MSC Air Cargo identified as customer for five 777-8Fs

Swiss carrier MSC Air Cargo has finalized an agreement with Boeing to purchase five 777-8F freighters, representing the operator’s inaugural order of this aircraft variant. The Swiss-based company initiated its air cargo operations in December 2022 and currently utilizes a fleet comprised entirely of 777-200 Freighters. This significant investment underscores MSC Air Cargo's expansion strategy within the global freight market. Details regarding the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed at the time of publication. Industry analysts anticipate that these new 777-8Fs will substantially increase MSC Air Cargo’s operational capacity.