
SHIFFT Initiative Advances Autonomous Vehicle Integration at Ports and Airports
The SHIFFT project is focused on speeding up the integration of autonomous vehicles in port and airport logistics.
Capacity, rates, freighter operations and integrator news for international air-freight forwarders.

The SHIFFT project is focused on speeding up the integration of autonomous vehicles in port and airport logistics.

The US Department of Transportation is investing $870 million in 339 airport projects across 44 states and two territories
European stocks are near record highs, boosted by strong corporate earnings and declining crude oil prices, despite geopolitical concerns

Atlas Air Worldwide has finalized its acquisition of a 49% minority stake in freighter operator Air Atlanta

DHL Global Forwarding saw substantial Q2 revenue and earnings growth, largely attributed to its strong airfreight business.

Asia Pacific air cargo volumes grew 3.2% in June, driven by AI-related semiconductor and hardware shipments.
IATA is pushing for digital solutions to manage the growing complexity of live animal air cargo operations.

DSV and Kuehne+Nagel are implementing different AI strategies, with DSV eyeing acquisitions and Kuehne+Nagel focusing on operational gains

A partnership in India is studying the use of eVTOL aircraft for medical logistics, potentially transforming healthcare supply chains.

Air cargo operations for live animals require specialized handling and careful management of environmental factors.

Mexican cargo airline Mas struggles to acquire suitable aircraft to keep pace with its expanding network and growth opportunities

Network Aviation Group's GSSA and freighter operations saw positive results in H1 2026 due to market shifts

The UK government is urged to implement a holistic strategy for Sustainable Aviation Fuel to decarbonize airfreight by 2050

EU customs duties have temporarily reduced e-commerce air cargo volumes, while AI-related shipments are growing.
US job quits increased in June, with significant rises in leisure, hospitality, and the trade, transportation, and utilities sectors
The US Logistics Managers' Index eased in July, signaling a moderation in growth after a period of rapid expansion.

Oil companies report significant profits as the Iran conflict drives up fuel prices and global shipping costs.
Middle East logistics is adapting to evolving market dynamics, focusing on resilient supply chain solutions to mitigate disruptions.

A legal challenge against Gatwick Airport's second runway expansion has been dismissed, allowing full-time operation.

Lufthansa Airlines faced a difficult first half, citing the Iran conflict, rising fuel costs, and strikes as key factors.

Toyota reported a $9.4 billion net profit in Q2, with sales climbing 10% year-on-year.

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed to $73.3 billion in June, a 5.6% drop from the previous month, driven by fewer imports.

Airbus is performing flight vibration tests on its A350 freighter prototype as it moves towards flight testing and service entry

TAAG Cargo has commenced a new weekly freighter service from Amsterdam to Lusaka, enhancing its African air cargo network.
Oil prices dropped sharply yesterday due to renewed optimism about a potential US-Iran peace deal.

Oman Air has launched five new air cargo routes in one week, boosting connectivity across Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East.

Lufthansa Cargo saw significant Q2 profit and revenue growth, largely due to higher airfreight rates from the Middle East conflict
Hacis launched an automated storage system in Hong Kong, doubling e-commerce outbound capacity and improving efficiency.

Hitachi, MOL, and JAL are launching Japan's first Direct Ocean Capture pilot on Kume Island to test seawater CO2 removal
IATA recommends airlines update payment strategies to mitigate revenue losses from failed transactions and improve customer experience.
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