IAG Cargo reported a challenging second quarter of 2026, with cargo revenue declining by 5.1% year-on-year to £295 million, while cargo traffic fell 16.9% due to reduced capacity caused by ongoing disruptions in the Middle East. Despite lower volumes, the company achieved a 14.2% increase in cargo yields, reflecting strong demand for premium and specialized cargo services. The reduction in available capacity resulted from flight schedule changes and network adjustments across

Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its Cool Corridor network by introducing four new dedicated airfreight routes for temperature-sensitive healthcare shipments, increasing the network to 12 global lanes connecting major pharmaceutical and healthcare hubs across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America. The newly added corridors link Frankfurt–Atlanta, Chicago–Narita, Brussels–São Paulo, and Chicago–São Paulo. The Frankfurt–Atlanta route will provide dedicated weekly capa

DB Cargo Automotive and Stellantis have announced the realignment of their European vehicle logistics network, focusing on high-volume transport corridors and high-frequency shuttle services. The new approach is designed to improve speed, planning reliability, and supply chain resilience while supporting the growing demand for automotive logistics across Europe. The partnership builds on several years of close collaboration, during which DB Cargo responded to industry-wide ca

Emirates SkyCargo has reported strong growth in export cargo volumes from the United Kingdom, with shipments increasing by double-digit percentages during the last financial year. The airline attributes the growth to rising international demand for high-value British exports and the continued expansion of its global cargo network through Dubai. Among the fastest-growing export categories were pharmaceuticals, aerospace components, engineering products, automotive parts, peris

UPS has introduced a range of new digital solutions designed to make shipping easier and more efficient for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The latest enhancements include a redesigned UPS mobile app, improved online shipping tools, and smarter pickup management features, giving customers greater flexibility to manage shipments anytime and from anywhere. The updated UPS app allows users to create shipping labels, schedule and manage pickups, track shipments in real

DHL Freight has taken delivery of the first series-produced SuperPanther eTopas 600 electric heavy-duty truck manufactured in Europe, marking another milestone in the company’s transition toward low-emission road transport. The vehicle was produced at the SuperPanther plant in Steyr, Austria, and will begin commercial operations in the Netherlands this September. The partnership between DHL Freight and SuperPanther began in 2024 and was followed by extensive real-world testin

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that global air cargo demand increased by 8.5% year-on-year in June 2026, marking another month of solid growth despite ongoing geopolitical and trade uncertainties. Demand expanded across all major regions, including the Middle East, highlighting the continued resilience of the global air freight market. The strong performance has been supported by improving manufacturing activity, rising international trade, an

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced a major expansion of its global network, introducing new destinations, resuming key routes, and increasing freighter and belly-hold capacity across Asia, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle East. The enhancements will boost the airline’s overall cargo capacity by 12%, strengthening connectivity through its Doha hub and providing customers with greater flexibility and reliability. The expansion includes the launch of new passenger des

HMM has announced that its U.S. subsidiary, Washington United Terminals (WUT), has signed a contract with HD Hyundai Samho for the supply of four new port cranes at the Port of Tacoma, Washington. The modernization project will replace two aging quay cranes and add two new yard cranes, significantly enhancing the terminal’s operational efficiency. Once completed, WUT’s annual container-handling capacity is expected to increase from 590,000 TEU to 880,000 TEU, enabling the ter