Ostend-Bruges International Airport and Chunnel operator, LeShuttle Freight, have set up a strategic partnership to streamline UK-bound air cargo flows from the coastal airport. Its geographical proximity to Coquelles near Calais is an advantage that Ostend Airport can leverage. “Strategically located just 95 km from the LeShuttle Freight terminal in Coquelles, France, Ostend-Bruges Airport enables cargo to reach the UK in approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes after arrival under optimal conditions. “Partnering with Ostend-Bruges Airport allows us to move cargo seamlessly to and from the UK, while optimizing the flow between road and air transport. Decreasing volumeIn 2024 Ostend-Bruges International Airport handled a total of 18,124 tons, a 45% drop against 2023’s 33,051 tons.