ACI World releases 2023 list of top cargo airports
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- Wednesday, 17 April 2024
Airports Council International (ACI) World has published its preliminary top 10 busiest cargo airports world wide for 2023.
Luis Felipe de Oliveira, director general ACI World said: “Notably, cargo continues to play a key role in world commerce despite the year-over-year decrease. Hong Kong International Airport has maintained the top position, followed by Memphis International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
"Doha International Airport rejoins the top 10, jumping to number eight with a growth of 6.3 per cent over 2019.
“The rankings highlight the crucial role these transportation hubs play in global connectivity, commerce and economic development.
"Airports continue to demonstrate their resilience and adaptability amidst the challenges posed by the ever-evolving landscape of global cargo.”
• Air cargo volumes are estimated to have decreased by 3.1 per cent year-over-year (-4.6 per cent versus 2019), to close-to 113 million tonnes in 2023.
• Air cargo volumes in the top 10 — representing around 26 per cent (29.6 million tonnes) of the global volumes in 2023 —lost 3.5 per cent in 2023 year-over-year. The decline can be attributed to the ongoing geopolitical tensions and disruptions to global trade and supply chains.
• Hong Kong International Airport remained in top rank followed by Memphis International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Anchorage Airport ranks 4th and is followed by Incheon International Airport in 5th.
