At the dawn of 2026, a report by aviation industry experts highlights a set of converging vulnerabilities that could reshape global air freight. These risks — ranging from regulatory fragmentation to economic volatility, including climate disruptions — are not just one-time challenges, but structural factors with a direct impact on planning, network adaptability, and operational resilience.
Air cargo stakeholders will need to navigate increasingly diverse customs environments, carbon compliance obligations, and climate disruptions that affect routes, hubs, and transit times. The rise of cyber threats, particularly in critical infrastructure systems, represents a new category of risks that could severely complicate operational continuity if not anticipated.
