The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to October 2024 levels (+4.8% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 5.1% compared to October 2024 (+6.4% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 4.1% year-on-year in October, marking the eighth consecutive month … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand sets new record in October, up 4.1%, marking eight straight months of growth
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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
IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2026 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate close to 100 major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. The main changes to the 2026 manuals include: Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and Battery Shipping Regulations (BSR) Battery-related updates dominate the DGR and BSR for 2026. The number of lithium batteries transported as cargo by air has … [Read more...] about IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals
IATA: Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and a business of Marsh McLennan, launched a joint study, Reviving the Commercial Aircraft Supply Chain. The report addresses supply chain challenges in the aerospace industry and explores the root cause of these challenges, the impact on airlines, and initiatives to move the aviation industry forward. Challenges within the aerospace industry’s supply chain are … [Read more...] about IATA: Supply chain challenges could cost airlines more than $11 billion in 2025
IATA: July Air cargo up 5.5%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.5% compared to July 2024 levels (+6.0% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.9% compared to July 2024 (+4.5% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 5.5% in July, a strong result. Most major trade lanes reported growth, with … [Read more...] about IATA: July Air cargo up 5.5%
IATA: June air cargo demand up 0.8% despite trade disruptions
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 0.8% compared to June 2024 levels (1.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 1.7% compared to June 2024 (2.8% for international operations). “Overall, air cargo demand grew by a modest 0.8% year-on-year in June, but there are very differing … [Read more...] about IATA: June air cargo demand up 0.8% despite trade disruptions
