Early Peak Season Hits Intra-Asia Air Cargo, Driving Up Demand and Rates
An unexpectedly early peak season has begun for intra-Asia air cargo, primarily driven by a surge in e-commerce demand from southern China. This has led to a significant increase in freight volumes and a corresponding rise in rates. Key hubs like Hong Kong and Guangzhou are experiencing tight capacity on routes to Southeast Asian destinations such as Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. Freight forwarders report that the spike in activity, which is unusual for June, has caught the market by surprise. The trend indicates a robust, albeit early, start to the traditional peak shipping season.
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