
Air Cargo Handler Consolidation May Disadvantage Airlines in the Long Term
Consolidation in the air cargo handling market, initially favorable, may eventually disadvantage airlines by reducing competition
Capacity, rates, freighter operations and integrator news for international air-freight forwarders.

Consolidation in the air cargo handling market, initially favorable, may eventually disadvantage airlines by reducing competition

SAS Cargo appointed Allied Aviation as GSSA for its Mumbai-Copenhagen route, handling cargo sales and revenue optimization.

CDA and D66 oppose Schiphol Airport's flight capacity expansion during the current government term.
China's foreign exchange regulator expects continued growth in trade and cross-border investment, supported by new policy reforms

Airbus has revealed the A350F freighter's unique livery, transforming the aircraft into a giant parcel with cargo-related graphics.

Cargo theft in Europe and the UK is costing nearly €2 million daily, with 58,000 incidents reported in 18 months.
Global air cargo tonnages rebounded before the Chinese holiday, with stable rates exceeding last year's levels.

Airbus has begun a nine-month flight test program for its new A350F freighter, targeting long-haul air cargo with improved efficiency

FedEx Express transported two giant pandas from Chengdu, China, to Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, using a dedicated Boeing 777 freighter

Airbus has confirmed 14 customers for its new A350F freighter after its first test flight from Toulouse.
Market focus shifts to US consumer confidence and JOLTS data as US-Iran deal optimism fades before midterms

ACI World urges governments to prioritize airport capacity planning as a national economic imperative, modernizing slot frameworks.

The new Airbus A350F freighter successfully completed its inaugural flight from Toulouse, beginning its flight-test program.

ATSG is selling Omni Air International to OAI Holdings, shifting its strategic focus entirely to air cargo and related aviation services

The Airbus A350F's initial test flight from Toulouse was the most tracked globally, moving closer to certification

Air cargo leaders must transition from dialogue to decisive action to address industry shifts like AI, e-commerce, and geopolitics
India can meet its 2027 sustainable aviation fuel targets through existing refinery coprocessing, but 2030 goals require urgent investment
The US and China agreed to continue trade discussions following a summit between Presidents Trump and Xi in Washington D.C.

Windracers' ULTRA autonomous heavy-lift aircraft completed a 1,000 km flight with blood samples to test long-distance integrity.

Steve Smith is the new CEO of the Airforwarders Association, succeeding long-serving leader Brandon Fried.

A trade union is pushing for the immediate start of London Heathrow's third runway expansion, citing its national infrastructure importance

Asia Pacific air cargo demand saw reduced growth last month, influenced by a decline in e-commerce parcels to Europe.
European stock markets held steady on Monday, influenced by rising crude oil prices and AI sector challenges.

Cathay Cargo introduces AI-assisted screening to enhance permit compliance for global import, export, and transhipment requirements

EUclaim, a claim organization, will continue operations after being acquired by industry peer Yource.

Australia will host its inaugural Air Freight Summit in 2027, creating a national forum for the sector's future.

Swissport has entered the Indonesian air cargo market via a joint venture with UNEX Aviation Services, acquiring a stake in the company

The air cargo industry is working to enhance its visibility and attractiveness within aviation education and career paths

Air Belgium will launch cargo flights to Ashgabat in August 2026, enhancing Turkmenistan's transit role.

Etihad Cargo is using partnerships to access new markets, improving capacity and route development.
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