The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a report showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty. Two key report findings are that: Air cargo enabled the frontloading of $157 billion US imports in the first quarter of 2025. Air cargo transported more than two-thirds of global AI-related goods in 2025. These activities supported global trade growth of 2.4% in 2025—well … [Read more...] about Air cargo enabled $157 billion in frontloaded trade and supported AI growth in 2025
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IATA highlights three priorities for air cargo
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry: Accelerating digitalization Strengthening global standards Enhancing safety and security “Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes more complex. With so many external events impacting global supply chains—including the tariff and geopolitical shocks—it is … [Read more...] about IATA highlights three priorities for air cargo
IATA: Air cargo demand up 5.6% in January 2026
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.6% compared to January 2025 levels (+7.2% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.6% compared to January 2025 (+5.7% for international operations). “The demand for air cargo had a robust start to 2026, recording 5.6% year-on-year growth … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 5.6% in January 2026
Asia Pacific airlines post 5.9% cargo growth in January 2026 amid firm regional demand
Preliminary January 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed continued growth in both international air passenger and air cargo markets, supported by the steady expansion in global economic activity. The region’s airlines carried a total of 35.5 million international passengers in January, representing a 3.6% increase compared with the same month last year, when volumes were boosted by the Lunar New Year festive period, which fell in late January … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines post 5.9% cargo growth in January 2026 amid firm regional demand
HAFFA welcomes 2026–27 Budget measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s logistics and intermodal connectivity
The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding and Logistics (HAFFA) has welcomed the measures outlined by the Financial Secretary, Mr. Paul Chan, in the 2026-27 Budget and believes that the comprehensive and swift implementation of these measures will help promote the sustainable development of Hong Kong's freight logistics industry, and further consolidate Hong Kong’s strategic position as an international logistics hub. The Association believes that measures proposed in the budget will … [Read more...] about HAFFA welcomes 2026–27 Budget measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s logistics and intermodal connectivity
NeX eCommerce launches NeX Academy to bridge the global logistics talent gap
NeX, the cross-border eCommerce logistics network powered by Neutral Air Partner (NAP) and ATEM Group, announced the official launch of NeX Academy. This specialised digital learning hub is designed to equip logistics companies, freight forwarders, and supply chain professionals with the practical, high-level expertise required to navigate the volatile $5 trillion global eCommerce market. At a time when traditional logistics models are being disrupted by digital-first marketplaces and shifting … [Read more...] about NeX eCommerce launches NeX Academy to bridge the global logistics talent gap
