The DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index (DTI) has released its Q1 2026 results, providing an updated outlook on air trade sentiment and underlying market trends. Key highlights of Q1 2026 include: The Overall Air Trade Index remained stable in Q1 2026, signalling trade resilience and alignment with the indices’ recent performance. This stability underscores air traders’ continued confidence despite external uncertainties. Sentiment remains cautiously optimistic. Two-thirds of air … [Read more...] about DHL Hong Kong Air Trade Leading Index Q1 2026 signals cautious optimism for global air trade
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Turkish Airlines lays the foundations for a new investment initiative worth TRY 100 billion
Turkish Airlines has launched a comprehensive investment initiative that will strengthen Türkiye’s aviation infrastructure and further advance its competitive edge. As part of this strategic move, shaped in line with the national flag carrier's 2033 vision, groundbreaking ceremonies were held for eight new facilities with a total investment value exceeding TRY 100 billion (approximately $2.32 billion USD) at several locations, primarily Istanbul Airport, the home base of the flag carrier. The … [Read more...] about Turkish Airlines lays the foundations for a new investment initiative worth TRY 100 billion
Liege Airport posts record cargo growth in 2025, strengthens position among Europe’s leading freight hubs
Liege Airport had an excellent year in 2025, with freight volumes increasing by 14% compared to 2024, reaching 1,324,579 tons. This is the strongest growth among the 10 largest European cargo airports. The trend is also upwards for cargo aircraft movements, with the airport recording 28,822 movements in its core business (+6%). December confirmed the upward trend in volumes, with 119,742 tons passing through the airport (up 16% from 103,217 tons in December 2024). Cargo aircraft movements also … [Read more...] about Liege Airport posts record cargo growth in 2025, strengthens position among Europe’s leading freight hubs
Cainiao opens new U.S.–Mexico cross-border logistics lane; steps up logistics tech push in Japan and South Korea
Cainiao announced a new step forward in its global expansion with the rollout of an Americas G2G (global-to-global) cross-border logistics service and increased investment in logistics technology across Japan and South Korea. Cainiao has introduced an Americas G2G service designed to enable parcel flows between countries across the region. The first lane—U.S. to Mexico—covers the most active e-commerce markets in the U.S. West and reaches 99% of Mexico, targeting one of the region’s … [Read more...] about Cainiao opens new U.S.–Mexico cross-border logistics lane; steps up logistics tech push in Japan and South Korea
HAECO appoints Tom Owen as new Group Director Corporate Development
The HAECO Group announced the appointment of Mr. Tom Owen as Group Director Corporate Development, effective January 2026. Mr. Owen brings 30 years of aviation expertise and leadership experience, including sales, revenue management, logistics, and regional oversight, both in Hong Kong and abroad, notably with Cathay. He will be responsible for shaping HAECO’s strategic direction, leading information technology and digital transformation, while advancing the Group’s sustainability commitments. … [Read more...] about HAECO appoints Tom Owen as new Group Director Corporate Development
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
