Every freight forwarder is tasked with transforming the complex procurement of buy rates into profitable and competitive end-to-end sell rates at speed. Even the largest global forwarders, with operations and sizable teams in markets worldwide, rely on maintaining the best possible visibility of their cost components to win shipments. In modern forwarding today, the technological setup for teams has become an important competitive asset in the market – an extensive rate procurement and … [Read more...] about New generation airline connectivity and procurement tooling gives forwarders a competitive edge
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Driving e-commerce growth: KLN’s digital pathway in Asia
KLN Logistics Group Limited is at the forefront of Asia’s rapidly evolving e-commerce logistics revolution, where speed, precision, and digital integration are no longer optional but essential to success. Asia’s e-commerce market revenue is projected to reach approximately US$1.53 trillion in 2025, growing annually at around 7.7%, making it the global epicentre of e-commerce growth. Concurrently, Asia-Pacific air cargo demand, driven strongly by e-commerce volumes, grew by roughly 11% … [Read more...] about Driving e-commerce growth: KLN’s digital pathway in Asia
Clark International Airport Corporation stakes its claim as a regional logistics hub
The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) is making strategic moves to position the Clark Civil Aviation Complex (CAC) as the Philippines’ next major cargo and logistics hub. Backed by a sweeping redevelopment of the 2,367-hectare estate, CIAC is accelerating infrastructure, estate management, and policy reform efforts to meet surging regional demand. “CIAC has re-strategised and refocused on estate management and airport infrastructure development to support CRK and transform … [Read more...] about Clark International Airport Corporation stakes its claim as a regional logistics hub
Standardising air cargo quality through data and collaboration with Cargo iQ
Air cargo hubs operate in a fast-paced, complex environment where quality management is crucial—but not always straightforward. In this Q&A, Marie Seco-Köppen, Executive Director of Cargo iQ, explains how the coalition of air cargo stakeholders is working to bring consistency to how quality is measured across hubs, gateways, and regional airports. While specific examples are often confidential, the approach is clear: rely on consistent performance metrics and embrace digital tools, and … [Read more...] about Standardising air cargo quality through data and collaboration with Cargo iQ
Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents
Optimism was the prevailing tone as Asia Pacific's airline leaders convened in Bangkok from 14–15 November 2025 for the 69th Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents. And the confidence is well-founded: the region handles 35% of global air traffic, boasts the world’s fastest cargo growth, and is poised to dominate aviation’s future. Against this backdrop, airline executives outlined strategies to ensure that infrastructure, workforce development, and sustainability … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents
HKIA accelerates cargo growth through innovation and expansion
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) reaffirms its position as a leading global cargo hub with a combination of infrastructure expansion, digital innovation, and a long-term vision aligned with evolving regional trade dynamics. In the first half of 2025, HKIA recorded a 1.9% year-on-year increase in cargo volume to 2.4 million tonnes, contributing to a 7.8% growth in throughput over the past 12 months, reaching 4.98 million tonnes. This builds on a strong performance in 2024, during which HKIA … [Read more...] about HKIA accelerates cargo growth through innovation and expansion
