15 Jan 2025

Air Cargo Soars: 2024 Growth and Challenges

Air cargo capacity experienced significant growth last year, with double-digit percentage increases, driven by a recovery in bellyhold capacity and sustained high levels of freighter space compared to pre-Covid benchmarks. According to data provider and consultant Rotate, total air cargo capacity in 2024, measured in airfreight tonne kilometers (ATKs), rose by 10% year-on-year to reach […]

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09 Jan 2025

ILA, USMX Reach 6 Year Deal Avoiding Another Port Strike

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) announced late Wednesday that they have reached a tentative agreement on a new master contract, covering ports from Maine to Texas. While the deal awaits ratification by ILA locals and USMX members, it averts a looming port strike and secures labor stability along […]

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02 Jan 2025

2025 Logistics: Labor Gaps, Tech Shifts, Trade Tensions

Logistics professionals are bracing for a year of persistent challenges in 2025, including labor shortages, strained US-China trade relations, and vulnerabilities in supply chains, according to industry expert Archival Garcia, CEO of Fluent Cargo. While Garcia foresees no single disruptor dominating the logistics and transport sectors in 2025, he identifies the skilled labor shortage as […]

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06 Dec 2024

Tariffs and Trade Barriers: Top Threats Reshaping Global Supply Chains

A survey conducted by Descartes Systems Group reveals that rising tariffs and trade barriers are the primary concerns for global supply chain leaders. According to the 2024 Supply Chain Intelligence Report: Escalating Challenges for Global Supply Chain Leaders, 48% of respondents cited these issues as their top challenge, followed by supply chain disruptions (45%) and […]

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14 Nov 2024

Air Cargo’s ‘Wait and See’ Stance: Navigating US Tariffs and a Promising 2025 Demand Forecast

The air cargo sector is adopting a cautious “wait and see” stance regarding the possible impact of new US tariffs and heightened regulatory scrutiny for e-commerce shipments. This sentiment was echoed during the Tiaca Air Cargo Forum, where industry leaders discussed how anticipated policy changes could reshape the market. At the forum, Tiaca’s executive director […]

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06 Nov 2024

Busiest Cargo Airports: Hong Kong Holds #1 Spot

In 2023, air cargo traffic saw a slight decline, with global volumes decreasing by 1.8% to 115 million tonnes, according to Airport Council International (ACI) World. Cargo traffic continued to concentrate in the world’s primary hubs, though the busiest airports held relatively stable positions. Hong Kong maintained its lead with 4.3 million tonnes, followed by […]

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28 Oct 2024

Watch Out! Rejection Rates Rise Above 5% Just Before Peak Shipping Season!

As mid-October progresses, seasonal patterns indicating a dip in volume have become apparent, albeit slightly later than usual. This delay can be attributed to three disruptions earlier in the month that provided a temporary uptick in freight demand. Historically, mid-November marks the beginning of increased demand as we approach the holiday season, and this year […]

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21 Oct 2024

Rail Delays Soar as LA-LB Ports Hit Record Import Highs in September

  In September, rail container dwell times at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach hit their highest levels in two years as the ports experienced a surge in import volumes from Asia. This spike is partially attributed to retailers redirecting cargo from the East and Gulf coasts due to a looming longshore strike. […]

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08 Oct 2024

Hurricane Double Blow Shakes US Trucking Market, Driving Spot Rates Higher

Truckload spot rates across the southeastern U.S. are rising sharply in response to back-to-back hurricanes. After Hurricane Helene ravaged parts of Florida to North Carolina, the trucking market experienced significant disruption. Now, as Hurricane Milton approaches the Gulf Coast of Florida, spot rates are climbing even higher. Last week saw nationwide increases in spot rates […]

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14 Dec 2023

E-Commerce Takes Flight: Airfreight Industry Gear Up for Growth in 2024 and Beyond

Forget the runway, e-commerce is propelling the airfreight industry towards new heights. While overall supply chain growth flatlines in 2024, online shopping’s meteoric rise promises to be the wind beneath its wings. This isn’t just a temporary surge; it’s a fundamental shift in consumer behavior, fueled by a pandemic-born expectation of instant gratification. Next-day delivery? […]

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