Budapest Welcomes New Airline in February
Hungary is set to welcome a new airline in February, connecting Budapest with Hong Kong. This new airline, Hungary Airlines, has ambitious plans to expand quickly and cover not only Asian and European markets but also set foot in America. The operation director, Gábor Talabos, shared their plans and achievements with AIRportal.hu, a Hungarian travel-focused media outlet.
After acquiring all the required permits and licenses, Hungary Airlines will commence its cargo operations with the first flight scheduled to take off in the first half of February between Hong Kong and Budapest. Initially, three flights will operate weekly, with plans to increase to five per week. The airline will use a state-owned plane for these flights.
In addition to the Budapest-Hong Kong route, Hungary Airlines aims to expand its operations to other Chinese e-commerce hubs and is planning to add Boeing 777-300ERSF and Airbus A330F aircraft to its fleet in the coming year.
The airline is focusing on enabling Hungarian and regional companies to book capacities in advance and providing reliable air cargo transportation services between Asia and Eastern Europe. They also have ambitions to enter the American market in the future.
Hungary Airlines’ performance has already contributed to a 50% increase in air cargo volume at Budapest Airport, making it a regional hub for e-trade goods from Asia. The airline is committed to strengthening Hungarian aviation and local markets.
With plans to recruit Hungarian workforce and fill all available positions, Hungary Airlines is looking to make a significant impact in the aviation industry. Founded in May 2021, the airline was initially focused on air cargo transport and has since expanded its operations under the ownership of UTL (Beijing) Digital Logistics Co. Ltd.
As Hungary Airlines prepares to launch its services in February, the aviation industry in Hungary is poised for growth and new opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development.
