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(13 articles)Three Airlines Launch Joint Cargo Business to Expand Capacity
Three major airlines are moving toward operationalizing a joint cargo venture, representing a significant strategic consolidation in the air freight industry. This partnership approach reflects airlin
Air Cargo Demand Splits Across Verticals, Market Divergence
Air cargo markets are experiencing differentiated demand trajectories across major verticals, signaling a shift away from uniform capacity pressures toward sector-specific dynamics. This divergence re
Global Air Cargo Volumes Jump 5% in August 2026
Global air cargo tonnages increased by 5% in August 2026, reflecting sustained momentum in international trade flows and logistics demand. This growth indicates that air freight markets remain resilie
Air Cargo Growth Demonstrates Critical Role of Freight Forwarders
Air cargo markets are experiencing unexpected growth despite macroeconomic headwinds and increased capacity competition. This expansion underscores the essential role that specialized freight forwarde
Global Air Cargo Demand Rises 3.9% in July 2026
Global air cargo demand experienced a 3.9% year-over-year increase in July 2026, according to the latest IATA report, signaling continued recovery in the aviation freight sector. This steady growth tr
UPS Invests $2B in Air Hubs as Amazon Exits Logistics
UPS is making a major strategic investment of $2 billion to expand its air hub infrastructure and deepen its healthcare logistics capabilities, capitalizing on a shifting competitive landscape as Amaz
Air Cargo Crisis Drives Rate Surge, Forwarders Seek New Routes
A significant air cargo capacity crisis is reshaping freight forwarding strategies globally, with rates surging as available lift remains constrained. Forwarders are actively pivoting to alternative r
Expeditors Q2 Beat Masks Analyst Divide on Air Freight Sustainability
Expeditors International delivered a record second-quarter performance with adjusted EPS of $2.03, driven by strong airfreight volumes. However, the real story lies in the stark disagreement among equ
KLN Launches Europe-Middle East RFS as Air Cargo Capacity Recovers
KLN has launched a new Regular Freight Service (RFS) connecting Europe and the Middle East, marking a strategic expansion of its air cargo network during a period of gradual capacity recovery. This de
Air Freight Market Projected to Reach $126.55B by 2031
The global air freight forwarding market is poised for substantial expansion, with projections indicating a valuation of USD 126.55 billion by 2031. This growth trajectory reflects structural shifts i
Air Cargo Rates Fall Despite Rising Fuel and Middle East Tension
Global air freight rates are contracting despite structural headwinds that typically support price increases. The Freightos Air Index shows rates retreating to approximately $2.82 per kilogram from Ma
37th State of Logistics Report Examines Air Cargo Trends
The 37th annual State of Logistics report from Logistics Management provides a comprehensive assessment of air cargo market conditions, capacity utilization, and industry trends. This benchmarking stu
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