The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) is highlighting the often-overlooked risks that non-compliant wood packaging material (WPM) can create for international cargo shipments.
DHL Express' heavyweight shipments in Asia Pacific (excluding China) rose 16% in the first seven months after the company launched its Heavy Weight Express service during the first half, as businesses sought to move critical components and industrial equipment amid supply-chain uncertainty.
Saudi-based SAL Logistics Services Company said it has completed the acquisition of 100% stake in leading Belgian ground handling and cargo company Aviapartner Liege, thus marking its first operational presence outside the kingdom and expanding its network to 20 stations.
Euroairlines has appointed Aeroprime Group as its exclusive Cargo General Sales Agent (GSA) for India and Passenger GSA for the UAE, strengthening its presence in key aviation markets.
Emirates is marking a significant milestone in the expansion of its cargo fleet by becoming the first airline cargo carrier to deploy the Boeing 777-300ERSF passenger to freighter converted aircraft.
SAL Logistics Services, the national leader in cargo handling, logistics solutions, and supply chain management in Saudi Arabia, has secured its triple ISO certified HSSE Integrated Management System. With this key achievement, SAL is the first Saudi company in the logistics sector to receive this integrated certification.
The Qatari Ministry of Defence has reported that a commercial cargo vessel in the country's territorial waters - northeast of Mesaieed Port- was targeted by a drone on Sunday morning.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that in March 2026, global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), fell by 4.8% compared to March 2025, with international operations down 5.5%.
dnata, a leading air and travel services provider based in Dubai, has announced plans to establish a dedicated cargo terminal facility at Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI). Once operational, the 5,000 sq m facility will handle up to 60,000 tonnes of cargo per annum.
Middle Eastern airlines led global air cargo growth in January, helping lift worldwide demand 5.6% year-on-year, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said in its report, as the sector opened 2026 on a firm footing despite geopolitical and trade headwinds.
