News / North Asia fruit exports boost airlines as hi-tech demand stays weak

Japan is enjoying increasing exports of fruit and fresh produce around Asia, helping sustain otherwise weak air cargo demand in the region as semi-conductor trade declines.

December saw an all-time high of fruit and vegetable exports, by value, up nearly 500% on the 40-year average, although exports in January, year on year, fell 15%. However, the following two months saw year-on-year gains.

Cathay Cargo said the volumes were supporting its flights. Noting it was the “quieter season” for cargo, regional head of ...