Security risks and rising costs: the consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war on freight transport
The war in Ukraine and the harsh sanctions against Russia have affected the market situation in many sectors, including logistics and freight. Since 24 February, when Russian tanks crossed the Ukrainian border, the global supply chain has seen a sharp
Supply chain costs to rise as Ukraine crisis bites
Freight forwarders are warning of higher supply chain costs as the impact of the invasion of Ukraine disrupts transportation operations. The forwarding sector said the airspace restrictions imposed by Russia, European states, Canada, the UK and in North America were forcing
Putzger perspective: Outlook bright and tight
Strong air cargo growth is expected to continue in the first half of 2022, but with continued pressure on capacity, writes Ian Putzger. Despite, and partly because of, ongoing turbulence, air cargo keeps going strong. The industry flew through 2021 with
How a Russian-Ukraine Conflict Might Hit Global Markets
A potential invasion of Ukraine by neighboring Russia would be felt across a number of markets, from wheat and energy prices and the region's sovereign dollar bonds to safe have assets. Below are four charts showing where a potential escalation of