37th State of Logistics Report: Air Cargo Trends & Market

The 37th State of Logistics report focuses on air cargo as a critical component of modern supply chain networks. This annual benchmarking study provides comprehensive insights into air freight market dynamics, pricing pressures, capacity constraints, and operational challenges facing logistics professionals. Air cargo remains a vital option for time-sensitive shipments despite higher costs, and understanding market trends is essential for supply chain strategy.

For supply chain professionals, this report serves as a reference point for evaluating air freight utilization, forecasting capacity availability, and optimizing modal choices between air and other transportation methods. The analysis encompasses global air cargo performance metrics, regional variations, and emerging challenges such as airport congestion, fuel costs, and changing e-commerce demand patterns. The report's findings have direct implications for procurement strategies, carrier negotiations, and contingency planning.

Organizations relying on air cargo for perishables, electronics, or emergency shipments should review the detailed market analysis to benchmark their current performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization or service level improvements.