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Airbus to close A300-600ST Beluga airline
Airbus has confirmed that it will close its relatively young Airbus Beluga Transport operation, which was intended to cater to demand for outsize cargo carriage
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Chapman Freeborn diversifies to thrive
Chapman Freeborn has achieved a steady footing in the air cargo market by diversifying its business with e-commerce and now aims to expand its niche products
Swissport UK targets growth with capacity expansion
Swissport UK & Ireland has set its sights on further growth as it continues to add capacity at key cargo hubs in the region
Asia–Europe trade lane strong but complex
The Asia–Europe trade lane performed well in 2024, but 2025 will partly depend on economic conditions in both regions that are difficult to map out precisely
Stakeholder engagement priority for Heathrow
Heathrow Airport’s focus on stakeholder engagement is proving crucial for its cargo redevelopment and role in a digitalisation project for truck handling operations
Putzger perspective: Is the air cargo party coming to an end?
There are mixed opinions on how air cargo demand will pan out this year, with doubts over the longevity of e-commerce growth and sea-air modal shift
How robust airfreight services can help drive business growth
Efficient and flexible logistics solutions are key to growth as air cargo business in Asia Pacific continues to grow ahead of other regions worldwide
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Post-peak air cargo decline not as strong as feared
The post-peak season drop-off in air cargo demand out of Asia Pacific is not as strong as some had feared, according to data provider WorldACD
Bumper year for cargo at Changi and Hong Kong
Hong Kong and Changi airports both reported a strong rebound in cargo volumes last year as they continued to benefit from returning passenger flights
Rates remain high despite recent dip
Airfreight rates remain far above the year-ago level despite a seasonal dip in pricing following the peak Christmas period
Supply chains brace as Trump reiterates China tariff plan and takes aim at the EU
Supply chains should start preparing for a ramp-up in US tariffs after US president Donald Trump reiterated his previous plans and also took aim at the EU
CN Logistics launches Ezhou-Milan charter flights
CN Logistics has launched regular international charter flights between Ezhou Airport in China and Milan Malpensa International Airport in Italy
Shipping lines unlikely to make a quick return to Suez Canal
There is unlikely to be a quick shift from airfreight to ocean following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire that aims to end a prolonged period of Red Sea conflict
SGL predicts a bumpy year for air cargo
The airfreight market is facing a bumpy ride in 2025 as geopolitical developments are set to take their toll but e-commerce and lower inflation are likely to support growth