News
AerCap delivers first converted 777 freighters to Kalitta Air
Aircraft lessor AerCap has delivered the first two Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger-to-freighter conversions to launch operator Kalitta Air
- Previous
- Next
Air Partner tackles industry diversity
Charter broker Air Partner has set up an academy to attract younger people to the airfreight industry, while also expanding its presence around the globe
TAM remains resilient with diversification
TAM Group’s core business in Southeast Asia has put it in a strong position with the further shift of supply chains from China to the region
Top 25 cargo carriers: Major gains in 2024
2024 proved to be an outstanding year for air cargo volumes as the industry benefited from disruption to ocean shipping and an e-commerce boom
Forwarders gain from vertical specialisation and customs services
Forwarders that embrace agility, specialise in specific verticals, and offer value-added services proved a winning combination during the first half of 2025
Opportunities exist for air cargo despite tough outlook
Air cargo faces a tough end to the year as a result of shifting trade and tariff policies, but there are still plenty of opportunities for companies
Putzger Perspective: US air cargo supply chains adjust
Washington has implemented duties on several key air cargo segments and has more verticals in its crosshairs
- Previous
- Next
US tariffs on India take their toll on air cargo demand
Air cargo volumes between India and the US have fallen following Washington’s tariff increases, with consecutive weekly declines of 12% and 14%
European airports' cargo volumes decline in July
Europe's airports recorded a 1.5% year-on-year decline in cargo volumes during July, despite the continent's largest freight hub Frankfurt Airport posting a 4.6% increase
Chinese airfreight market faces structural change
The Chinese airfreight market is shifting away from the US in favour of Europe as a result of Washington’s imposition of new trade and tariff policies
FedEx launches first dedicated flight to Saudi Arabia
Federal Express (FedEx) has launched its first dedicated flight into Saudi Arabia, connecting the country with the US and Europe
Putzger Perspective: US air cargo supply chains adjust
Washington has implemented duties on several key air cargo segments and has more verticals in its crosshairs
New courier terminals in Mexico for express handler time:matters
German logistics company time:matters is expanding its international network with the opening of two courier terminals in Mexico
Atlas Air to operate 777F for Etihad Cargo
Atlas Air has entered a new long-term partnership with Etihad Cargo to provide dedicated capacity with a 777 freighter
AerCap delivers first converted 777 freighters to Kalitta Air
Aircraft lessor AerCap has delivered the first two Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger-to-freighter conversions to launch operator Kalitta Air
Cathay Cargo first to use Hong Kong-GBA Fresh Lane
Cathay Cargo has become the first airline to deploy the new Air-Land Fresh Lane system, enabling improved temperature-controlled transport of perishables
7Air adds Antigua and Costa Rica freighter services
The recently-certified US carrier has added two new destinations to its growing network as it continues fleet expansion with a fourth aircraft due by year-end
Airbus A350F assembly advances with rear fuselage delivery
Airbus has reached a significant production milestone for its A350 freighter programme with the delivery of the complete fuselage to the final assembly line
BIFA updates Standard Trading Conditions for volatile trade environment
UK forwarder association BIFA has released updated Standard Trading Conditions for 2025, reflecting increased customs activities and heightened commercial risks
Mode Logistics quadruples Melbourne Airport perishables capacity
Food logistics specialist Seafrigo has significantly expanded its Australian operations with a new 10,000 sq m warehouse at Melbourne Airport
Cargo-partner secures UK airfreight capacity to 12 global destinations
Freight forwarder cargo-partner has expanded its UK airfreight services, securing capacity on weekly flights to 12 destinations across Asia, North America and Africa
Scan Global looks to cut costs as it predicts highly volatile market
Scan Global Logistics (SGL) is expecting a ”highly volatile” end to the year, driven by global trade unpredictability, and will look to cut costs in response
European airports' cargo volumes decline in July
Europe's airports recorded a 1.5% year-on-year decline in cargo volumes during July, despite the continent's largest freight hub Frankfurt Airport posting a 4.6% increase
Liège Airport reports double-digit cargo growth this summer
Europe’s fifth-largest cargo airport has processed 847,551 tons in the first eight months of 2025, marking a 13% year-on-year increase
SolitAir adds Hong Kong cargo flights with Hactl providing handling
Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Ltd (Hactl) has secured SolitAir as its newest customer, supporting the Dubai-based carrier’s expansion into Hong Kong with Boeing 737-800BCF operations.