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
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Silk Way West Airlines signs digital partnership agreement with CargoAi at Air Cargo China 2026
Silk Way West Airlines, the leading cargo airline in the Caspian and Central Asian region, has signed a digital partnership agreement with CargoAi during Air Cargo China 2026 in Shanghai, marking another important step in the airline’s ongoing digital transformation. The agreement was signed by Wolfgang Meier, President of Silk Way West Airlines, and Matthieu Petot, Founder and CEO of CargoAi, reflecting both companies’ shared ambition to accelerate digital transformation and improve … [Read more...] about Silk Way West Airlines signs digital partnership agreement with CargoAi at Air Cargo China 2026
Etihad Cargo launches the Excellence Hub, the air cargo industry’s first airline-led training community
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, announces the launch of the Excellence Hub, the air cargo industry’s first logistics training academy by an airline. The Etihad Cargo Excellence Hub has been established to ensure consistent operational, safety, and compliance standards across Etihad Cargo’s global partner network. Through standardised knowledge deployment, the platform protects service quality at every touchpoint, strengthens risk management, and ensures … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo launches the Excellence Hub, the air cargo industry’s first airline-led training community
transport logistic Shanghai 2026 hits historic highs with expanded multimodal solutions
As supply chains across Asia and the globe continue to realign, transport logistic Shanghai 2026 took centre stage to champion the industry's shift toward resilience, security, and multi-layered network collaboration. Bringing together key regional and international logistics players, transport logistic & air cargo Shanghai 2026 concluded to resounding success on June 24 to 26 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). As Asia’s premier trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT, … [Read more...] about transport logistic Shanghai 2026 hits historic highs with expanded multimodal solutions
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
FedEx simplifies U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission e-filing for APAC businesses as new requirements take effect
Federal Express Corporation, one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, is strengthening its support for Asia Pacific businesses as they prepare for the upcoming mandatory U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) e-filing requirements, set to take effect on July 8, 2026. The new requirement mandates all U.S. importers of CPSC-regulated products to e-file the data elements needed for clearance at the time of entry into the United States. This is aimed at improving safety … [Read more...] about FedEx simplifies U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission e-filing for APAC businesses as new requirements take effect
