Middle East conflict hits air freight as rates surge, capacity falls. Air freight faces disruption as Middle East conflict cuts capacity, raises rates and adds uncertainty to trade outlook.

Global air freight is under renewed pressure as the ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts capacity, drives up costs, and raises uncertainty over market growth in 2026, according to a media release issued by Xeneta.

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Middle East conflict disrupts air freight, pushes rates higher Air freight faces capacity crunch and rising rates as Middle East conflict disrupts global cargo flows and trade.

Global air freight is facing fresh pressure as the ongoing Middle East conflict reduces capacity, increases costs, and creates uncertainty around market growth in 2026, according to a Xeneta media release.

#Globalairfreight #Xeneta #MiddleEastconflict #aircargo #MiddleEastdisrupts

Global air freight hit by Middle East conflict, rates spike Air cargo rates surge and capacity falls as conflict in the Middle East disrupts key routes and impacts global trade.

Global air freight is facing renewed pressure as the ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts capacity, pushes up costs, and adds uncertainty to market growth in 2026, according to a Xeneta media release.

#Globalairfreight #Xeneta #MiddleEastconflict #aircargo #MiddleEastdisrupts

Astral Aviation restores B767-300F in service to sustain operations Astral Aviation returns its B767-300F to service to maintain Africa–Middle East cargo flows amid regional disruptions.

Astral Aviation has returned its Boeing 767-300F freighter to active service as part of efforts to maintain cargo connectivity between Africa, the Middle East and South Asia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.

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FIATA partners with Otonomi to launch global cargo delay insurance The partnership lets FIATA Members access digital cargo and delay insurance instantly across air, ocean, and e-commerce shipments.

FIATA, the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations, has joined forces with Insurtech company Otonomi, Ito provide freight forwarders around the world with cargo and delay insurance.

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FIATA and Otonomi partner to offer cargo and delay insurance globally FIATA teams up with Otonomi to provide freight forwarders worldwide with instant, digital cargo and delay insurance.

FIATA, International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations has partnered with Insurtech provider Otonomi, Inc. to offer cargo and delay insurance solutions to freight forwarders worldwide.

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Bram van Londen joins BusinessCode to lead GCC market and partnerships Logistics expert Bram van Londen to drive BusinessCode’s expansion and partnerships in the GCC region.

BusinessCode has appointed logistics expert Bram van Londen as Principal Strategic Partnerships & Sales, giving the company a key figure to drive expansion across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

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SolitAir secures EU ACC3 approval, expands Africa network With this approval, SolitAir can move cargo between the UAE and Europe under EU-compliant security protocols.

SolitAir has received the ACC3 designation from the Belgian Civil Aviation Authority, authorising it to operate secure cargo and mail services into the European Union.

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Chapman Freeborn appoints Latha Narayan as President APAC As the new President APAC of Chapman Freeborn from April 1, Latha Narayan will report directly to Group CEO Saska Gerasimova.

Chapman Freeborn, the global air charter specialist and part of Avia Solutions Group, has appointed Latha Narayan as President APAC, effective 1 April.

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SolitAir secures EU ACC3 approval, expands Africa network With this approval, SolitAir can move cargo between the UAE and Europe under EU-compliant security protocols.

SolitAir has received the ACC3 designation from the Belgian Civil Aviation Authority, authorising it to operate secure cargo and mail services into the European Union.

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Xavier Avrard Appointed CEO of GEODIS Freight Forwarding France and Africa GEODIS names Xavier Avrard as CEO for France and Africa, bringing extensive experience in strategy and project logistics.

GEODIS has appointed Xavier Avrard as Chief Executive Officer of its Freight Forwarding operations in France and Africa, effective from 1 April.

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GEODIS appoints Massimo Norcaro and Xavier Avrard to key roles GEODIS names Norcaro as global COO and Avrard to head France and Africa freight forwarding operations

GEODIS names Norcaro as global COO and Avrard to head France and Africa freight forwarding operations

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Global air cargo capacity remains under pressure as the Iran war fuels soaring oil prices .. as Brent crude falls below $100 a barrel

“While the broader trend points to declining #capacity, several origins show capacity growth," Maarten Wormer, head of consulting at #data #analyst #Aevean, observes.

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Challenge Group bags two Jet Airways B777-300ERs in auction The latest Jet Airways auction process involved two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with reserve prices of approximately $19.7 million and $18.3 million, respectively (₹184.95 crore and ₹171.80 crore).

Ace Aviation, a subsidiary of Malta-based Challenge Group, has won the bid for two additional Boeing 777-300ER aircraft auctioned by under-liquidation Jet Airways.

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Asia-Pacific air cargo demand surges 13.6% in February 2026 Air cargo in Asia-Pacific grew 13.6% in February, led by strong trade on Asia–North America and Africa–Asia routes.

