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Vienna Airport reports record air cargo volumes in 2025
Austrian gateway posts 5.3% cargo increase to 313,763 tonnes as long-haul belly capacity, pharmaceutical handling and e-commerce drive growth
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Vienna Airport reports record air cargo volumes in 2025
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Vienna Airport reports record air cargo volumes in 2025
Austrian gateway posts 5.3% cargo increase to 313,763 tonnes as long-haul belly capacity, pharmaceutical handling and e-commerce drive growth
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