Ambitious plans: Uzbek carrier plans to launch a Hungarian airline

Uzbekistan-based cargo airline My Freighter is charting ambitious plans to expand its operations internationally, including establishing a new airline in Hungary. This move, alongside securing another air operator’s certificate (AOC) in Saudi Arabia, was announced by Abdulaziz Abdurakhmanov, the founder and CEO of Centrum Holding, the airline’s parent company, during the Central Asia Air Cargo Summit 2024.

Hungary as a strategic hub for the Uzbek airline

The Hungarian AOC is a cornerstone of My Freighter’s strategy to strengthen its presence in Europe while reaching markets in South and North America, the Middle East, and the Far East, AIRportal.hu wrote based on Ch-aviation’s report. “These new cargo airlines will allow us to expand our network globally,” Abdurakhmanov stated. The company also plans to establish a new base in Navoi, Uzbekistan, with regular cargo routes to Liège (Belgium) and Ostrava (Czechia).

The airline’s plans extend beyond Europe. My Freighter is targeting entry into Singapore, Malaysia, and Pacific markets, and launching regular flights to Pakistan and India.

Currently, My Freighter operates a fleet of five Boeing 767-300ER freighters, which includes one BDSF and four BCF models. The fleet is set to grow significantly, with five more aircraft expected in 2025 and a target of 20 freighters by 2026.

Uzbek My Freighter building on existing connections

My Freighter already has a presence in Hungary, operating charter cargo flights from Hong Kong to Budapest with a stopover in Uzbekistan. The addition of a dedicated Hungarian AOC would deepen these ties and enhance the airline’s ability to serve European markets more effectively.