
Newsletters
2026 Air Cargo Outlook: IATA Projects 2.4% Volume Growth, Mixed Regional Performances
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) projects global air cargo volumes to increase by 2.4% year-over-year, reaching approximately 71.6 million tonnes in 2026. Cargo revenues are projected to rise 2.1% to $158 billion, up from $155 billion in 2025. According to IATA’s December Global Outlook, air cargo demand will continue to grow, although at a