Norway dominates the Nordic air freight market. Half of all air freight in the region comes from Norway, with volumes doubling since 2006. We expect further growth in the coming years and actively work to capitalise on the growth opportunities ahead.
of Nordic air cargo comes from Norway
more than a doubling of air cargo volumes over the past 20 years
The main drivers for air freight traffic at Oslo Airport are Norway’s seafood, oil and gas, and maritime sectors. Every day, 650 tonnes of seafood are flown from Norway to Asia and North America. This has made us experts in cold chain – an important competitive advantage in the European market. Every other temperature-controlled category benefits from the same infrastructure, routines and handling competence.
Categories that benefit from our cold chain competence |
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seafood airfreighted to Asia and North America daily
meals of Norwegian seafood served globally every day
Asia has become the main destination for Norwegian seafood sent by air, and demand keeps growing. China is growing fastest, while Japan and South Korea remain key markets for fresh salmon and other seafood. Demand holds steady all year, so the cargo flow doesn't depend on the season. Airline capacity to China and the rest of Asia still falls short of what the seafood industry needs, both on freighters and in the bellies of passenger aircraft. Airlines that fill that gap get a strong export flow eastbound.
growth of Norwegian seafood exported to Asian markets, from ‘24 to ‘25
of Seafood exports by air in 2025 went to Asia
With more than 20 weekly freight flights and handling around 240 000 tonnes of air freight annually, Oslo Airport is the largest full freigther hub in Northern Europe. We also expect the growth trend to continue for many years to come, driven in part by Norway's growing seafood industry and a shortage of freight capacity in Europe. This leads to the outbound air cargo from Norway remaining an underserved market, creating exciting opportunities for both new and existing players.
flown from Oslo Airport in 2025
full freighter hub in Northern Europe, by volume
Our intercontinental freight routes extend from Norway and Oslo Airport to Europe and large parts of Asia. The dedicated freight routes are supplemented by cargo carried on a wide range of passenger routes to North America and Africa, in addition to Europe and Asia. Do not hesitate to contact us to discuss the opportunities in the air freight market!
Full freighter operators | Integrators | Belly cargo |
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6 000 m² cargo terminal – 3 000 m² dedicated to perishables – 3 000 m² general cargo – 24/7 monitored terminal
7 000 m² cargo warehouse – Freighter handling – Temperature-sensitive handling – General cargo
Incoming third cargo handler – World’s largest cargo handler – Temporary facilities at launch – Adds handling capacity
Freight is a cornerstone of Norwegian business, and of seafood exports. Large parts of Europe lack both freight capacity and modern facilities built for the logistics of the future. That is why we are now in a preliminary project for a purpose-built freight hub of international top-class standard, with everything gathered on the west side of the airport. If built, Cargo Vest will solve tomorrow's needs with today's infrastructure, and lay the foundation for growth far into the future.
Is the best cargo airport always a dedicated cargo airport? Or do carriers prefer full-service hubs, where freighters, passenger routes and belly capacity work together?
Avinor går videre med Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), et SATS-selskap, om etablering av frakthåndtering på Oslo lufthavn.
From cold-chain expertise to inbound cargo growth, Avinor is using air cargo as a strategic lever for Norway’s economy.
