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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.
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.
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.
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.
May 25, 2026
Forwarders Gain New Westbound Europe–Asia Routing Option via Seattle
Alaska Airlines launched daily London-Seattle cargo service 21 May 2026, connecting UK shippers to 100+ Pacific destinations. Plans a dozen European routes by 2030.
May 22, 2026
Direct-to-Consumer Model Reshapes Freight and Fulfilment Demand
DTC brands now account for 1 in 7 e-commerce dollars, creating new freight demands. Customer acquisition costs jumped from $5 to $50, making logistics efficiency critical.
May 21, 2026
Swissport African Expansion: Morocco and Cabo Verde Acquisitions
Swissport expands African operations with Morocco cargo handler Swiftair Maroc and Cabo Verde’s CV Handling acquisitions, gaining access to key freight gateways.
May 20, 2026
UK-EU Trade Reset: Lancaster House Deal Opens Path for Freight
The May 2025 UK-EU reset deal promises 20% growth in food exports, but UK goods trade remains 13% below pre-Brexit levels. What forwarders need to know.
May 20, 2026
Strait of Hormuz Crisis: How Global Supply Chains Are Shifting
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz in March 2026, cutting 95% of vessel traffic. The World Bank committed $3.3 billion to develop the Middle Corridor as an alternative route.
May 18, 2026
The Global Supply Chain Is No Longer Built for Efficiency Alone
Supply chain stress matches pandemic levels as Red Sea diversions add 3,500 miles, 14-21 days transit, and 200-400% insurance hikes. Maersk faces $500M monthly costs.
