A Key Player in Economic Development
Air cargo is a trade facilitator that contributes to global economic development and creates millions of jobs, 86.5 million jobs are supported by aviation worldwide. Have you ever wondered what air cargo transports? How many horses are transported annually? F1 race cars? Pets? Flowers? Vaccines? What is the value of these goods worldwide? IATA has developed several posters highlighting the quantity of goods transported.
The global economy depends on delivering high-quality products at competitive prices to consumers worldwide. Air cargo transports over US $8 trillion worth of goods annually, accounting for approximately 33% of world trade by value!
The airline industry has become the most effective means of transporting cargo in a safe and timely manner. Air cargo is critical in flying temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals in the best conditions, using cutting-edge technologies and procedures. The World Health Organization estimates that immunization programs prevent up to 3 million child deaths annually.
Raise awareness of the value of air cargo
To raise awareness of the value of air cargo, IATA has produced several posters highlighting how air cargo supports global trade and our world.