Global air cargo demand grew by 3.4 per cent in 2025

Global air cargo demand rose by 3.4 per cent in 2025 compared with the previous year, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

At the same time, total capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometres (ACTK), increased by 3.7 per cent year on year. For international operations, demand rose by 4.2 per cent, while capacity expanded by 5.1 per cent.

December, meanwhile, brought the year to a close with continued strong performance.