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Lufthansa Cargo expands A321 freighter network with scheduled Rome–Fiumicino and Algiers services

Lufthansa Cargo will add Rome–Fiumicino and Algiers to its A321 short‑ and medium‑haul freighter network from 7 February 2026, operating weekly rotations (Algiers on Tuesdays) and regularising Rome after ad‑hoc lift since December. The expansion strengthens Europe–Africa links and unlocks 120+ onward connections from Rome.

Discovered 2026-01-27T01:49:31.315410-08:00 | 2026-01-27T01:49:31.315410-08:00

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  • Adds scheduled Rome–Fiumicino and Algiers A321 freighter services from 7 Feb 2026 (Algiers weekly on Tuesdays); Rome moves from ad‑hoc to regular schedule, providing shippers 120+ onward connections from Rome.
  • Expands short/medium‑haul Europe–Africa feeder capacity using A321 narrowbody freighters, a cost‑efficient solution for high‑frequency regional cargo flows and express lanes.
  • Reflects fleet and network dynamics tied to A321 family availability and Lufthansa Group capacity planning (A321 deliveries and leases) and wider Lufthansa capacity moves (group long‑haul/capacity forecast).

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2026-01-27T01:49:31.315410-08:00
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2026-02-02T14:15:19.184898-08:00
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