#air-freight
(104 articles)Europe Air Freight Market to 2034: Growth Drivers & Capacity
Market Data Forecast has released a comprehensive European air freight market analysis projecting trends through 2034. This forward-looking market study provides supply chain professionals with visibi
Forward Air Takes Another Hit With Q2 Impairment Charge
Forward Air Corporation reported a Q2 2026 trading update that included another significant asset impairment charge, prompting minimal market enthusiasm despite a modest after-hours rally. The stock r
Cainiao Launches Fast Cross-Border Air Shipping Service
Cainiao, Alibaba's logistics subsidiary, has introduced a new expedited cross-border air shipping service designed to accelerate international parcel delivery. This initiative reflects the growing com
Lufthansa Cargo Revenue Jumps 27% on AI Hardware Demand
Lufthansa Cargo has achieved significant revenue growth of 27%, propelled by surging demand for AI hardware components and strengthening market conditions across Asia. This expansion reflects the broa
Geopolitical Turmoil Lifts Lufthansa Cargo Q2 Revenue 27%
Lufthansa Cargo delivered strong Q2 financial results, with adjusted EBIT rising 58% year-over-year to €116m and revenues climbing 27% to exceed €1bn, driven primarily by geopolitical uncertainty that
Chapman Freeborn Launches In-House ICS2 Declaration Service
Chapman Freeborn, a global air and ocean freight forwarder, has brought ICS2 (Import Control System 2) declaration capabilities in-house, moving from third-party dependency to proprietary compliance i
EU ecommerce levy cuts Asia-Europe freighter capacity by 14%
The European Union's introduction of new fees on low-value ecommerce imports has triggered a sharp and measurable contraction in intercontinental air freight capacity. Data from Aevean reveals that AP
TRANSWORLD Launches US DDP Air Freight for Export Shipments
TRANSWORLD has expanded its service portfolio to include Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) air freight options alongside door-to-door delivery capabilities for exporters shipping from the United States. This
Australia's New Airport Offers 24/7 Cargo Operations—No Curfew
Australia's new airport facility introduces a dedicated cargo campus with no operational curfew, marking a significant infrastructure expansion for the region's air freight sector. This development re
Saudia Cargo and Riyadh Cargo Establish Interline Agreement
Saudia Cargo, the cargo division of Saudi Arabian Airlines, has formalized an interline agreement with Riyadh Cargo, strengthening cargo handling and connectivity options within the Saudi Arabian air
Airlines' Dynamic Pricing Squeeze Forwarders on Costs
Airlines are accelerating adoption of dynamic pricing models across their air freight operations, fragmenting booking channels and creating significant uncertainty for freight forwarders. Rather than
Western Sydney International Opens New Cargo Precinct
Western Sydney International Airport has officially opened a new cargo precinct, marking a significant infrastructure expansion for Australia's freight operations. This facility enhances capacity for
DHL Express Secures 6,000 Tons of SAF at Madrid Hub
DHL Express has reached an agreement with Moeve to supply 6,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at the Madrid-Barajas airport, marking a significant commitment to reducing the carbon footprint
DSV Expands Air Cargo Network via Chicago-Rockford Hub
DSV, the world's third-largest logistics provider, has significantly expanded its dedicated air charter operations through Chicago-Rockford International Airport (RFD) by launching a new weekly servic
Saudi-Australia Direct Cargo Route Launches with 100-Tonne Capacity
Saudi Arabia and Australia have inaugurated their first direct scheduled air cargo route connecting Riyadh and Melbourne, with a 100-tonne capacity per service. This represents a structural expansion
Air Freight Resilience: How mas Air Cargo Shields Supply Chains
This article examines how air freight services, particularly mas Air Cargo's operations in Mexico, are positioning themselves as a stabilizing force in supply chains facing mounting global uncertainty
Air Freight Contracts Under Pressure in Tightening Market
The air freight market is experiencing a structural shift toward supplier dominance, with annual contracts becoming increasingly difficult to negotiate and maintain. According to Xeneta, the tightenin
Flying Whales & FOX Brasil Establish Heavy-Lift Air Partnership
Flying Whales, a pioneering developer of hybrid-electric heavy-lift aircraft, has formalized a pre-commercial partnership with FOX Brasil, a major Brazilian project cargo and heavy-lift forwarding spe
Expeditors Expands AOG Service Amid Rising Time-Critical Demand
Expeditors International is expanding its Aircraft On Ground (AOG) service capabilities in response to increased demand for time-critical logistics solutions. This expansion signals growing reliance o
FCLGO Air Freight Tackles 2026 Amazon Holiday Fulfillment Crunch
FCLGO has introduced expedited air freight solutions specifically designed to help manage anticipated fulfillment challenges during the 2026 Amazon holiday season. This proactive service launch reflec
AI Shipments Boost Air Cargo Despite Ecommerce Slump
AI infrastructure and semiconductor demand are providing unexpected strength to the air cargo market in June, with global air freight rates climbing 33% year-on-year and volumes rising 9%, according t
CrownX Driver App Captures Air Freight Trucking Market
CrownX has successfully deployed a driver-focused mobile application that is gaining traction with air freight trucking companies, representing a shift toward digitalized ground operations for time-se
FCLGO Launches Air Freight to Address 2026 Amazon Holiday Rush
FCLGO has announced new expedited air freight capabilities designed to address anticipated capacity constraints in Amazon's fulfillment network during the 2026 holiday season. This proactive move refl
Cargolux Cancels Dubai Freighter Restart Plans
Cargolux, a major Luxembourg-based cargo airline, has reversed its strategy to restart freighter operations on the Dubai route, signaling continued caution in the air cargo market despite recent deman
Chapman Freeborn Charters 757F for Major Horse Transport Operation
Chapman Freeborn, a leading air charter broker, has secured a Boeing 757F aircraft to execute a significant horse transport operation. This move underscores the specialized logistics capabilities requ
