Air Cargo Squeezed as AI Boom and Helium Crisis Compete for Capacity
The global air cargo market is facing significant pressure from the artificial intelligence boom and a worsening helium supply crisis. Tech giants are consuming vast amounts of air freight capacity to transport high-value AI components, often booking entire charter flights. Simultaneously, disruptions in helium production have made the gas a high-priority commodity also reliant on time-sensitive air transport. This dual demand, particularly on routes from Asia, is squeezing out general cargo and causing capacity to tighten. As a result, shippers are experiencing rising rates and a more challenging logistics environment.
Official Source: https://theloadstar.com/air-cargo-squeezed-between-ai-boom-and-helium-supply-crisis/
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