Preliminary financial performance figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed that Asia Pacific airlines achieved US$12.1 billion in combined net profits in 2025, driven by firm passenger and cargo demand, while lower fuel prices helped offset cost pressures arising from ongoing supply chain disruptions. For the year, Asia Pacific airlines recorded US$223.7 billion in aggregated operating revenue, a 4.3% increase from US$214.5 billion in 2024. Passenger revenue … [Read more...] about AAPA: Asia Pacific airlines’ financial performance strengthened in 2025
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NAP Pharma: Neutral Air Partner launches NAP Pharma vertical network
Neutral Air Partner (NAP) has launched NAP Pharma, a specialist community for qualified freight forwarders and air cargo partners active in pharmaceutical, healthcare and life sciences logistics. The new vertical was officially introduced at NAP’s 10th AGM, OPENAP10, in Marrakech. It brings together pharma-certified SME forwarders, cold chain specialists, packaging providers, technology companies, compliance experts and life sciences logistics professionals within the NAP ecosystem. NAP … [Read more...] about NAP Pharma: Neutral Air Partner launches NAP Pharma vertical network
IATA: Air cargo demand up 6.0% in May
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 6.0% compared to May 2025 levels (6.5% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 1.9% compared to May 2025 (2.8% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 6% year-on-year in May, with Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 6.0% in May
AAPA: Asia Pacific airlines report steady cargo growth in May as passenger demand moderates
Preliminary May 2026 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed a moderation in international passenger traffic growth. Meanwhile, international air cargo markets continued to expand, supported by stockpiling activity as businesses sought to safeguard against potential supply disruptions and higher costs arising from the conflict in the Middle East. In May, the region's carriers carried a combined total of 31.7 million international passengers, a … [Read more...] about AAPA: Asia Pacific airlines report steady cargo growth in May as passenger demand moderates
TIACA to hold second Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi, November 9-11, 2027
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is pleased to announce that the Air Cargo Forum (ACF) will return to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, November 9-11, 2027, for the second edition of the event in the Middle East. The forum will once again take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a permanent global hub for the air cargo industry. Building on the success of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Air Cargo Forum, TIACA continues its commitment to supporting the … [Read more...] about TIACA to hold second Air Cargo Forum in Abu Dhabi, November 9-11, 2027
TIACA announces Singapore as host city for Executive Summit 2027
The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is pleased to announce that its Executive Summit 2027 will take place in Singapore from June 21-23, 2027, bringing together senior executives, innovators, and decision-makers from across the global air cargo supply chain for three days of strategic discussions, industry insights, and high-level networking. Building on the success of Executive Summit 2026 in Warsaw, Poland, which attracted more than 320 attendees from across the industry, TIACA … [Read more...] about TIACA announces Singapore as host city for Executive Summit 2027
