Airfreight Rates Show Summer Slowdown, But Stronger Demand Looms Ahead Airfreight rates out of Hong Kong showed a quiet summer period in August, with rates to North America slightly rising to $5.29 per kg while rates to Europe saw a slight dip to $4.26 per kg. This is down year-on-year due to weaker demand and […]
Silk Way West’s Strategic Fleet Renewal: A Green Future for Air Cargo In a bold move towards sustainability, Silk Way West has taken delivery of its third Boeing 777 freighter, a key part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. As part of a five-plane order, this delivery marks a significant step in the airline’s efforts […]
Opportunities for Air Cargo Amid a Tough Outlook Despite the challenges facing air cargo—such as shifting trade policies and rising tariffs—industry experts are optimistic about opportunities. Neel Jones Shah of The Boston Consulting Group believes that while the peak season volumes may dip due to new tariffs and the ending of the de minimis exemption, […]
Riyadh Air partners with SATS for cargo handling Riyadh Air has tapped SATS Saudi Arabia to handle cargo operations across its growing network, starting with King Khalid International (RUH), King Fahd International (DMM), and King Abdulaziz International (JED) airports. The five-year agreement includes a comprehensive approach, with SATS providing cutting-edge cargo handling capabilities, including specialized […]
The end of the de minimis exemption is more than a shipping headache—it’s a structural shock to global logistics. Postal carriers across Europe and Asia are not just pausing U.S. deliveries—they’re scrambling to rebuild customs data flows and compliance software overnight. Small sellers, long reliant on duty-free postal shipping, now face decisions: warehouse locally, absorb […]
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