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Hosted by Nikitha Sebastian and presented by Hactl, #CargoShots brings you the key developments from across the air cargo industry.

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Cargo Shots by The STAT Trade Times presented by HACTL - 23 January 2026
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January 23, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Teleport, the logistics arm of Capital A Berhad, has raised USD 50 million in pre-IPO capital at a valuation of USD 500 million to accelerate the global expansion of its cross-border e-commerce model.

#Teleport #CapitalA #CapitalABerhad #logistics #ecommerce #HPSInvestmentPartners #aircargo
Teleport secures fresh pre-IPO funding to speed global growth
Capital A’s logistics unit attracts new capital to expand airline partnerships and e-commerce lanes worldwide
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January 23, 2026 at 4:27 AM
DSV has broken ground on its new Arizona regional headquarters in Mesa, marking an expansion of its logistics footprint in the southwestern United States.

#DSV #logistics #Arizonalogistics #Mesahub #supplychain #contractlogistics #semiconductorlogistics #warehous #ingtransportinfrastructure
DSV breaks ground on Arizona logistics hub in Mesa
The site offers access to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and major transport corridors.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Global air charter specialist Chapman Freeborn has announced the appointment of Tyler Porteous as Vice President of Cargo – Canada.

#ChapmanFreeborn #ChapmanFreebornAirchartering #Canada #appointment #peoplemovement #aircargo #aircraft
Chapman Freeborn appoints of Tyler Porteous as VP of Cargo – Canada
His main focus is expanding the customer base, building long-term client partnerships, and finding new opportunities in key markets.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:46 AM
DHL Global Forwarding has launched TRUCKAIR, a new multimodal service aimed at providing a cost-efficient and reliable option for moving large-volume and bulky cargo between China and Europe.

#DHL #DHLGlobalForwarding #TRUCKAIR #China #Europe #Asia #EU #aircargo #aircraft
DHL launches new multimodal route to move heavy cargo between Asia and EU
The TRUCKAIR service blends road and air transport to cut costs while keeping China–Europe cargo moving reliably.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:10 AM
Singapore Changi Airport recorded a strong cargo performance in 2025, handling 2.08 million tonnes of airfreight, according to figures released by Changi Airport.

#ChangiAirport #Airfreight #aircargogrowth #aircargo #aircraft #UnitedStatesofAmerica #Australia #HongKong #India #China
Changi Airport posts strong air cargo growth in 2025
Airfreight volumes rose year-on-year, supported by exports, imports and expanding freighter services across key markets.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:03 AM
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has welcomed the launch of the #MiamiAirCargoAssociation (MACA) and affirmed its commitment to collaborate with the new organisation in supporting the air cargo community at #MiamiInternationalAirport.

#AirforwardersAssociation #AfA #MACA
AfA welcomes launch of Miami Air Cargo Association
The MACA plans five industry lunches in 2026, plus a fall golf outing, year-end holiday event, charitable initiatives, and a scholarship programme.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:18 AM
China Cargo Airlines has officially launched a new freighter service between Chongqing (CKG) and Budapest (BUD), operated by a Boeing 777F, with three flights per week.

#ChinaCargoAirlines #Chongqing #Budapest #Boeing #Boeing777F #aircargo #aircraft
China Cargo starts thrice-weekly Chongqing–Budapest 777F flights
The launch represents Chongqing’s second international all-cargo route, introduced in 2026.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:42 AM
Cathay Cargo reported higher cargo volumes in December 2025 and for the full year, according to traffic figures released by the Cathay Group.

#CathayCargo #CathayGroup #cathaypacific #trafficupdate #aircargo #aircraft #CathayFresh
Cathay Cargo posts December growth, full-year tonnage rises
Volumes climbed year on year, with capacity and freight kilometres higher across 2025
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January 22, 2026 at 5:16 AM
LOT Cargo has announced a new collaboration with Tive, a provider of IoT solutions for real-time shipment visibility, as it begins 2026 with a focus on enhancing cargo monitoring.

#LOTCargo #collaboration #Tive #TiveSoloLite #aircargo #aircraft #Warsawhub
LOT Cargo to offer real-time shipment tracking at Warsaw hub
New IoT devices will monitor location and conditions, helping reduce cargo delays, losses and handling risks from February 2026.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:10 AM
Flexport has launched a new Tariff Refund Calculator to help importers estimate potential duty refunds ahead of a key U.S. Supreme Court ruling on tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

#Flexport #USduty #Tariff #TariffRefundCalculator #IEEPA #aircargo
Flexport unveils tool to estimate potential US duty refunds
Calculator uses importer filings to show possible tariff outcomes ahead of a key Supreme Court decision.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:02 AM
#RiyadhAir, #SaudiArabia’s new national carrier, today announced the launch of its cargo operations under the brand “ #RiyadhCargo”, marking the airline’s entry into the global air cargo market and activation of belly-hold cargo operations across its wide-body fleet.

