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AI race redraws Asian air cargo, replacing e-commerce as growth engine

Reuters | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | Freighters

The global race to build artificial intelligence is redrawing Asia's air cargo map, prompting airlines to redesign networks around growing semiconductor manufacturing hubs as cross-border e-commerce loses momentum.

Jet deliveries and defence demand lift Airbus Q2 profit

Reuters | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Airbus maintained financial and industrial forecasts as it unveiled stronger-than-expected second-quarter revenues and core profits on Wednesday, lifted by higher jetliner deliveries and gains in defence.

Parata Air new Hanoi – Incheon cargo route

AJOT Newsroom | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Parata Air’s latest cargo milestone: the launch of a new route connecting Noi Bai International Airport (HAN, Vietnam) and Incheon International Airport (ICN, South Korea), effective 14 July. This service will further enhance air cargo logistics between Northern Vietnam and South Korea.

Global air cargo industry prepares to gather in Miami for Air Cargo Forum 2026

AJOT Newsroom | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Trump to unveil $22 billion plan to remake Washington Dulles airport

Reuters | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airports

President Donald Trump plans to unveil a $22 billion plan to rebuild Washington Dulles airport, the latest in a series of major projects he announced in the U.S. capital region, sources told Reuters.

Daher Aircraft delivers the 400th Kodiak

AJOT Newsroom | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Daher Aircraft has delivered the 400th Kodiak.

ACS picks up Air Cargo Charter Broker of the Year at India’s National Awards for Excellence

AJOT Newsroom | July 29, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Air Charter Service has further enhanced its reputation in India.

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Stas Margaronis | July 29, 2026

Can privatizing air traffic control ease US air traffic woes?

With GAO warning that much of the U.S. air traffic control system is unsustainable, aviation experts say Canada’s self-funded NAV CANADA model could offer a faster path to safer, more reliable ATC modernization.

In Harmony with AI: how humans are creating and shaping an AI-enhanced workplace

AJOT Newsroom | July 28, 2026 | Air Cargo | Technology

Air cargo is an industry that is constantly on the move and one that is governed by volatility, urgency, and strict time schedules.

JetBlue recaptures nearly half of fuel cost surge, beats Street estimates

Reuters | July 28, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

JetBlue Airways on Tuesday reinstated its annual outlook, beat Street estimates and introduced a profit target for 2028 despite ongoing fuel headwinds due to the Middle East war, sending shares of the low-cost carrier up nearly 10%.

CharterDesk and ACI France complete time-critical aircraft engine mission

AJOT Newsroom | July 28, 2026 | Air Cargo | Charters

CharterDesk and Aero Cargo International (ACI) France recently completed the time-critical and complex transfer of two large aircraft engines from Helsinki to Casablanca on behalf of Royal Air Maroc.

Chicago Rockford International Airport strengthens Asian network with new DSV Incheon service

AJOT Newsroom | July 28, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airports

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) has strengthened its growing Asian network

ECS Group drives Aeromexico Cargo’s enhanced European connections

AJOT Newsroom | July 27, 2026 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Aeromexico Cargo’s summer schedule saw the start of a Paris-Monterrey connection and the resumption of its Barcelona-Mexico flights after a 5-year pause.

Weekly Air Cargo trends – July 13 to 19, 2026

AJOT Newsroom | July 27, 2026 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Air cargo tonnages from Hong Kong to Europe have plummeted in the weeks surrounding the start of new EU import duty rules on 1 July, down by more than -20% by mid-July compared with their levels this time last year and in early June.

Jettainer appoints Köhler as COO

Jettainer has named Moritz Köhler as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Qatar Airways Cargo grows global network with new capacity and seasonal freighter services

AJOT Newsroom | July 27, 2026 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Qatar Airways Cargo continues to reinforce its position as the world's leading air cargo carrier with the relaunch and expansion of operations across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Middle East.

Royal Air Maroc adds four new European destinations this summer

AJOT Newsroom | July 27, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Royal Air Maroc is expanding its European network this summer with four new destinations that strengthen both its passenger offering and its belly cargo capacity.

FL Technics appoints Saulius Bajarunas as Chief Executive Officer

FL Technics has appointed Saulius Bajarunas as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 1, 2026.

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AJOT Newsroom | July 23, 2026

Avianca Cargo and DSV transport 58 tons of humanitarian aid to Venezuela

Working in close coordination with governments, authorities, and charity organizations since the emergency caused by the recent earthquakes began, Avianca has transported 150 tons of humanitarian aid to Caracas.

Boeing pips Airbus in low-key Farnborough jet order race

Reuters | July 23, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Boeing edged Airbus in a subdued series of order announcements at the Farnborough Airshow this week, as the global aerospace industry focuses on fixing lingering supply constraints and catching up on record order backlogs.

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