Cargo operations soars to new heights in Houston
With a total of more than 537,700 t of freight for IAH and HOU combined, last year was the best on record for Houston’s cargo operations. The figure represents a steep 16% increase from 2020 and a 1.3% increase from 2019. An increase in domestic air freight in general was the primary factor for the surge in cargo volume.
“As we have seen many times in the past, some foreign carriers have entered the market with passenger service only, but after witnessing the cargo demand have also started scheduling all-cargo service, in addition to the passenger flights,” said Luis Aviles, Houston airports air cargo development manager.
“So there will be much room for growth in the coming years for Houston’s cargo industry and cargo operations at Bush and Hobby airports.” (cj)