong International Airport.

"We will keep expanding our route network and enhancing service quality, further solidifying Hong Kong International Airport’s leadership in the international cargo hub sector," the carrier said.