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Freight market report – December 2021

Supply chains have been struggling with congestion and disruption for close on two years and the new Omicron Covid variant is likely to unleash new challenges. With sustained demand for space and a lack of capacity on all major trade…

China freight market update

The critical Chinese port of Ningbo has returned to normal operation, while trucking operations in Shenzhen and Tianjin are now facing interruptions, due to COVID testing of drivers and Hong Kong air crew quarantines have slashed air cargo capacity. (more…)

Chinese ports reopen after Typhoon Chanthu

Already struggling to deal with delays and heavy congestion, container terminals in Shanghai and Ningbo, closed as Typhoon Chanthu made landfall in Zhejiang province on Monday, also forcing the closure of Shanghai’s two airports. Ningbo’s container terminals, which were closer…

Air market update; May

IATA is predicting a positive outlook for air cargo demand and believes it will continue to improve as bellyhold services pick up, but with freighter capacity “maxed out” and travel restrictions likely to remain in place, it is unlikely much…

Air cargo capacity shifts to meet rising demand

Air cargo carriers are responding to increased demand by shifting capacity to the most lucrative routes, especially from Asia to Europe and North America. Over the past week, air freight capacity from Asia Pacific to North America has grown by…

North America tightens air cargo security after European device scare

The discovery of incendiary devices in European parcel networks has prompted swift action from the US and Canadian governments to tighten air cargo security. In July, two incendiary devices were found at a Leipzig parcel hub, having originated from the…

Market Review: August

Shippers continue to navigate a mix of recovery and ongoing challenges across air, sea, and road freight, with varying degree of intensity around the globe. As we move through the third quarter, businesses must remain agile, with the potential for…

Airfreight market remains buoyant

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reports continued strong demand for air cargo, with global markets experiencing significant growth. June’s data highlights exceptional first-half performance, surpassing the volumes of both 2022 and the record-breaking 2021 levels. Market Trends In June,…