The trade disruptions from the Trump administration’s tariff strategy are causing air cargo companies to rethink their market approaches, as highlighted by a Xeneta report. Freight forwarders are postponing Block Space Agreement negotiations, while shippers are favoring short-term contracts amid uncertainties. Carriers are re-evaluating freighter capacities as they plan for summer schedules, potentially redirecting routes from China to Southeast Asia or the Transatlantic market. The evolving tariff landscape adds to the challenges, prompting businesses to adjust supply chains to mitigate impacts on air freight rates, particularly as e-commerce demand fluctuates.

Source: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/trade-tensions-xeneta-tariffs-air-cargo-market-uncertainty/742745/