IATA announces significant growth in air cargo for June.

In June 2026, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported an 8.5% year-on-year increase in global air cargo demand, outpacing the 4.4% growth in available capacity. International operations experienced a notable 9.6% rise in demand, with North America being the strongest contributor. Despite uncertainties like Middle Eastern tensions and tariff issues in the U.S., the outlook for the second half of 2026 remains positive, driven by high-value technology shipments. Regional performance varied, with Asia-Pacific up 7.9% and North America leading at 13.1%.