The air cargo sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience throughout 2025, according to the latest market analysis from Freightos. Industry projections indicate a steady outlook extending into 2026, defying earlier predictions of a sharp downturn.
Initial concerns arose when regulatory changes affected China’s air travel costs, with many industry experts anticipating a significant slowdown in air freight volumes during the latter part of the year. However, the sector has proven more robust than expected.
The removal of certain cost-related restrictions, which previously enabled goods from China to travel by air without incurring high expenses, had been viewed as a potential threat to market stability. Despite these regulatory shifts, air cargo demand has maintained its momentum.
As we move towards 2026, the industry’s ability to navigate these challenges demonstrates the fundamental strength of global air cargo networks and their essential role in international trade.