The International Air Transport Association (IATA)'s data for cargo industry growth across February 2020 paints a bleak picture for air freight markets.
The US has announced it will be temporarily closing its border with Canada in an apparent mutual decision aimed at slowing the spread of the Coronavirus.
IATA director general Alexandre de Juniac says it has been a tough year for the cargo market as the annual peak air cargo season gets off to a slow start.
Air Niugini has started flying 767 between Cairns and Port Moresby.
Cobham Aviation Services has secured a contract extension to operate BAe146-300QT freighter services on behalf of Qantas Freight until 2026.
Singapore Airlines has reported passenger growth of 6.5 per cent for the airline group for August. However cargo volumes fell 10.2 per cent.
