Boeing Forecasts Air Cargo Traffic to Double by 2045

· Aviation

Boeing forecasts that global air cargo traffic will double by 2045, creating demand for nearly 3,000 new and converted freighters over the next two decades. The company's outlook points to a significant capacity gap as tightening emissions regulations limit the freighter options available to operators, making it harder to meet the projected growth in cargo demand. The forecast underscores how environmental rules are reshaping the freighter market at the same time as trade-driven cargo volumes continue to rise, with both new-build and converted aircraft expected to be needed to close the shortfall.

Why it matters：The forecast sets expectations for freighter demand and shows how emissions rules could constrain the industry's ability to serve growing cargo volumes, affecting manufacturers, cargo carriers and conversion specialists.

Key points

  • Boeing sees demand for nearly 3,000 new and converted freighters over two decades.
  • Air cargo traffic is expected to double by 2045.
  • Emissions regulations are expected to cut the freighter options available.

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