In August 2024, Cathay Pacific transported 124,236 tonnes of cargo, marking a 6.3% increase from the previous year, driven by stable demand and an uptick towards the month’s end. Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau noted strong performance in special solutions like Cathay Live Animal and Cathay Pharma, particularly from Southeast Asia and the U.S. Despite a slight decline in cargo revenue tonne kilometres and load factor, tonnage rose by 9.8% in the first eight months of 2024. Looking ahead, robust demand is expected for high-tech goods and e-commerce, complemented by increased flights to North America.

Source: https://www.stattimes.com/air-cargo/cathay-cargo-carried-up-6-in-aug-on-pharma-e-commerce-boost-1353229