In October, IATA reports a 9.8 % increase in air freight demand

In October, the demand for air freight saw impressive growth from 9,8 %according to IATA reports. This significant rise was mainly due to an increase of 8,5 % of international cargo capacity. Dedicated cargo aircraft played a crucial role in this expansion. Indeed, total capacity continued to grow, particularly on international routes, where the annual increase in September amounted to 8,1 %. This momentum underlines a potentially more active season for the air freightdespite some quieter months in the past.

Last October, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) revealed that worldwide demand for air freight sales rose by 9.8 %. This increase comes against a backdrop in which the air transport continues to play a crucial role in the global economy, thanks to its rapid and secure distribution capabilities.

Impact of increased air capacity

A large part of this increase is attributable to an 8.5 % rise in sales. capabilities international bunkers, facilitating the movement of goods on a global scale. This increased deployment of air resources enables us to respond more effectively to growing demand, while encouraging carriers to maximize their dedicated cargo services. Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), saw a marked increase, demonstrating the strength of the sector. goods traffic.

Market features in 2024

In 2024, the additional capacity identified stabilized the filling coefficientat 84.2 1TP4Q, up 0.3 percentage points on the previous year. This solid freight market In the first six months of the year, air transport helped to sustain impressive volume growth, with an increase of 13.4 % for the first half as a whole.

The effects of international routes and climate issues

Focusing on international routes, there was a significant increase in capacity, with a year-on-year gap of 8.1 % for the month of September. This dynamic has not been without its effects on the environment, calling into question the management of CO2 emissions by airline operators. At the heart of the discussions is the general coordination of transport, as demonstrated by the COP29 eco-certification initiative, which aims to encourage the efficient management of transport. energy resources.

IATA's role and future prospects

Recent IATA publications illustrate renewed interest in the air freightdespite the challenges faced by several players in the field. Emirates, for example, has criticized Boeing for delays in delivery of the Boeing 777X, affecting its cargo operations. However, the rise of winter freight programs helps maintain the international trade surplus, by strengthening the position of airlines operating on the world stage.

Key figures for air freight in 2023

The temporary decline in global demand of 1.9 % over the full year 2023 did not curb the steady growth seen in December. Thanks to better management of fiscal levers and logistics, international freight demand grew by 10.8% during the same month, supporting international operations to the tune of 5.9%. This upturn illustrates the air transport sector's agility in the face of current international economic and political fluctuations.

Comparison of Air Freight Demand in October

Element	Details
Increased demand	9,8 % in October
Capacity increase	8,5 % for international bunkers
Cargo aircraft capacity	Stable
IATA platform	Data source
Measurement type	Tonne-kilometres
Monthly breakdown	Monthly assessment
Most active region	Asia-Pacific
Reasons for growth	High freight season
Outlook	Anticipated increase
Economic impact	Positive for the sector

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