Why this matters to buyers
Potential 15% increase in air cargo rates could raise costs for time-sensitive or high-value shipments.
Recommended buyer actions
- Review air freight contracts and rate forecasts.
- Evaluate cost-benefit of air versus sea freight for specific shipments.
- Consider securing capacity or rates in advance.
Original source context
Market intelligence firm Xeneta says the ongoing war in the Middle East will drive air cargo shipping rates higher this year The post 2026 air cargo rates could rise 15% due to Iran war impacts appeared first on FreightWaves.
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