The US decision to introduce a temporary 10% global tariff will create uncertainty and disrupt supply chains, the Airforwarders Association said, warning of operational and investment risks for air cargo and logistics providers. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that struck down the previous tariff regime. The group urged the Trump administration and Congress to adopt stable, transparent trade policies and clearer guidance. The tariff will apply for 150 days under Secti

The international air cargo forwarding ranking for Japan in February 2026 has been disclosed. Nippon Express (NX) retained the top position with 17,129 tons, up 4.6% compared to the same month last year. Kintetsu World Express (KWE) ranked second with 11,001 tons, up 1.7%, followed by Yusen Logistics in third with 8,438 tons, down 6.4%. Nishi-Nippon Railroad (NNR) placed fourth with 3,484 tons, down 3.5%, while Hankyu Hanshin Express came fifth with 3,093 tons, up 4.0%.

Escalating tensions in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global shipping routes. Major container lines including Evergreen, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, and Maersk have suspended bookings or rerouted cargo to several Gulf ports due to safety concerns. MSC has diverted vessels to nearby safe ports, while others have halted transits through the strait. These disruptions could push more cargo toward airfreight, though airlines are also facing chall

The trend in shipping rates shows an increase for the West Coast of North America (+2.5%), the East Coast of North America (+1.5%), and Korea (+0.4%) compared to the previous week. Conversely, rates have decreased for Europe (-1.3%).

The escalating conflict between the U.S./Israel and Iran has paralyzed both air and sea logistics. Major hub airport closures have slashed global air cargo capacity by 18%, while the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has forced major shipping lines to suspend operations. Compounded by rising oil prices and additional U.S. tariffs, global supply chain disruption is inevitable. Companies must urgently secure alternative routes and revise their inventory strategies.

According to a new review by the Chaddick Institute at DePaul University, UPS’s hub at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) has overtaken FedEx’s long-standing superhub at Memphis International Airport (MEM) to become the world’s largest express air cargo hub. The study found that United Parcel Service now operates more daily flights and offers greater tonnage and volume capacity than FedEx. The shift reflects changing cargo demand, reduced daytime flying at Me

The international air cargo forwarding ranking for Japan in January 2026 has been disclosed. Nippon Express (NX) topped the ranking with 16,880 tons, up 26.8% compared to the same month last year. Kintetsu World Express (KWE) followed in second place with 11,347 tons, up 26.1%, while Yusen Logistics ranked third with 8,657 tons, down 2.5%. Nishi-Nippon Railroad (NNR) placed fourth with 3,610 tons, up 26.1%, and Hankyu Hanshin Express came fifth with 3,146 tons, showing a stro

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Air cargo reliability weakened last year, with CargoAi reporting an overall Delivery As Promised (DAP) score of 62.7% amid tariff changes, network realignments and peak-season congestion. Route rankings reveal strong regional contrasts. East Asian short-haul corridors topped the list, led by Taipei (TPE)–Incheon (ICN) at 96%, Incheon (ICN)–Narita (NRT) at 94% and Narita (NRT)–Incheon (ICN) at 93%. In contrast, Asia–Europe routes ranked lowest, including Chengdu (CTU)–Frankfur

The trend in shipping rates shows an increase for Korea (+5.8%) compared to the previous week. Conversely, rates have decreased for Europe (-2.5%), the West Coast of North America (-4.8%), and the East Coast of North America (-3.0%).

Air cargo reliability weakened last year, with CargoAi reporting an overall Delivery As Promised (DAP) score of 62.7% amid tariff changes, network realignments and peak-season congestion. Route rankings reveal strong regional contrasts. East Asian short-haul corridors topped the list, led by Taipei (TPE)–Incheon (ICN) at 96%, Incheon (ICN)–Narita (NRT) at 94% and Narita (NRT)–Incheon (ICN) at 93%. In contrast, Asia–Europe routes ranked lowest, including Chengdu (CTU)–Frankfur

Global air cargo volumes opened 2026 on a positive note, rising 5% year on year in the first full week of January, according to WorldACD. The rebound followed a sharp 26% week-on-week jump, reversing late-December declines. Growth was led by the Middle East and South Asia, up 16%, with Asia Pacific and North America also posting solid gains. However, analysts caution that comparisons are flattered by a slow start to 2025 and warn that the gradual return of container shipping

The international air cargo forwarding ranking for Japan in December 2025 has been disclosed. Nippon Express (NX) led the ranking with 18,071 tons, down slightly by 0.8% compared to the same month last year. Kintetsu World Express (KWE) ranked second with 11,956 tons, up 7.7%, followed by Yusen Logistics in third with 10,022 tons, an increase of 5.1%. Nishi-Nippon Railroad (NNR) placed fourth with 3,643 tons, up 3.4%, while Hankyu Hanshin Express came fifth with 2,945 tons, d

Nippon Cargo Airlines (NCA/KZ) and Mexican carrier mas (MAA/ M7) have launched a new partnership to expand cargo connectivity across North America and the transpacific. Effective from the IATA winter season, the block space agreement allows NCA to access mas-operated services from Los Angeles to Guadalajara and Mexico City, while mas gains access to NCA’s Narita–Los Angeles routes. NCA said the partnership responds to growing Asia–Mexico demand, particularly in automotive and

The trend in shipping rates shows an increase for the West Coast of North America (+8.6%), the East Coast of North America (+8.1%), Europe (+3.2%), and Korea (+0.7%) compared to the previous week.

The international air cargo forwarding ranking for Japan in November 2025 has been disclosed. Nippon Express (NX) remained in first place with 17,138 tons, down 3.2% compared to the same month last year. Kintetsu World Express (KWE) followed in second with 11,393 tons, showing a slight increase of 0.7%. Yusen Logistics ranked third with 9,197 tons, down 26.6%. Nishi-Nippon Railroad (NNR) placed fourth with 3,643 tons, marginally down 0.2%, while Hankyu Hanshin Express came fi

The air cargo industry is set for steady growth despite global trade challenges, according to IATA. The trade body forecasts cargo volumes will reach 71.6m tonnes in 2026, a 2.4% year-on-year rise driven by e-commerce and time-sensitive shipments. Revenues are expected to reach $158bn, up from $155bn this year, though yields may dip 0.5% amid slower global trade. IATA director general Willie Walsh highlighted the sector’s resilience, noting that air cargo has supported shifti

Capital A, the parent company of Malaysian low-cost airline group AirAsia, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications to explore making Bahrain AirAsia’s Middle East hub. The partnership aims to strengthen aviation and economic ties between Bahrain and ASEAN, enhancing connectivity, cargo, and maintenance capabilities. CEO Tony Fernandes called the move “a game-changer” that will bridge Asia and the Middle East throug

The trend in shipping rates shows an increase for Korea (+4.1%) compared to the previous week. Conversely, rates have decreased for Europe (-0.1%), the West Coast of North America (-2.9%), and the East Coast of North America (-3.9%).

Air Canada (ACA/AC) and Emirates (UAE/EK) will extend their strategic partnership to 2032 as bilateral trade between Canada and the UAE continues to rise. Building on cooperation launched in 2022, the airlines plan enhanced freight services and are exploring a potential cargo-focused joint venture. The expanded alliance aims to strengthen bi-directional cargo flows linking the Americas, Middle East and Indian subcontinent. Officials say improved connectivity will support trad