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Air Cargo Demand Grew 3.4% in 2025 Amid Shifting Trade Patterns

February 4, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Air cargo demand grew by 3.4% in 2025.
Growth was uneven due to shifting trade patterns and supply chains.
Asia-Europe cargo flows increased due to tariff pressures.
Volatility is expected to remain a defining feature of global trade in 2026.

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Strategic Implications

The air cargo industry's ability to adapt to changing trade patterns may indicate its resilience in the face of uncertainty. The shift towards Asia-Europe cargo flows suggests a potential reconfiguration of global supply chains, which could benefit air cargo operators that invest in digitalization and regulatory compliance. This trend may also signal increased demand for specialized cargo services, such as pharmaceutical and e-commerce shipments.

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What Happened

Global Trade Reshaped In Real Time Demands Speed And Reliability

The air cargo industry is navigating a complex and dynamic global trade environment, with shifting trade patterns, re-routing, and increasingly diversified supply chains. In 2025, air cargo demand grew by 3.4%, driven by a shift in cargo flows from Asia-North America to Asia-Europe. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will address these challenges at the World Cargo Symposium in Lima, focusing on advancing air cargo through regulation, digitalization, and sustainability. According to AeroTime, the industry must strengthen its foundations to continue performing under pressure.

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