TIACA ACF 2026 aims to address global cargo issues.

The global economy is undergoing significant changes due to AI, digitalization, and evolving trade patterns, raising questions for air cargo leaders about their responsiveness. By the end of 2025, e-commerce constituted about 20% of air cargo volumes, while geopolitical tensions and tariff uncertainties caused consumer hesitance. The conflict in the Middle East in early 2026 led to closed shipping lanes, pushing the economy towards air freight despite rising costs. Lessons from the COVID crisis fostered new collaborations in the supply chain. The TIACA ACF 2026 conference will feature industry leaders discussing crucial topics for navigating these challenges.