The Dube Cargo Terminal at King Shaka International Airport reported a 7% annual increase in airfreight volumes, handling 15,429 tonnes in the recent financial year. A spokesperson for Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone attributed this growth to rising perishable exports, including fruit and meat destined for Europe and the Middle East, alongside increased shipments of high-value goods like automotive components.
This upward trend signals a recovery for KwaZulu-Natal's air cargo sector, supported by specialized air charters and enhanced airport connectivity. Infrastructure investments in facilities such as cold storage and bonded warehouses have improved the handling of time-sensitive shipments.
The expansion strengthens South Africa's role in international supply chains and supports local agricultural and manufacturing exporters. The increased activity demonstrates the region's improving logistics capabilities.
This upward trend signals a recovery for KwaZulu-Natal's air cargo sector, supported by specialized air charters and enhanced airport connectivity. Infrastructure investments in facilities such as cold storage and bonded warehouses have improved the handling of time-sensitive shipments.
The expansion strengthens South Africa's role in international supply chains and supports local agricultural and manufacturing exporters. The increased activity demonstrates the region's improving logistics capabilities.
