Global Air Cargo demand increased 5.5 percent in July

September 4, 2025

According to data for July released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) , global air cargo total demand measured in cargo tonne-kilometers, rose by 5.5% compared to July 2024 levels (+6.0% for international operations).

Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.9% compared to July 2024 (+4.5% for international operations).

North American carriers saw a 0.7% year-on-year increase in growth for air cargo in July, the slowest growth of all regions. Capacity decreased by 0.6% year-on-year.

European carriers saw a 4.1% year-on-year increase in demand for air cargo in July. Capacity increased 4.0% year-on-year.

Asia-Pacific airlines saw an 11.1% year-on-year growth in air cargo demand in July, the strongest rise of all regions. Capacity increased by 7.3% year-on-year.

Source: IATA