LOGISTICS
f the aviation sector is to be carbon neutral by 2050 – its declared goal – then it must embrace new technologies , and fast . It knows this .
The aviation industry recognises the need for greater sustainability . According to a recent survey of industry suppliers by international management consultancy Roland Berger – in conjunction with aerospace associations in Germany ( BDLI ) and France ( GIFAS ), 64 % of respondents “ are working to develop sustainable parts and systems ”.
A number of solutions are close to certification while other , more radical innovations , remain in the testing phase . The will to be more sustainable is there , if not always the means , and this is a problem . It is not the only problem .
Global air freight ' been growing for years ' The global air freight industry has been experiencing significant growth for decades , driven by globalisation and the demand for faster and more reliable shipping options . Major players include DHL , FedEx and UPS , and airlines such as Emirates , Cathay Pacific , and Lufthansa Cargo . Other players in the industry include freight forwarders , ground handlers , and customs brokers . According to the International Air Transport Association ( IATA ), global air freight volumes grew by 4.4 % in 2021 , despite the challenges
78 May 2023