It stands to reason that CARGOLAND, which has been defining itself as a key European e-commerce cargo hub over the past years, should get involved (again) in hosting the EU CBEC next year. EU CBEC stands for the ‘EU Cross-Border E-commerce Forum’ and has been held annually since 2019. It is a joint Belgium–China initiative that seeks to bring together retailers, brands, and global logistics leaders with digital platforms and technology providers, so as to ensure innovation, progress and smooth operations in this field. The 2026 version will actually be the fourth time that air cargo stakeholders involved in e-commerce, will convene at Liège Airport, to discuss what is one of the world’s fastest growing segments these past years. It will take place on 08-10SEP26, at the prestigious Palais des Congres Liège. The CBEC will include focused panels on the CBEC stage, and a large exhibition area. Around 300+ companies, 100 freight forwarders, 60 airlines, shippers from a wide range of sectors, and 15 trade media outlets are expected to attend. In the past, the event has played host to numerous innovations in the fields of digital systems, smart fulfilment, and advanced cargo handling solutions aimed at improving efficiency across global logistics networks. Next year’s event will continue with the mission to drive innovation and digital transformation, and will offer a dynamic mix of seminars, networking sessions, expert panels, keynotes, exhibition booths, B2B meetings, and company visits.
“The 2026 edition will expand its focus beyond e-commerce, addressing the major trends of the air cargo industry, from digitalization, multimodality, and sustainability to safety and security. Dedicated e-commerce sessions will explore cross-border trade trends, emerging growth drivers, and strategies for airlines and airports navigating the sector’s continued expansion. Complementary topics such as digital marketing, data integration, and regulatory compliance will also feature on the agenda,” the release explains.
Frédéric Brun, Head of Commercial Cargo & Logistics at LGG, revealed: “The event has more than doubled in size since we first hosted it in 2019, and it continues to grow in scale and influence. We already have 60 airlines confirmed, 53 renowned speakers, and expect more than 850 participants, possibly even breaking the 1,000-attendee mark in 2026. If you’re active in air cargo, this is where you need to be.”
Torsten Wefers, Vice President Sales & Marketing at LGG, added: “The EU Cross-Border e-commerce Forum provides exceptional networking opportunities to connect with senior decision-makers and leaders from across the logistics spectrum, shippers, freight forwarders, technology innovators, airlines, and e-tailers, all gathered in one place.”
