Certificate of Origin: Why It Matters in International Trade A Certificate of Origin (CO) is an important document in international trade. It identifies the country where goods originate. Importers and customs authorities use it to verify product origin and determine whether specific trade rules apply. For exporters, a Certificate of Origin can help facilitate customs […]
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Airbus A350F Completes Its First Test Flight The Airbus A350F has successfully completed its first test flight, marking a major milestone in the development of next-generation cargo aircraft. The aircraft took off from Toulouse, France, on September 29, 2026. The first flight lasted 4 hours and 10 minutes. The aircraft reached an altitude of 25,000 […]
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What Is a Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI)? A Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) is an important document in international shipping. It provides a freight forwarder with the information and instructions needed to process an export shipment correctly. In air freight, an SLI helps coordinate shipment preparation, export documentation, and customs procedures. It also helps […]
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How Are Fresh Flowers Prepared for International Air Freight? Fresh flowers are among the most delicate products transported through international air cargo networks. Roses, orchids, lilies, tulips, and other cut flowers can lose freshness quickly if they are exposed to unsuitable temperatures, humidity, or handling conditions. For flower growers, exporters, wholesalers, and retailers, international air […]
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How Are High-Value Artworks Transported by Air Freight? Transporting high-value artworks internationally requires careful planning, specialized packaging, and professional logistics coordination. Paintings, sculptures, antique objects, and collectible art pieces can be fragile, expensive, and difficult to replace if damaged. For galleries, museums, collectors, and art dealers, air freight is often a preferred option for international […]
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What Is an Air Cargo Service Level Agreement (SLA)? An Air Cargo Service Level Agreement (SLA) is an agreement that defines the service standards, responsibilities, performance targets, and expectations between a logistics provider and its customer. In air freight, an SLA helps businesses understand exactly what level of service they can expect throughout the shipping […]
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MRO Expansion Opens New Opportunities for Air Cargo The global aviation industry is expanding its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capacity as airlines face aircraft delivery delays, spare-parts shortages, and growing maintenance demand. This development is also creating new opportunities for Air Cargo and aviation logistics. Aircraft parts, engines, technical equipment, and maintenance materials often […]
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South Korea Accelerates Smart Air Cargo Transformation South Korea is accelerating the digital transformation of its air cargo industry as demand for faster, more efficient, and technology-driven logistics continues to grow. Incheon International Airport is playing a key role in this transformation by introducing smart cargo solutions, digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and automated technologies. The […]
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Flydubai Launches Dedicated Freighter Operations to Expand Dubai’s Cargo Network Flydubai has launched dedicated freighter operations, marking a new step in the airline’s expansion into the air cargo market. The move is expected to strengthen Dubai’s position as a major logistics and cargo hub connecting Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The new freighter […]
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China–Europe E-Commerce Slump Is Reshaping Air Cargo Flows The China–Europe e-commerce slump is creating major changes in international air cargo flows. Chinese low-value and e-commerce exports to the European Union fell sharply in August 2026. The decline followed new EU customs measures introduced in July. The changes are affecting cargo volumes, freighter capacity, and logistics […]