Air Cargo

Global airfreight rates dropped by 8.8% in July from June, even as jet fuel prices rose due to Middle East conflict

Global air cargo demand rose 9% in June 2026, the highest increase this year, with first-half growth reaching 5%.

Jetstream Aviation Capital delivered the first Saab 340B(F) cargo aircraft to Ryan Air for its Alaskan operations

Air Charter Service (ACS) saw its revenues rise by 38% in the first half of the year, driven by cargo charter demand

Aircraft and engine shortages are reshaping the aviation industry, with global commercial aircraft backlogs exceeding 17,000.

E-commerce is fundamentally reshaping air cargo demand, with airports like Liège capitalizing on 24/7 operations to attract major platforms

Unite has secured a recognition agreement for North Air tanker drivers at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, allowing union negotiations.

Airbus recorded 204 new commercial aircraft orders and delivered 67 planes in July, boosting year-to-date deliveries to 418.

US intelligence reports suggest Russia may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, potentially impacting global logistics.

Norse Atlantic Airways recorded a 7.1 US cents TRASK in July 2026, a 27% year-on-year increase.

CILT UK calls for an updated national airport expansion policy, citing recent court rulings and outdated frameworks.

E-commerce forwarder Rich Sale International is launching dedicated freighter flights between China and the US via Atlas Air.

The boom in AI equipment shipments offers logistics providers higher yields and more opportunities beyond air freight.

Xeneta data reveals a cooling air cargo market with minimal signs of a peak season boost for airlines this year

A Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig Airport was reportedly carrying military ammunition when an explosive drone was found nearby

Schiphol's cargo community anticipates benefits from reduced shorthaul flights by budget airlines and new slot allocation rules.

Fraport saw its net profit nearly halve in H1 2026, despite revenue growth, due to increased interest costs.

Sarla Aviation is using Siemens Xcelerator software to speed up the development of its eVTOL aircraft for urban air mobility

GetJet Group will invest €25 million in a new MRO hangar at Vilnius International Airport, creating over 100 jobs.

Cathay Pacific expects a six-month delay for its Airbus A350 freighter deliveries, pushing the first arrival to early 2027.

National Airlines claims the longest commercial Boeing 777 freighter flight, from Scotland to Australia

Neutral Air Partner introduces NAP Pharma, a new network for qualified freight forwarders in pharmaceutical and healthcare logistics.

HappyRobot's recent $1.2 billion valuation prompts renewed discussion on AI's value in logistics technology.

VG Cargo is moving its Hermes 5 Cargo Management System to a cloud environment, aiming to improve scalability and reduce maintenance.

An explosive drone was found at Leipzig Airport, and a DHL freighter later collided with an unknown object after takeoff

Cathay Cargo saw first-half tonnage increase 8.5% and revenues jump 23.9% driven by data center and AI demand.

East Midlands Airport contributed a record £6.2 billion to the UK economy in 2025, driven by significant cargo growth

BIFA has appointed Amanda Francis as PR and Media Manager, leveraging her 15 years of strategic communications experience.

KLN Logistics has introduced a new road feeder service connecting Europe with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Middle Eastern markets.

Cainiao has launched a new "Global Three-Day Delivery" service for e-commerce parcels on 15 international routes.