Cargoland will host the renowned ACE 2025 for the first time, this year. From 08-10 September 2025, more than 400 international air cargo industry leaders and experts will convene at the distinctive Palais des Congres in Liege, Belgium, for three dynamic days of executive networking, focus panels, and in-depth information exchange. A dedicated NeX eCommerce hub day is offered as an additional extra on 11 September 2025.
Cargoland is gearing up to host to the prestigious ACE 2025 event for the first time. The annual event which brings together key players from across the air cargo logistics and freight forwarding industries, promises a 360-degree overview of local, regional and global air cargo news, as well as the current trends, challenges, and innovations that are shaping the air freight landscape. From digitalisation and sustainability to new business development opportunities, Liege stands ready to transform into a productive epicentre of forward-thinking collaboration and logistics excellence.
In line with its vision to expand and diversify the cargo community, Cargoland is particularly focused on attracting small and medium-sized freight forwarders. By leveraging Liege Airport’s comprehensive airline portfolio and seamless multimodal connectivity, Cargoland offers small and medium-sized freight forwarders unique access to competitive air cargo capacity and personalized support within a growing logistics ecosystem.
“Liege has firmly established itself as a leading European air cargo hub,” says Frederic Brun, Head of Commercial Cargo & Logistics at Liege Airport. “From major cargo airlines and global eCommerce giants such as Amazon, Alibaba, Temu, and Shein to specialized sectors such as Pharma and Live Animal logistics, our Cargoland continues to grow with excellence. To have been chosen by NAP as an ACE host is a strong mark of recognition for us, since NAP’s events are highly regarding in the global cargo logistics and freight forwarding industries. We are therefore honoured and truly excited to host the ACE 2025 and look forward to welcoming the international logistics community to our fascinating Palais des Congrès. Just like Cargoland, it combines professionalism, flexibility, and experience, and is so much more than just a venue – it’s a true gateway to the vibrant spirit of Liege.”
Ideally located in the heart of the city, the Palais des Congrès offers breathtaking views of the Meuse River and is just a short walk from the train station and city centre hotels. It offers a unique mix of modern facilities with a unique architectural charm and will serve as the backdrop to the main ACE 2025 event including the Gala Dinner highlight on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
“Cargoland is proud to host the upcoming ACE event, a perfect complement to our successful strategy of fostering connections between forwarders, cargo airlines, and key supply chain stakeholders. Like Neutral Air Partners, Cargoland offers a unique platform to bring together small and medium-sized forwarders, integrating them seamlessly into our growing logistics ecosystem and reinforcing our role as a dynamic cargo marketplace,” states Torsten Wefers, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Liege Airport. “Given the strong relationship between NAP and our airport teams, the decision to host ACE was a logical step and is well-aligned with our ambition to position Cargoland as a key player in the cargo and e-commerce landscape. It will allow us to connect with leading industry players, strengthen existing partnerships, and further showcase Cargoland’s unique ecosystem as it strives to be among Europe’s top three cargo hubs in the coming years.”
