Pre-tariff rush of goods from US to China sees air rates soar, but not for long
Beijing’s decision to impose higher tariffs on US goods has led to a rush of ...
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By Alex Lennane
The last ships before Christmas have left Asia – and the air cargo market is gearing up to pick up the last-minute spoils of the holiday season. The peak, apparently, is on.
IAG Cargo, for example, yesterday sent out an uncharacteristically buoyant press release, egging on its customers to book more air freight.
The carrier is usually more cautious in its public relations, especially about good news. But it is claiming not only has the peak begun, but it expects a 30% ...
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