Tariffs

China-Europe air cargo rates expected to rise despite unexpected dip

Airfreight rates on services from China to Europe are expected to pick up during the summer and beat last year’s…

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Cargo demand in November a “big disappointment”, says IATA

The air cargo industry failed to register an increase in demand in November for the first time since March 2016…

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Transpacific airfreight rates drop off in December

Airfreight rates on the transpacific trade lane took a tumble at the end of the year as reports suggest the…

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Tariff war takes its toll in November as air cargo volumes decline

Air cargo volumes for November bucked normal seasonal trends and declined compared with October levels. The latest figures from analyst…

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US retailers relieved as US delays $200bn China tariff increase

US retailers have welcomed news that the US has decided to hold off on implementing tariffs on $200bn worth of…

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Tariffs yet to hit Asian air cargo but concerns remain

Airlines recorded “firm” growth in cargo volumes in August with no signs that the imposition of tariffs is having an…

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US shippers hit out at latest round of US tariffs

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has criticised the latest round of US tariffs on Chinese products, saying that American families…

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US announces tariffs on Chinese goods worth $200bn

The US has announced it will introduce 10% tariffs on an extra $200bn worth of Chinese goods, with Beijing promising…

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Transpac airfreight rates hit a 2018 high as NCA lays up its fleet and ahead of tariffs

Airfreight rates on the transpacific trade lane reached their highest point of the year so far as Nippon Cargo Airlines…

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Air cargo braces for the impact of trade tariffs

The introduction of trade tariffs is set to hit the air cargo industry, despite the possibility of an initial boost….

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