Air Capacity

Latin America's air cargo sector is expanding due to rising demand for fresh produce and e-commerce, requiring logistics investment.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

The Dutch ILT warns that geopolitical tensions, drone technology, and environmental pressures pose new risks to aviation safety.

Cathay Cargo has expanded its Airbus A350F order by two, bringing the total to eight aircraft with options for twenty more

US high-tech airfreight imports surged by 57% in Q1 2026, with Southeast Asia and Taiwan leading the volume growth.

Condor Airlines is now marketing its express air cargo handling capabilities, expanding its logistics services.

Increased aviation fuel prices in 2026 are forcing airlines to cut capacity, adjust routes, and raise fares.

Saudia is the first airline in the MENA region to operate the Airbus A321XLR, enhancing its international network

Air China Cargo confirmed an order for four additional Airbus A350 freighters, bringing its total to ten aircraft

Alaska Air Cargo has launched new daily passenger flights between Seattle and London Heathrow, boosting its European cargo reach

Western Global has returned an MD-11F freighter to service after a grounding period following a fatal crash

Yusen Logistics partners with cargo.one to integrate an AI-powered platform for global air freight sales and procurement

A recent BIFA workshop brought together air cargo stakeholders to discuss ULD handling and efficiency at London Heathrow Airport

Miami International Airport saw record fresh flower imports for Mother's Day 2026, primarily handled by Avianca Cargo

The pharmaceutical cold chain is moving towards passive thermal packaging to manage costs and capacity constraints in airfreight

Swissport International has agreed to acquire Swiftair Maroc, entering Morocco's air freight market via Casablanca's main hub

Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy is reshaping the narrowbody engine aftermarket, intensifying existing pressures on spare engine availability

Air cargo is moving beyond pure efficiency, focusing on resilience to navigate future global disruptions effectively

dnata extended its partnership with Lödige Industries to maintain and upgrade cargo handling systems at Singapore Changi Airport

Globe Air Cargo France and Air China Cargo celebrate 30 years of partnership, boosting Europe-China air freight operations