Air Cargo — July 20, 2026

Avianca Cargo and DSV delivered 58 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Venezuela via an A330F freighter from Miami to Caracas.

Logistics UK welcomes Jonathan Reynolds' reappointment as Trade Secretary, expecting continued economic growth and investment focus.

Air cargo volumes from Asia Pacific to Europe fell 15% year-on-year, with declines from China and Hong Kong.

BOC Aviation has made its largest engine order, securing 300 CFM LEAP engines for its future narrowbody aircraft.

TIACA has appointed Mammen Tharakan as its new director general, effective August, to lead on growth and global engagement

Anduril and Archer Aviation have launched Thunder and Halo, autonomous hybrid-electric VTOL aircraft for military and commercial use

SMBC Aviation Capital placed an order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft at Farnborough, expanding its narrowbody portfolio

Air Canada and Airbus are investing CAD 13.7 million to develop a commercial-scale Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry in Canada

Astral Aviation has resumed its weekly Boeing 767-300 freighter service between Guangzhou and Nairobi.

The UK Warehousing Association warns that increased business rates on warehouses will raise operating costs and consumer prices.

Boeing forecasts the global freighter fleet will expand by 67% over the next two decades, reaching over 4,000 aircraft

European shares rebounded from early losses, stabilizing as diplomatic progress in the Middle East eased global energy market concerns.

GKN Aerospace and Pratt & Whitney are collaborating on additive manufacturing for F135 engine components, supported by Norway.

A suspect was arrested at Schiphol Airport in connection with a significant cannabis import from the United States.

Dedicated freighter airports are becoming more prominent in Europe due to capacity issues at passenger hubs, offering flexibility for air…

Morocco's infrastructure and industrial growth position it as a key airfreight hub between Europe, Africa, and the Americas

Combi aircraft are gaining traction in regional aviation, offering flexibility for passenger, cargo, and mixed-use operations.

Pharmaceutical logistics is adopting AI for predictive operational intelligence, moving beyond basic tracking to enhance resilience and…

Cross-border e-commerce growth is straining air cargo infrastructure, causing bottlenecks at airports, customs, and ground operations.

Air China Cargo has doubled its commitment to the Airbus A350F, ordering ten aircraft to strengthen long-haul freighter strategy

Biocair enhances biopharma logistics reliability by focusing on a dedicated global network and proactive risk monitoring

e-Smart Group will introduce up to 20 BETA Technologies electric cargo aircraft into its European operations through a new leasing model.

Cyprus Airways focuses on operational reliability as a core growth strategy while expanding its network and managing supply chain issues.