AI isn't just for chatbots—it's fueling a surprising boom in air cargo, preventing an anticipated recession. FreightWaves' Eric Kulisch breaks down how global disruptions and AI equipment demand are driving rates up 30% year-over-year and volumes up 6%. Plus, find out how drone delivery leaders like Wing and Zipline are expanding partnerships with Walmart, racing to scale ultra-fast logistics ahead of new FAA regulations. Air cargo rates are up 30% year over year and volumes have grown roughly 6%, driven by a combination of ocean disruptions, reduced Middle East carrier capacity, and surging demand for AI-related equipment, according to reporting from FreightWaves.
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