The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 11.2% compared to February 2025 levels (+11.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 8.5% compared to February 2025 (+9.8% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 11.2% in February. Even considering the boost that February … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 11.2% in February 2026
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Asia Pacific airlines report strong February cargo and passenger growth amid rising geopolitical risks
February 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed robust growth in international air passenger demand, supported by increased leisure travel during the Lunar New Year festive period. International air cargo demand also recorded solid growth, despite the traditional factory closures associated with the festive season, with volumes underpinned by continued strength in e-commerce and demand for intermediate goods. In February, the region’s carriers … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines report strong February cargo and passenger growth amid rising geopolitical risks
IATA launches DG Digital to fully digitalise dangerous goods declarations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA’s digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalises the creation and approval of shippers’ declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction in rejected shipments. Today, 95% of Dangerous Goods Declarations are still … [Read more...] about IATA launches DG Digital to fully digitalise dangerous goods declarations
Air cargo enabled $157 billion in frontloaded trade and supported AI growth in 2025
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
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
