Air cargo demand grows as new US tariffs loom

Global air cargo saw a modest 3% year-on-year rise in Q1 2025—signalling resilience amid rising uncertainty. While growth has slowed compared to last year’s double-digit surge, March data reveals a sharp 19% month-on-month rebound and notable gains from Asia Pacific, North America, and Africa.

Behind the numbers is a shifting trade landscape. New US tariffs and the rollback of de minimis exemptions for Chinese goods are set to disrupt long-standing supply chain models. Spot rates from Asia are climbing, and businesses are already adjusting to increased costs and geopolitical pressure.

For sustainability leaders, this is a critical moment to reassess supply strategies and explore future-proofed logistics.

Read the full article for a deeper dive into the shifting cargo landscape.