Air Canada, Avianca Form Strategic Partnership for Network Expansion
Air Canada and Avianca, through parent company Abra Group, have formalized a joint business agreement to create strategic network synergies across their combined operations. This partnership addresses
AI Chips Drive Air Cargo Growth, Masking E-Commerce Decline
The global air freight market has defied expectations in the first half of 2026, posting a 4% year-on-year demand increase. However, beneath this positive headline lies a concentrated risk: semiconduc
Cross-Border Helicopter Shipping Faces Regulatory Hurdles
Cross-border helicopter shipping represents a niche but increasingly important logistics solution for time-sensitive, hard-to-reach, or emergency cargo. However, industry experts are highlighting sign
CMA CGM Expands Syria Operations with Damascus Air Cargo Deal
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping company, is broadening its Middle East presence by establishing air cargo operations at Damascus International Airport, building on its existing c
USPS Diverts 50% of Mail to Air to Meet UPS Contract
The United States Postal Service has made a strategic operational shift, routing approximately 50% of its long-distance mail via air freight to fulfill contractual obligations with UPS. This departure
Airline Cargo Contracts Shift Liability Risk to Logistics
A new airline cargo contract is reshaping liability frameworks in the air freight sector, with logistics providers expressing serious concerns about increased financial and operational exposure. This
JTUO Logistics Expands China-India Air Freight Capacity
JTUO Logistics has announced a strategic strengthening of its China-India air freight operations by enhancing capacity reliability and deploying in-house consolidation capabilities on this key trade l
DHL Group Raises 2026 Earnings Guidance on Strong Q2
DHL Group announced better-than-expected Q2 2026 results and raised its full-year earnings guidance, signaling robust demand recovery across its express delivery operations. The positive performance i
Kuehne+Nagel Leads Top 25 Air Forwarders Despite Market Volatility
Kuehne+Nagel has reinforced its position as the leading air freight forwarder globally, maintaining dominance in an industry marked by significant market fluctuations and competitive pressures. This r
DHL Air Freight Demand Poised to Strengthen Through 2026
Bank of America has issued a positive outlook on DHL's air freight business, projecting momentum to continue through 2026. This analyst perspective reflects broader confidence in the recovery and resi
Iran Tensions and Peak Season Fuel Sharp Freight Rate Increases
The convergence of geopolitical tension in Iran and traditional year-end peak shipping season is creating a perfect storm for freight cost escalation across both ocean and air transportation modes. Th
LATAM Cargo Solidarity Plane Delivers 300+ Tons of Aid to Venezuela
LATAM Cargo has successfully launched a dedicated humanitarian airlift operation, transporting over 300 tons of relief supplies to Venezuela within the first week of activation. This initiative demons
Cathay Cargo Restarts Middle East Freighter Operations
Cathay Pacific Cargo is resuming dedicated freighter operations to the Middle East, marking a strategic expansion of its air freight network in response to sustained demand for express logistics servi
CMA CGM Acquires FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B
CMA CGM, the world's third-largest container shipping line, is acquiring FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4 billion in a landmark deal that reshapes the competitive landscape of contract logistics and multim
IATA's Direct Air Waybill Overhaul Creates Risk for Forwarders
IATA has implemented sweeping changes to the Direct Air Waybill (DAWB) framework that fundamentally alter contractual relationships between airlines, shippers, and freight forwarders. The changes, whi
Radia & Blue Water Partner on WindRunner Oversized Cargo Aircraft
Radia has announced a strategic partnership with Blue Water Shipping to promote and deploy the WindRunner oversized cargo aircraft, a specialized heavy-lift transport solution designed for industry-si
Etihad Cargo Expands Digital Services With Five New Languages
Etihad Cargo has announced an expansion of its digital service capabilities by integrating five additional languages into its customer-facing platforms. This initiative reflects the carrier's strategy
Turkish Cargo Launches TK AUTO for Automotive Air Freight
Turkish Cargo has launched TK AUTO, a dedicated air cargo service designed specifically for the automotive industry. This specialized offering reflects growing demand for reliable, time-sensitive tran
Turkish Cargo Launches TK AUTO: New Dedicated Automotive Air Freight Service
Turkish Cargo has announced the launch of TK AUTO, a new specialized freight product tailored specifically for the automotive sector. This service offering represents the airline's strategic effort to
IATA and IATP Partner to Strengthen Airline Supply Chain Resilience
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Air Transport Practitioners (IATP) have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at bolstering the resilience of airline suppl
Etihad Cargo Enhances Digital Platform with New Languages
Etihad Cargo, the cargo division of the Abu Dhabi-based airline, has announced an expansion of its digital customer platform designed to improve accessibility and functionality for international shipp
GEODIS Tests Sustainable Paper Thermal Covers for Pharma Airfreight
GEODIS, a global logistics leader, is conducting pilot testing of sustainable paper-based thermal covers as an alternative to conventional packaging materials in pharmaceutical airfreight operations.
Gulf Carriers Rebuild Networks as Air Freight Rates Hold Firm
Global air cargo markets are entering a stabilization phase as Gulf-based carriers rapidly restore networks disrupted by US-Iran tensions, signaling a structural shift in capacity recovery. However, t
Mitsui-Soko Expands Air Freight Services for High-Value Cargo
Mitsui-Soko Holdings, a major Japanese logistics provider, is highlighting its air freight services designed specifically for high-value cargo operations. This service offering reflects growing demand
Antwerp-Bruges joins Pharma.Aero, expanding pharma air logistics
The Port of Antwerp-Bruges has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first seaport to join Pharma.Aero, an aviation industry network focused on improving pharmaceutical supply chain efficie