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May 05, 2026
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.
May 04, 2026
Air Cargo Rates Surge 30% Year-on-Year in April 2026
Air cargo rates surged over 30% year-on-year in April 2026 per Xeneta data. Capacity constraints and AI chip demand drive volatility across key tradelanes.
May 04, 2026
De Minimis Threshold Abolition: Impact on Cross-Border Freight
EU, UK, and US end de minimis duty exemptions. Over 4.6 billion parcels affected. Learn how the €3 EU interim duty, US $800 threshold removal, and UK changes impact freight.
May 04, 2026
Liège Airport cargo growth hits 16% in Q1 amid market volatility
Liège Airport handled 342,845 tonnes in Q1 2026, up 16% year-on-year. Export volumes rose 20% as Middle East conflict and fuel costs cloud the outlook.
Apr 14, 2026
FAA Approves Mammoth 777-200LR Freighter Conversion: New Capacity for Global Cargo Networks
Mammoth Freighters secures FAA approval for 777-200LRMF cargo conversion. First delivery to Qatar Airways Cargo. 231,000 lb payload, 4,800 nm range.
Apr 14, 2026
Oslo Airport cargo expansion: New logistics hub to boost Nordic seafood capacity by 2040
Oslo Airport plans new cargo hub by 2040 to boost seafood export capacity. Avinor’s expansion includes sustainable terminal, optimised runways, and dedicated logistics infrastructure.
Apr 13, 2026
Avianca Cargo and Amazon Air Cargo expand Latin America freight capacity with new Quito-Miami route
Avianca Cargo expands Amazon Air Cargo partnership with 5 weekly Quito-Miami flights. New Ecuador route strengthens Latin America-US freight capacity.
Apr 13, 2026
Air Cargo Rates Jump 21% Year-Over-Year as Tonnage Dips in Week 14
Air cargo rates rose 21% year-over-year to $3.10 despite week 14 tonnage falling 4%. Middle East conflict drives capacity constraints and pricing pressure.
Apr 10, 2026
AI Agents in Logistics: Cut Costs by 20% and Ship Smarter
AI agents cut logistics costs by 20%, reduce forecasting errors by 50% and deliver 25% faster response times. Real numbers, real ROI, real competitive edge.
Apr 10, 2026
Heathrow’s £204bn Trade Gateway: How UK’s Global Britain Strategy Opens New Freight Lanes
Heathrow to handle £204bn in trade by 2025 as UK pivots to non-EU markets. New freight lanes open for forwarders who quote fast and ship direct.