
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.


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