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THIS WEEKS INSIGHTS
Air Freight Rates 2026: H1 Defied Forecasts | H2 Outlook

Aug 04, 2026

Air Freight Rates 2026: H1 Defied Forecasts | H2 Outlook

Air freight rates rose 15% in H1 2026, defying forecasts. Dubai attack, AI demand and EU rule changes shape H2 outlook for freight forwarders.

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Air Cargo Demand Up 8.5% YoY in June 2026 | IATA Data

Aug 03, 2026

Air Cargo Demand Up 8.5% YoY in June 2026 | IATA Data

IATA data shows global air cargo demand up 8.5% year-on-year in June 2026. North America led at 13.1%. Asia-North America surged 14.7%. Full breakdown inside.

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Free vs Paid Freight Platforms: 2026 SMB Forwarder Guide

Jul 27, 2026

Free vs Paid Freight Platforms: 2026 SMB Forwarder Guide

Free vs paid freight platform: SMB forwarders need low-risk access, not enterprise contracts. What pricing models mean for your business.

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Air Freight Miami to Santiago: MIA to SCL Shipping Guide

Jul 24, 2026

Air Freight Miami to Santiago: MIA to SCL Shipping Guide

Air freight Miami to Santiago: transit times, service types, customs tips and free online booking for MIA to SCL cargo via Cargo Solutions Network.

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PAST INSIGHTS
Lufthansa Cargo Launches GlobeCross for Cross-Border Logistics

May 08, 2026

Lufthansa Cargo Launches GlobeCross for Cross-Border Logistics

Lufthansa Cargo launched GlobeCross on 6 May 2026, merging heyworld and CB Customs Broker to combine digital eCommerce logistics with 20+ years of customs expertise.

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New Section 232 Rules Increase Duty Exposure for Steel, Aluminium and Copper Imports

May 07, 2026

New Section 232 Rules Increase Duty Exposure for Steel, Aluminium and Copper Imports

Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminium and copper changed 6 April 2026. Duties now apply to full product value. Rates range from 10% to 50% based on origin.

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United Airlines Cargo Market Disruption Surcharge May 2026

May 07, 2026

United Airlines Cargo Market Disruption Surcharge May 2026

United Airlines adds market disruption surcharge from 1 May 2026 as jet fuel prices double. USD 0.25/kg fee for Americas shipments. Revenue falls 1.6% in Q1.

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Expeditors Q1 2026 Earnings Beat Estimates on Airfreight Strength

May 06, 2026

Expeditors Q1 2026 Earnings Beat Estimates on Airfreight Strength

Expeditors Q1 2026 earnings hit $1.71 per share, beating estimates by 29% on airfreight strength. Revenue grew 4% to $2.8bn despite ocean freight headwinds.

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GEODIS Expands Pharma Cold Chain with Chicago and Manchester Hubs

May 06, 2026

GEODIS Expands Pharma Cold Chain with Chicago and Manchester Hubs

GEODIS opens two new pharma cold chain facilities near Chicago O’Hare and Manchester Airport with GDP compliance, CEIV certification, and multi-temperature zones.

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LATAM Cargo Launches Miami-Caracas Route with 100 Tonnes Weekly

May 05, 2026

LATAM Cargo Launches Miami-Caracas Route with 100 Tonnes Weekly

LATAM Cargo launches Miami-Caracas service with 100 tonnes weekly capacity. Global air cargo rates hit $2.98/kg as fuel costs double since Iran conflict began.

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