‘Investments & improved infra will boost global trade competitiveness’

Apeksha Gupta, Head of Skilling, VCJ Foundation said, “The government’s focus on upgrading infrastructure and warehousing for air cargo, especially for high-value perishables and agricultural products, is poised to significantly boost air cargo growth. By streamlining cargo screening and customs protocols, reducing transit times, and enhancing supply chain resilience, this initiative will attract more investments and improve global trade competitiveness. With the ambitious target of handling 10 million tonnes of air cargo by 2030, these measures will drive substantial growth in the logistics and warehousing sectors, benefiting both urban and rural markets. According to IATA, air cargo volumes are predicted to rise by 5.8% in 2025, reaching 72.5 million tonnes.”