Japan's Services Sector Reaches Five-Month High in August
Japan's services sector saw its fastest expansion since March in August, driven by increased business activity and new orders.
Capacity, rates, freighter operations and integrator news for international air-freight forwarders.
Japan's services sector saw its fastest expansion since March in August, driven by increased business activity and new orders.
CBP is gathering public input on implementing a Trump-era executive order for stricter customs enforcement.
Temu's owner, PDD Holdings, is enhancing local fulfillment capabilities to adapt to evolving de minimis import rules.

Europe's airfreight road feeder services face a severe capacity crunch due to a shortage of over 500,000 truck drivers

The U.S. trade deficit expanded to $88.6 billion, its largest since early 2025, as imports rose and exports fell.

Emirates SkyCargo has transported two conservation dogs to Zimbabwe for anti-poaching operations in Matusadona National Park
Air cargo capacity from Taiwan is tight with rising rates on all lanes due to strong AI and semiconductor demand.

KLN Logistics Group saw revenue rise 10% to HK$29.85 billion and core net profit increase 2% in H1 2026.

UK exporters must prepare for new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations impacting international shipments

Flexport has expanded its digital freight forwarding services into the United Kingdom and Canada to grow its market presence

Pharmaceutical supply chain leaders are heavily investing in AI for demand forecasting and logistics, despite regulatory concerns

Ethiopian Airlines is reportedly nearing a deal to purchase up to 10 Boeing freighters, including 777Fs and 777-8Fs

CSafe has launched a reusable thermal cover for multi-pallet pharmaceutical airfreight, supporting precise temperature ranges.

Elroy Air successfully completed autonomous cargo flights under an FAA eVTOL pilot, advancing uncrewed aerial logistics.

Dronamics has joined the SESAR IRINA2 project to integrate large remotely piloted cargo aircraft into European airspace.
Factory orders have shown a robust 0.9% increase, outperforming expectations and indicating a positive shift in economic activity
Upcoming US economic data will test whether the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates on hold, impacting global markets

The Airforwarders Association is urging the US and Canada to restart trade talks to prevent new Canadian tariffs.

A security system failure at Eindhoven Airport resulted in six Ryanair flights departing without passenger checked baggage.

AI investments and e-commerce growth are driving airfreight demand for high-value goods like semiconductors and specialized pharmaceuticals

The 11th Frankfurt Air Cargo Conference gathered over 400 delegates to discuss air cargo supply chain resilience

FIATA and WiseTech Global renewed their partnership for three years, focusing on digitalization and operational efficiency.

Atlas Air has acquired a 49% stake in Air Atlanta, expanding its widebody freighter fleet and operational control.

Procharter coordinated an AN-124 charter for aerospace cargo from Auckland to the US, handling complex logistics.

Transense Technologies and Unison have advanced torque-sensing technology for next-generation hybrid-electric aerospace propulsion.

BIFA has appointed Allie Renison as external affairs director to lead government engagement for the UK freight industry

DHL Supply Chain will manage ground handling for SAS Scandinavian Airlines at Manchester Airport under a new three-year contract

MSC Air Cargo has formalized a strategic partnership with Neutral Air Partner, connecting with its global freight forwarder network

Market acceptance for Airbus A321-200 passenger-to-freighter conversions remains weak, according to a new report
Davies Turner climbed to seventh in the CILT UK logistics ranking after securing the Multimodal 3PL award and RoSPA Gold.
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