#globallogistichub #aircargo
Riyadh Air unveils Riyadh Cargo to position city as global logistic hub
Cargo operations built to scale with Riyadh Air’s growing network on its modern wide-body fleet of 122 aircraft on order.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Global air freight rates edged slightly lower overall last week, according to the latest data from TAC Index, the leading price reporting agency for air freight markets.

#TACIndex #BalticAirFreightIndex #Asia #transatlantic #SouthAmerican #aircargo #aircraft
Global air cargo prices ease as post-peak softness spreads across regions
Asia-led declines weighed on weekly indices, while selective gains on transatlantic and South American routes offered support.
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January 21, 2026 at 9:58 AM
Steve Hughes has been appointed Managing Director of Globe Air Cargo (GAC) UK, succeeding Michelle House, who is retiring at the end of the year after ten years leading the ECS Group’s UK subsidiary.

#GlobeAirCargo #GACUK #ECSGroup #Veteranaircargo #aircargo #aircraft
Steve Hughes appointed as new MD for GAC UK
Veteran air cargo professional takes charge as long-serving UK head steps down after a decade in the role
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January 21, 2026 at 7:02 AM
Vienna Airport recorded its strongest cargo performance to date in 2025, handling 313,763 tonnes of freight and marking the highest annual volume in its history.

#ViennaAirport #Asia #Europe #NorthAmerica #aircargo #aircraft
Vienna Airport records strongest year yet for air cargo operations
Vienna continued to strengthen its position as a transshipment hub, particularly for cargo flows between Asia, Europe, and North America.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:53 AM
Awery Aviation Software has appointed David Kerr and Christian Gessner as it continues to grow and expand its global customer base.

#AweryAviationSoftware #Awery #aircargo #aircraft
David Kerr and Christian Gessner join Awery Aviation Software
New appointments add strategic and sales experience to support customer growth and digital transformation in air cargo.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:43 AM
International IT Systems Provider of the Year

STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo

This category recognizes technology leaders powering smarter, faster, and more connected air cargo operations worldwide.

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January 21, 2026 at 4:54 AM
Brussels Airport has started sending test shipments of human cell and blood material used in precision therapies, including treatments for cancer and rare diseases, from Brussels to Dallas in the United States as part of the Precision Therapy Logistics Gateway (PTLG) project.

#BrusselsAirport
Brussels Airport launches trial shipments of advanced cell therapies
Test consignments to the US aim to map risks, monitor conditions and help build a global air transport framework.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:32 AM
International Freight Forwarder of the Year

STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo

Celebrating freight forwarders who enable global trade through reliability, innovation, and operational excellence.

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#STATTimesAwards
January 20, 2026 at 7:18 AM
Cargoland by LGG is set to close the year with its second-highest cargo performance, confirming a strong peak season and an excellent overall showing.

#Cargoland #CargolandbyLGG #LGGcargo #aircargo #aircraft
Cargoland by LGG posts second-highest cargo year at 1.32mn tonnes
Cargoland by LGG handled 1.32mn tonnes in 2025, marking its second-best year driven by strong export growth.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:04 AM
When millions tune in for a global sporting final or step into a sold-out stadium, the spectacle feels effortless. Athletes arrive on time, broadcast feeds are flawless, and venues operate like clockwork.

#EFMGlobal #FIFA #Oregon22 #DesertWarrior #NASA #JamesWebbSpaceTelescope #JWST #Ariane6
EFM’s precision powers the world’s biggest sports and event arenas
Global events look seamless, but behind every ceremony and championship runs a complex logistics race.
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January 19, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Cargo Airport of the Year - India

STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo

Celebrating Indian airports setting new benchmarks in cargo efficiency and infrastructure.

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#STATTimesAwards #CargoAirport #AirCargoIndia
January 19, 2026 at 12:20 PM
The global air cargo industry enters 2026 after several years of intense change. The period following the pandemic was marked by sharp swings in demand, extreme pricing cycles and repeated disruptions across supply chains.

#IATA #DimercoExpressGroup #Xeneta #LufthansaCargo
Global air freight in 2026: Slower growth, stronger structural demand
Capacity constraints, shifting trade lanes and high-value cargo reshape air freight.
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January 19, 2026 at 7:10 AM
#Swissport has launched its first dedicated perishables centre in the United Kingdom at London Heathrow Airport, strengthening its global cold chain network and expanding capacity for time- and temperature-sensitive cargo.

#HeathrowAirport #UnitedKingdom #ScanGlobalLogistics #seafood #perishables
Swissport opens first UK perishables hub at Heathrow
The facility has begun operations with Scan Global Logistics as its first customer
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January 19, 2026 at 6:45 AM
Freighters power global trade, and operators are reducing their carbon footprint through fuel, fleet, and operational strategies.

#IATA #DHL #DHLExpress #Boeing #Neste #UnitedAirlines #Unitedcargo #Swissport #aircargo #aircraft
How freighters are shrinking their carbon footprint
Freighters power global trade, and operators are reducing their carbon footprint through fuel, fleet, and operational strategies.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:57 AM