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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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The Strait of Hormuz Remains the World’s Biggest Freight Risk

Jun 09, 2026

The Strait of Hormuz Remains the World’s Biggest Freight Risk

Middle East conflict drove Brent crude up 25%, jet fuel up 58%, and added 15 days to Asia-Europe routes. Key supply chain risks for freight operators explained.

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Why European Cargo’s Collapse Matters for Freight Forwarders

Jun 05, 2026

Why European Cargo’s Collapse Matters for Freight Forwarders

European Cargo entered administration on 3 June 2026. All A340-600 flights stopped 19 May. $26M net loss in 2024. What it means for UK freight capacity.

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Swissport Opens Shanghai Pudong Cargo Terminal in 2026

Jun 04, 2026

Swissport Opens Shanghai Pudong Cargo Terminal in 2026

Swissport opens its largest global cargo terminal at Shanghai Pudong Airport on 3 June 2026 — AI-powered, 222,000 sqm, USD 215 million investment.

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FIATA Challenges IATA’s Direct Air Waybill Changes Over Forwarder Liability Risks

Jun 04, 2026

FIATA Challenges IATA’s Direct Air Waybill Changes Over Forwarder Liability Risks

FIATA challenges IATA’s Direct Air Waybill changes due on 1 July 2026, citing expanded forwarder liability and an accelerated consultation process.

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Glasgow Prestwick Airport Launches Direct Shanghai Cargo Route

Jun 01, 2026

Glasgow Prestwick Airport Launches Direct Shanghai Cargo Route

Glasgow Prestwick Airport launches a direct Shanghai cargo route via Air China Cargo, adding to 15 weekly China services and boosting UK e-commerce and salmon exports.

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Cathay Pacific Orders 14 Boeing 777-9s in HK$100 Billion Expansion

May 27, 2026

Cathay Pacific Orders 14 Boeing 777-9s in HK$100 Billion Expansion

Cathay Pacific orders 14 Boeing 777-9s as part of HK$100 billion expansion. H1 2025 profit up 1.1% to HK$3.7 billion, but yields fall 12% and shares drop 10%.

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