Air cargo demand in the Asia-Pacific region surged 13.6 percent in February 2026, outpacing regional capacity growth of 10.1 percent, according to data released by the IATA.

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Challenge Group wins auction for two more Jet Airways B777-300ERs The latest Jet Airways auction process involved two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, with reserve prices of approximately $19.7 million and $18.3 million, respectively (₹184.95 crore and ₹171.80 crore).

Ace Aviation, a subsidiary of Malta-based Challenge Group, has won the bid for two additional Boeing 777-300ER aircraft auctioned by under-liquidation Jet Airways.

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African air cargo soars 21% in February, leading global growth African airlines topped global growth in February 2026, with cargo demand up 21%, driven by strong Africa–Asia trade.

African airlines recorded the fastest growth globally in February 2026, with air cargo demand rising 21 percent year-on-year, outpacing capacity growth of 17.3 percent, according to data from the IATA.

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Who will now champion paper-free air cargo with IATA DG Willie Walsh's departure? Will AI accelerate the digitalisation of the airfreight supply chains?

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Air cargo demand rises 11.2% in February, outpacing capacity IATA reports 11.2% rise in February air cargo demand, exceeding capacity growth amid fuel volatility and war concerns

Global air cargo demand rose 11.2% year-on-year in February 2026, outpacing capacity growth of 8.5%, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association.

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DHL Global Forwarding adds new Asia-Europe air freight routes DHL Global Forwarding launches new Asia-Europe flights, leveraging the DHL Aviation and Express network to offer exclusive capacities to its customers.

DHL Global Forwarding launches new Asia-Europe flights, leveraging the DHL Aviation and Express network to offer exclusive capacities to its customers.

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Air Cargo Demand up 11.2% in February 2026 - ATC News by Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H. Thome (Posted 31st March 2026)   The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 11.2% compared to February 2025 levels (+11.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 8.5% compared to February 2025 (+9.8% […]

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Air cargo demand grew 11.2% in February 2026 👏.

Even with the boost that Feb received from the movement of goods ahead of Lunar New Year, the month showed 💪 growth.

African ✈️ saw a 21.0% YoY increase in demand for #aircargo this month, the strongest rise of all regions.

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Asia Pacific air cargo grows 8.7% in February amid rising tensions Asia Pacific air cargo rose 8.7% in Feb, but Middle East tensions, fuel costs and airspace limits cloud outlook

Asia Pacific carriers recorded solid growth in international air cargo demand in February 2026, although rising geopolitical tensions and higher fuel costs are expected to weigh on the outlook.

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At transport logistic & air cargo India 2026 in Mumbai, Rajarshi Chatterjee of The STAT Trade Times spoke with Kuntal Baveja, Regional President Asia Pacific at Envirotainer.

Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/B0xm3NSlQHw

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Lufthansa Cargo expands Africa links in summer 2026 schedule Lufthansa Cargo boosts Africa connectivity in summer 2026 schedule with added links and frequencies via group network

#LufthansaCargo has expanded its #Africa connections in its 2026 summer flight schedule, offering 33 links within Europe and to Africa, including services to Algiers and additional frequencies by group airlines to key destinations such as #Kilimanjaro and #Freetown.

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Lone Star completes acquisition of AGI, targets growth push AGI operates at more than 60 airports, providing cargo, ground, mail handling, security and hospitality services.

Lone Star Funds has completed the acquisition of Alliance Ground International, marking the close of a transaction first announced in January 2026.

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Lufthansa Cargo adds Delhi in summer 2026 freighter network Lufthansa Cargo reintroduces Delhi in summer 2026 schedule, boosting India links with added freighter capacity and network reach

Lufthansa Cargo has reintroduced Delhi into its freighter network as part of its 2026 summer flight schedule, offering one weekly connection and taking its total to six weekly services to better serve the Indian market.

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Alexander Lorz set to succeed Boddenberg as Fraport Chair Alexander Lorz is nominated to replace Michael Boddenberg as Fraport Supervisory Board Chair after AGM in May 2026.

Michael Boddenberg will step down as Chair of the Supervisory Board of Fraport AG after six years in the role, following the company’s Annual General Meeting on May 12, 2026.

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Korean Air Announces $36 Billion Boeing Aircraft Order Aviation News – Korean Air has announced plans to purchase 103 new aircraft from Boeing, marking a major long-term investment in fleet modernization and growth between 2026 and 2039. The South Korean flag carrier, Korean Air, revealed in a regulatory filing that the order includes 20 Boeing 777-9 jets, 25 Boeing 787-10 aircraft, 50 Boeing 737-10 jets, and eight Boeing 777-8F freighters.

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