Apparently Volgar dnepr/air bridge cargo have created a UK subsidy, and will base a B747-8F at MAN for cargo routes to the U.S, subject to getting its AOC.
AirBridgeCargo eyes UK routes with Volga-Dnepr company
Quite an interesting turn that we once had a thriving pure cargo business to China, but, it's now the USA that sees more dedicated cargo flights with Lufthansa and now this venture!
A very welcome boost if this comes off!