
Etihad Cargo Prioritizes Network Flexibility for Growth and Market Responsiveness
Etihad Cargo integrates freighter and passenger operations to boost network flexibility, optimize route economics, and expand global reach
Capacity, rates, freighter operations and integrator news for international air-freight forwarders.

Etihad Cargo integrates freighter and passenger operations to boost network flexibility, optimize route economics, and expand global reach

Horizon Aircraft is developing the Cavorite X7, a hybrid-electric aircraft designed to function primarily as a conventional fixed-wing plane

Airlines are now prioritizing ULD lifecycle value, repairability, and maintenance for improved air cargo efficiency and resilience

AI is advancing in logistics, moving past basic digitization to become a key decision-making layer for operations

Firefly Green Fuels is advancing SAF production from sewage biosolids, securing partnerships and investments for large-scale output.

Marken uses auditable emissions data to identify reduction opportunities and invest in sustainable fuels across its logistics network

Schiphol's air freight rankings saw AIT Worldwide Logistics and Milestone Shypple gain significant tonnage, altering cargo flows.
German import prices increased by 6.8% year-on-year in July 2026, marking the fifth consecutive month of growth
India's GDP growth is set to ease slightly to 7.5% but will likely outperform most Asian economies due to strong domestic demand.

A Federal Reserve official indicated that further interest rate hikes might be necessary despite recent inflation cooling

Ethiopian Airlines Cargo initiated a new freighter service linking Chengdu, China, and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on August 28.

The US has introduced new Section 301 tariffs, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, on imports from 60 economies.

Korean Air is automating Incheon and JFK cargo terminals to manage an expected surge in AI server and semiconductor shipments.
Boston Scientific's global ordering and shipping operations are disrupted by a cyberattack, with the full impact still unknown.

Hong Kong Air Cargo is set to begin weekly charter flights between Hong Kong and Brisbane, Australia, starting August 29

Flight growth at Eindhoven and Rotterdam The Hague airports is prohibited in 2026-2027 due to nitrogen emission limits.

Cainiao has enhanced its customs clearance and last-mile delivery services in Mexico to streamline cross-border e-commerce logistics.

The Bronx Zoo has helped rescue over 800 North American box turtles from illegal wildlife trafficking since October 2024

Priority Courier Experts acquired INPAX Shipping Solutions, expanding its same-day logistics network across the southeastern United States

Nike has appointed Jane Ewing, formerly of Walmart, as its new Chief Commercial Officer, potentially impacting future logistics.

The U.S. goods trade deficit expanded, largely due to a significant rise in capital goods imports.
UPS will apply increased holiday surcharges from September 27, 2026, as it prepares for a substantial rise in U.S. package volume.

CARGOLAND's EU CBEC 2026 event will convene experts and attendees to discuss e-commerce taxation, customs, and trade dynamics.

ZeroAvia appointed Christine Ourmières-Widener as CEO to advance hydrogen-electric propulsion certification and commercialization.

Three months after Spirit Airlines ceased operations, its A320-family engines are being redeployed faster than airframes.

Malaysia Aviation Group strengthens operational capabilities with renewed safety certifications and improved reliability across its airlines

US authorities are investigating Apex Logistics, a Kuehne+Nagel subsidiary, for allegedly evading Nvidia chip export bans to China

A cyberattack on Manchester Airports Group exposed customer data from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands airports
An unplanned shutdown at South Africa's Natref refinery has impacted jet fuel supply to O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Lenovo is expanding its regional manufacturing footprint to counter chip shortages and tariff risks, enhancing supply chain resilience
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