Loading
medium
Asia-Europe Air Cargo Rates Stay High Amidst Persistent Middle East
Asia-Europe air cargo rates remain high as demand outstrips capacity, exacerbated by Middle East geopolitical tensions
Capacity, rates, freighter operations and integrator news for international air-freight forwarders.
Transporting 24 Ford Performance race cars to Le Mans involved navigating extremely tight clearances and meticulous planning
Asia-Europe air cargo rates remain high as demand outstrips capacity, exacerbated by Middle East geopolitical tensions
AI-driven automation is disrupting freight forwarding costs, leading companies to reassess task allocation between origin and destination
Global air cargo spot rates saw a 30% rise in April, attributed mainly to supply challenges rather than fuel costs
DHL Express has launched its Heavy Weight Express (HWX) service for international shipments up to 1,000 kg per piece
Chapman Freeborn has rolled out a new "Next Flight Out" service, expanding its critical freight capabilities for urgent shipments
Global airfreight rate increases are mostly easing, though US export prices are rising and year-on-year changes remain high
DHL Express has signed a 10-year deal with SAF One Bahrain to procure 250,000 tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Kenya Airways will now provide ground handling services for FedEx, reflecting growing confidence in its operations
Nabil Sultan, former Emirates SkyCargo chief, has been appointed CEO of dnata, replacing Steven Allen
Despite extensive digital and AI investments, human involvement remains critical for integrating fragmented freight systems
Oil prices climbed after U.S. President Trump indicated the Iran ceasefire was unstable, reducing hopes for peace
Air Cargo News invites companies to submit entries for the environment category of its annual awards, sponsored by dnata
Nabil Sultan is set to become the CEO of dnata, a global air and travel services provider, effective June 15, 2026
DHL Express has launched a new global service for time-sensitive heavyweight air cargo, accommodating shipments up to 3,000 kg
National Airlines successfully completed test flights for its second Boeing 777 freighter, with two more planned next quarter
FedEx has received FAA clearance to return its MD-11 freighter aircraft to service following a six-month grounding
Kuehne+Nagel has opened a new airfreight cross-dock in Hyderabad, India, to support growing pharmaceutical shipments
DP World launched an integrated war-risk insurance program for high-value cargo in volatile Middle East trade corridors
UPS and FedEx have raised international fuel surcharges and added new surge fees for global parcel shipments
Cathay Cargo has resumed its dedicated freighter service to Bangkok, Thailand, after a 10-year pause
Volkan Yaren has been appointed commercial director at CargoCrew, bringing 15 years of industry experience
Lufthansa Cargo has merged its Heyworld e-commerce and CB Customs Broker businesses into a new subsidiary, GlobeCross
Avianca Cargo moved over 20,100 tonnes of flowers on 300+ flights for Mother's Day, underscoring its perishable cargo expertise
Hactl and Hacis are managing logistics for the Hong Kong Sevens, ensuring broadcast equipment arrives at Kai Tak Sports Park
IAG reported a significant rise in Q1 operating profit and stable revenue, even as air cargo revenues decreased.
Rising fuel costs, uneven airspace access, policy changes, and e-commerce growth are redefining the China-Europe air cargo corridor
DP World has introduced a new war risk insurance product for cargo transiting the Middle East, covering multiple transport modes
Astral Aviation has launched a new weekly freighter service connecting Nairobi, Kenya, and Asmara, Eritrea
Flower shipments from Central and South America experienced a 19% week-on-week increase in air cargo volumes.
