Air Cargo

The 2026 Transport logistic and air cargo Shanghai exhibition saw record attendance and exhibitor growth, driven by e-commerce.

Cool chain providers are enhancing pharmaceutical logistics with integrated resilience solutions, real-time monitoring, and risk management.

AI is becoming central to air cargo operations, enabling faster pricing, capacity allocation, and demand forecasting in a high-speed market

China is re-establishing itself as a global air cargo hub, driven by e-commerce growth and robust connectivity

Global trade disruptions are forcing businesses to prioritize supply chain resilience and flexibility over cost efficiency.

Etihad Cargo's new Excellence Hub standardizes global operations, improving reliability and predictability for specialized air freight.

The US-China air cargo corridor remains vital, with e-commerce driving demand for flexible capacity and digital solutions.

Extreme heat is exposing vulnerabilities in pharmaceutical cold chains, especially during airport and road transfers.

The air cargo sector's reliance on informal communication for key decisions creates a digital blind spot, impacting efficiency

AI adoption in supply chains is progressing rapidly, but many organizations lack the operational readiness for effective deployment

Global air cargo rates fell 1% in late June and early July, driven by lower fuel costs and holiday impact.

Cathay Cargo observes an increasing trend in personalized pharmaceutical shipments, particularly for cell and gene therapies, driving…

The US administration will not immediately impose tariffs on aircraft and jet parts, opting for negotiations with trade partners

East Midlands Airport saw a 14% increase in air cargo volumes, with more flights anticipated soon

French Bee and Globe Air Cargo Canada extended their GSSA agreement for three years, securing a direct Montreal-Paris-Orly air cargo link.

Chapman Freeborn is supporting Air Zimbabwe's planned direct flights between Harare and London Gatwick, boosting perishables exports

dnata Italy has made 300 airport operations roles permanent across Rome Fiumicino, Milan Malpensa, and Milan Linate.

Freight forwarders should review contracts and insurance due to IATA's revised Direct Air Waybill framework, warns Breeze.

The Airforwarders Association warns the air cargo sector to prepare for renewed supply chain disruptions due to US-Iran hostilities

LATAM Airlines Group is expanding its fleet to 410 aircraft by the end of 2026, with 28 new deliveries anticipated

European airports experienced a 3.2% rise in passenger traffic in May 2026, recovering from an April decline

Effective dangerous goods management in air cargo requires continuous oversight and staff empowerment to ensure safety.

Chinese rescuers are deploying pontoon bridges and cargo drones to aid flood-affected areas, showcasing innovative logistics.

FedEx has launched a new life sciences division, building on its healthcare logistics infrastructure to provide more end-to-end services

USPS is reportedly moving more mail by air to meet UPS contract volume guarantees, despite a policy favoring surface transport.

The UK's new Supply Chain Centre aims to enhance logistics resilience and provide a central hub for strategic planning

VAROPreem has finalized the acquisition of Sunpine, a major biorefinery producing renewable feedstock for advanced biofuels

FlyUs Aviation Group will now manage Riyadh Cargo's sales, customer support, and capacity in France, Spain, and Portugal.

cargo-partner is advancing integration with Nippon Express in Europe to strengthen regional cooperation and expand network capabilities

China's annual inflation rate eased to 1.0% in June, falling short of market expectations and marking a three-month low