By María José Gamba
When goods move across continents, speed and precision matter more than ever. In 2025, air freight in the Americas is stepping into a new era — one where e-commerce, high-value cargo, and technological demands are redefining what the supply chain needs.
E-commerce acceleration and high-value shipments
Across the Americas, the rise of online retail and time-sensitive goods is elevating the role of air freight. For example, while Latin America recorded modest growth of about 3.1 % year-on-year in May 2025. iata.org+1 Meanwhile, passenger-flight belly capacity and cross-border commerce are shifting how logistics providers think about air freight in the Americas.
Mexico, in particular, is emerging as a hub for these demands. Infrastructure upgrades and cargo-focused investments are underway, according to recent analysis. Mexico Business News+1
Mexico’s dynamic role in air freight
Though Mexico faces headwinds in some international cargo routes, domestic connectivity and strategic investments are fuelling opportunities. For instance, a report found that during the first nine months of 2025, international air-cargo volumes in Mexico dropped significantly, but domestic flows provided some buffer. Transporte.mx | Transporte en México
In this context, the value of air freight in the Americas lies not just in movement, but in reliability, speed and integration with ground transport and customs.
Infrastructure, technology and operational demands
To capitalise on growth in air freight in the Americas, logistics providers must navigate infrastructure gaps, regulatory complexity and sustainability goals. Cargo hubs are becoming smarter: automation, real-time tracking and AI-driven analytics are now standard requirements. Mexico Business News+1
Moreover, changing trade patterns — including slower growth in some North American lanes and selective re-routing — are prompting providers to rethink their networks. iata.org+1
Why this matters for supply chains
When air freight becomes more reliable and agile, entire supply chains benefit. Companies that embed air freight in the Americas into their logistics strategy gain:
faster time-to-market,
better responsiveness to surges,
enhanced visibility across modes of transport,
and the ability to serve higher-value or time-critical cargo.
Americas Forwarding: bridging air freight and logistics
At Americas Forwarding, we recognise that air freight in the Americas is not a standalone service — it’s a vital component of integrated supply-chain solutions. We combine air-cargo expertise with cross-border ground transport, customs management and real-time visibility. Our networks span North, Central and South America, enabling our clients to turn air-freight opportunities into competitive advantage.
Conclusion
The year 2025 presents a pivotal moment for air freight in the Americas. Growth may be selective, but opportunity lies in the ability to respond to change — whether through technology, infrastructure or strategic partnerships. Logistics firms that treat air freight as strategic — not just tactical — will lead supply-chain innovation.
If your company is ready to elevate its supply-chain game, Americas Forwarding stands ready to deliver.