The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), rose 6.9 percent in January 2017 compared to the year earlier period. While this was down from the 10 percent annual growth recorded in December 2016 it still was well above the average annual growth rate of 3.0 percent over the past five years. Growth in freight capacity, measured in available freight tonne kilometers … [Read more...] about Air cargo off to a solid start in 2017
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Cross-border e-commerce is one of the fastest growth opportunities in retail, according to DHL report
DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, has published research highlighting the significant growth opportunity for retailers and manufacturers with an international online product offering. The report – The 21st Century Spice Trade: A Guide to the Cross-Border E-Commerce Opportunity – looks in detail at the markets and products that offer the highest growth potential, the motivations and preferences of customers making international online purchases and the … [Read more...] about Cross-border e-commerce is one of the fastest growth opportunities in retail, according to DHL report
