Singapore: A Strategic Air Cargo Hub
Singapore has leveraged its strategic location and innovative ecosystem to become a leading global air cargo hub.
According to the DHL Global Connectedness Report 2024, Singapore is the most globalised country in the world. With Changi Airport at its core, the city-state is evolving into a logistics powerhouse focused on high-value and time-sensitive cargo.
- In 2019, Changi Airport handled 2.01 million tonnes of air freight.
- By 2022, volumes recovered to over 1.5 million tonnes between January and October, with 170,000 aircraft movements—53% of pre-Covid levels.
- Cargo growth was driven by semiconductors, e-commerce, and pharmaceuticals in 2023 and 2024.
- In Q2 2025, Changi handled 516,000 tonnes of airfreight, marking a 6% increase.
Singapore's strategic location and innovative ecosystem position it as a leading air cargo hub.
Author's summary: Singapore is a strategic air cargo hub with a strong logistics ecosystem.