African airlines saw 18.4 percent year-on-year demand growth, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), in May – the strongest of all regions. Total air cargo demand rose by 14.7 percent in May compared to May 2023 levels (15.5 percent for international operations). Regional performanceAsia-Pacific airlines saw 17.8 percent year-on-year demand growth for air cargo in May. North American carriers saw 8.7 percent year-on-year demand growth in May —the weakest among all regions. Latin American carriers saw 12.7 percent year-on-year demand growth while capacity increased eight percent year-on-year.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 02, 2024 15:26 UTC