Air Cargo

A Kenyan aviation strike at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport revealed the fragility of East Africa's air cargo sector.

Ethiopian Airlines is investing in Boeing 777F and 777-8F freighters to boost its African air cargo network.

Air logistics leaders stress the need to attract new talent, not just invest in upskilling, for future industry growth

Aviation executive Roger Gray has been appointed Chair of OneReg as the compliance platform expands globally

Emirates SkyCargo has increased its freighter capacity to India, adding new weekly services to three major cities.

E-commerce air cargo shipment growth flatlined in July after new EU import charges took effect, impacting demand.

China continues to export refined oil products despite tightening domestic supplies, according to senior refiner officials

A pilot voiced concerns about high speed moments before an Amazon Prime Air cargo plane overran the runway in Miami.

Japanese manufacturers' sentiment rose to its highest level since December 2021, driven by strong semiconductor and data center demand

Freightos founder Zvi Schreiber criticizes the company's pivot to software, advocating for a renewed focus on its freight marketplace.

Boston Scientific is resuming shipping operations after a cyberattack disrupted manufacturing and order processing

The EU is set to overhaul its customs framework with a new data hub and authority, simplifying processes for traders.

The EU Cross-Border E-commerce Forum in Liege gathers over 900 professionals to discuss e-commerce and air cargo challenges

Lufthansa Cargo is set to acquire LUG Aircargo Handling, significantly increasing its German warehouse and office footprint.

NTSB analysis suggests a Boeing 767 cargo crew attempted a go-around after initial touchdown in Miami.

A Trans Air Cargo Service DC-8-73CF cargo plane overran the runway at Kinshasa Airport, with no fatalities.

PACTL has expanded its Shanghai e-commerce air cargo handling center, boosting capacity and integrating advanced digital systems.

AI and digital platforms enhance air cargo, but human expertise remains vital for interpreting data and managing disruptions

IoT data is transforming ULD management by providing actionable insights to optimize fleet positioning and reduce inefficiencies

Misdeclaration of dangerous goods in air cargo is often due to cost-cutting, not insufficient training, creating safety risks.

WCAworld uses established commercial freight networks and local operators in 198 countries for rapid disaster response.

GE90 engine components, especially FADEC clusters, are increasingly difficult to source as the heavy maintenance season nears

US small business sentiment deteriorated in August 2026, with optimism falling due to lower sales and inflation concerns.

Germany's trade surplus widened to €21.3 billion in July 2026, the largest in two years, as exports fell less than imports

US businesses are receiving tariff refunds, but the relief is often minimal compared to their substantial losses.

Miami International Airport reports minimal air cargo disruption after an Amazon-chartered crash, though runway capacity is reduced

Modern Logistics aims for international expansion, especially in Latin America, boosted by strong e-commerce and air cargo revenue.

Federal investigators are probing an Amazon cargo jet crash on a runway, examining if the plane landed too late to stop.

A technical issue at NATS caused widespread disruption to departing flights across UK airports, grounding outbound flights from Heathrow.

Cyclospora parasite challenges food supply chains, with regulatory cuts hindering hygiene and contamination prevention efforts