Air Cargo

Airfreight's core challenge is shifting from execution failures to decision failures, especially during the quoting stage.

China's manufacturing activity weakened in May due to holiday disruptions and rising input costs, with the PMI falling to 50.0

Lufthansa Cargo transported a drift car from Cairo to Vilnius for the 2026 Drift Masters Championship.

UPS will launch time-definite heavy airfreight services between Mexico and North America, improving critical supply chain support.

The simultaneous blockage of the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz marks an unprecedented disruption for global shipping and logistics

Belgian airports are unifying digital customs processes to streamline air cargo declarations and align with EU initiatives

The Dutch government spent nearly €2 million on private jet travel for ministers' business trips over the last five years.

Asok Kumar takes on the role of Group CEO for Expolanka, part of SG Holdings, continuing as Morrison CEO.

The U.S. merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $82.4 billion, a 3.4% reduction from the previous month, due to increased exports

7Air, a Miami-based cargo airline, has appointed Iraq Pacheco as interim chief executive and chief financial officer.

Express carriers DHL, FedEx, and UPS are calling for a phased approach to new EU customs rules for low-value parcels.

AFRAA chairman George Kamal urged the creation of a pan-African airline alliance to enhance competitiveness and connectivity.

Matternet raised $33 million and completed its public listing to fund a new drone delivery platform and expand operations.

European Union exports to the US fell by 30% in Q1 2026, contributing to an overall decline in EU trade.

Astral Aviation transported 100 tons of humanitarian aid from Nairobi, Kenya, to Bunia, DRC, utilizing a Boeing 737-400 freighter

Atlas Air Worldwide is investing in Air Atlanta and forming a long-term ACMI partnership, leveraging European operating bases.

Airlines are questioning the EU's plan to reward contrail avoidance under the ETS, citing insufficient scientific and verification methods.

China and the UK are committed to deepening economic cooperation and building a long-term strategic partnership.

Germany's economic advisory council warns the government of prolonged stagnation with no recovery in sight

Global air cargo demand grew by 4% in April, recovering from a March decline linked to Middle East conflict.

FreightWaves is set to launch "FreightWaves Today," a new live daily business news program covering supply chain, transportation, and…

Atlas Air Worldwide has acquired a 49% stake in Icelandic ACMI operator Air Atlanta, expanding its global presence.

HAFFA and VILS signed an MoU to boost logistics cooperation, trade, training, and policy advisory between Hong Kong and Vietnam.

The long-standing rivalry between IATA and FIATA over air cargo control has resurfaced, impacting regulatory frameworks.

Kersti Krepp, a veteran from Polar Air Cargo, has moved to Atlas Air as head of global scheduled service

Wheels Up unifies its global brand, streamlining sales and service teams for a cohesive customer experience.

FIATA has formally requested a review of proposed changes to the Direct Air Waybill framework adopted by IATA.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has launched a new direct scheduled air cargo service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

NorSAF secured a license from KBR to build Europe's first 100% drop-in SAF production facility at the Port of Liepaja

Globe Air Cargo France is partnering with ANA and NCA to integrate and expand cargo operations in France.