Growth of E-commerce Drives the Global Air Cargo Market

Published: Apr 2023

The global Air Cargo market is anticipated to grow at a considerable CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period (2023-2030). According to IATA estimates, in December 2019, e-commerce represented up to 15% of air cargo volumes. This number is continuously growing, and the trend has accelerated during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. As per the IATA estimates 80% of cross-border e-commerce is transported by air. The growth of e-commerce in general and cross-border e-commerce is driving the air cargo market. The pandemic has shown a shift in consumer behavior, as well as the top products that consumers purchase. There has been a huge shift in online purchases for furniture and electronics, food and beverage, and other products, many of which are transported by air. Many airlines are now taking note and adapting to the e-commerce model to ensure longevity and diversify their revenue streams. 

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For instance, in February 2021, Saudia Cargo signed a cargo agreement with one of the leading IT and logistics operators, Cainiao Network, the logistic arm of Alibaba Group to support e-commerce operations between China and Europe by operating five weekly flights from Hong Kong to Liege in Belgium with Riyadh city as a connection point. These flights form a sky bridge between Asia and Europe to cater to the high demand for e-commerce. Moreover, the e-commerce giants are focusing on air cargo to cater to their consumer's demand for fast, and safe delivery of products. For instance, in January 2023, Amazon Air, the air cargo arm of the online retail giant Amazon, announced the launch of freight transportation services in India. To ship goods faster, Amazon Air has partnered with the Bangalore-based Quikjet Cargo Airlines, becoming the first e-commerce provider in India to join forces with a third-party carrier. Following the terms of the agreement, Amazon Air will utilize the cargo capacity of two Boeing 737-800 planes operated by an Indian airline to ship packages across Hyderabad (HYD), Bengaluru (BLR), Delhi (DEL), and Mumbai (BOM). The e-commerce company hopes that the dedicated cargo airline will enhance the company‘s air freight transportation network and contribute to faster e-commerce deliveries in the country.

Market Coverage

The market number available for – 2022-2030

Base year- 2022

Forecast period- 2023-2030

Segment Covered- 

o By Type

o By End-user

Regions Covered-

o North America

o Europe

o Asia-Pacific

o Rest of the World

Competitive Landscape- American Airlines Inc., FedEx Corp., IAG Cargo, Korean Air Lines Co. Ltd., Bollore Logistics, CAL Cargo Air Lines Ltd., and others.

Key questions addressed by the report

What is the market growth rate?

Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?

Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?

Who is the leader in the market?

How players are addressing challenges to sustain growth?

Where is the investment opportunity?

Global Air Cargo Market Report Segment

By Type

  • Belly Cargo
  • Freighter

By End-user

  • Manufacturing
  • FMCG and Retail
  • Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals
  • Others

Global Air Cargo Market Report Segment by Region

North America

United States

Canada

Europe

UK

Germany

Italy

Spain

France

Rest of Europe 

Asia-Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Rest of Asia-Pacific 

Rest of the World

Latin America 

Middle East & Africa


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