In June, air cargo tonnages from China and Hong Kong to Europe reached their highest levels of the year, increasing by 15% compared to June 2024, while average rates remained stable at $3.97 per kilo but decreased by 3% year-on-year. Globally, air cargo tonnages rose by 2% compared to last year but fell 4% from the previous month. For the first half of 2025, chargeable weight increased by 3% and average freight rates by 2%. Meanwhile, rates from Asia Pacific to the U.S. rose by 10%, despite a 15% drop in tonnages from China and Hong Kong due to new tariffs.

Source: https://www.stattimes.com/air-cargo/china-hkeurope-tonnages-up-in-june-rates-steady-1355765