Cargolux statement regarding Luxembourg judgment

Luxembourg, 01 July 2026 – Cargolux Airlines International S.A. (Cargolux) confirms that the Luxembourg court has today issued a judgment ratifying the plea agreement between Cargolux and the Luxembourg State Prosector regarding a matter of influence peddling in Gabon.

The judgment relates only to Cargolux and to conduct between 2010 and 2015 and does not concern any individuals. Cargolux self-declared the issue to the Luxembourg Public Prosecutor’s Office in 2015 upon discovery and has fully cooperated with the authorities throughout the process. As a result of the judgment, Cargolux has agreed to pay penalties in aggregate of approximately EUR 1.15m.

Cargolux continually reviews and updates its compliance procedures, resulting in strengthened internal controls, enhanced compliance frameworks, and governance standards aligned with international best practice.

There is no impact on current operations, customer activity, or the services provided to customers.

Cargolux remains committed to operating ethically, transparently, and with integrity across all its activities.

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About Cargolux Airlines International

Cargolux, based in Luxembourg, is Europe’s leading all-cargo airline operating a fleet of 30 Boeing 747-8 freighters and Boeing 747-400 freighters. As a future-geared airline, Cargolux also has 10 efficient Boeing 777-8F on order to replace its ageing 747-400 aircraft. The Cargolux worldwide network covers over 50 destinations on scheduled all-cargo flights and offers full and part-charter services. The company has more than 90 offices in over 50 countries and operates an extensive global trucking network to more than 250 destinations. With over 55 years of experience in the air cargo industry and an extensive product portfolio, Cargolux provides tailored transport solutions for all types of shipments. The Cargolux Group also offers aerial firefighting services through its dedicated unit Aquarius Aerial Firefighting. As a responsible cargo carrier, Cargolux has developed a solid Sustainability program encompassing Environmental, Social, and Governance principles. The Cargolux Group employs close to 4,000 staff members worldwide.   

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