Data Suggests 2025 Could See Lower eCommerce Air Freight Volumes
Although air freight volumes experienced a minor surge in January after the holiday slump, data indicates that e-commerce air cargo volumes could fall through the rest of the year. Techtronic Industries VP of Global Logistics Alan McTaggart says ocean freight volumes could be particularly affected due to the Suez Canal’s likely reuse, high retail inventories, and surging capacity in 2025. Speaking at the Freight Buyers Club, McTaggart predicted a stability that will cool down freight rates, making 2025 especially attractive for buyers. Sea-Intelligence CEO Alan Murphy says the fact that U.S. importers are building up their retail inventory in excess…