January 2025 air cargo growth slows to 2% YoY amid trade uncertainties and early Lunar New Year, with mixed regional rate trends.

Tariffs Add Uncertainty to Air Cargo Market

February 12, 2025
2025 began with lower-than-expected growth in global air cargo demand in January of just +2% year-on-year compared to the double-digit monthly increases throughout last year but fears of a trade war over tariffs impacting...
Swissport expands air cargo handling in Australia and New Zealand, opening new centers in Melbourne, Sydney, and Auckland by March 2025.

Swissport Boosts Cargo Capacity in Australia, NZ

February 11, 2025
Swissport International grows its air cargo handling business further in Australia, serving airline customers and freight forwarders in new air cargo centers in Melbourne and Sydney. A newly acquired facility in Auckland, New Zealand,...
Hellmann Logistics appoints Lee I'Ons as new Regional CEO for IMEA, succeeding Madhav Kurup, to drive growth and innovation in logistics.

Lee I’Ons Named New IMEA CEO at Hellmann Logistics

February 11, 2025
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is pleased to announce the appointment of Lee I'Ons as the new Regional CEO for the IMEA region and member of the International Executive Board, effective April 1, 2025.
Helvetia and Breeze partner to offer innovative, tech-driven cargo insurance solutions, enhancing global customer protection.

Helvetia and Breeze Partner for Cargo Insurance

February 10, 2025
Helvetia Global Solutions and Breeze have formed a partnership to provide customised insurance solutions to the global cargo market. This partnership combines Breeze's technology skills with Helvetia's international transport insurance knowledge to better protect...
Air cargo tonnage growth slows in January 2025 due to early Lunar New Year, with significant regional variations in rates and volumes.

Air Cargo Growth Slows in January

February 10, 2025
Worldwide air cargo recorded a 2% year-on-year (YoY) tonnage increase in January, significantly below last year's 11% average growth. The slowdown is attributed to tougher comparison figures, moderating e-commerce volumes, and an earlier-than-usual Lunar...
Ethiopian Airlines CEO Mesfin Tasew honored for leadership in connecting Africa through transport at Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2025.

Ethiopian Airlines CEO Honored for Leadership

February 10, 2025
Ethiopian Airlines' Group CEO, Mesfin Tasew, received the "Leadership in Connecting Africa through Transport Award" at the Africa Prosperity Champions Awards. The accolade was presented during the Presidential Gala Dinner at the Kempinski Gold...
Astral Aviation appoints Network Aviation Group and HIT Cargo Asia as GSAs to enhance global cargo operations and service delivery.

Astral Aviation Expands with New GSA Appointments

February 7, 2025
Astral Aviation Limited, a leading African cargo airline, is pleased to announce two strategic appointments that will enhance its global presence and service delivery.
Swedavia appoints Sofia Johansson as Umeå Airport Director, enhancing regional connectivity and supporting fossil-free aviation goals.

Swedavia Appoints New Director for Umeå Airport

February 7, 2025
Swedavia has selected Sofia Johansson for the position of airport director at Umeå Airport. Sofia most recently comes from the position of staff manager and purchasing manager at Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB, within Stockholm’s...
Hong Kong Air Cargo

Hong Kong Air Cargo Launches Flights to Prestwick

February 6, 2025
Hong Kong Air Cargo (HKAC) will begin operations at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) on 11th February 2025, making it the first Far East airline to serve the airport. Hong Kong Air Cargo’s first flight...
Oman Air Cargo extends its ULD management partnership with Jettainer for four more years, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.

Oman Air Cargo Extends Partnership with Jettainer

February 6, 2025
Oman Air Cargo has reaffirmed its successful cooperation with Jettainer, its Unit Load Device (ULD) management partner, on a long-term basis. The two companies have signed a contract extension for a further four years....