{
  "id": 16624472,
  "title": "AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/ai-air-freight-drives-kuehne-nagel-profit-increase",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-26T15:26:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "FreightWaves",
    "slug": "freightwaves",
    "url": "https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-air-freight-drives-kuehnenagel-profit-increase"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuehne+Nagel, the world's largest freight forwarder by gross revenue, reported a 22% increase in revenue to $8.97 billion and a 53% rise in pre-tax earnings to $527 million in the third quarter. The company's strong third-quarter results were driven by artificial intelligence (AI) related air freight demand and ongoing cost controls, which surpassed analysts' estimates. Air logistics revenue grew by 38% year-over-year to $2.88 billion, while pre-tax earnings grew 84% during the quarter and were up 35% year-to-date. The air and ocean forwarding business outperformed competitors by securing more business from Chinese retail marketplaces and hyperscalers, taking market share from rivals. Management reported annualized cost savings of $242 million by year's end, with productivity contributing to increased operating profit. Kuehne+Nagel expects further volume gains during the peak season, particularly in high-yielding segments. The company is also investing in cold chain capabilities for pharmaceutical customers and plans to expand its digital logistics solutions footprint in Chennai, India.",
  "summary": "Logistics behemoth Kuehne+Nagel reported strong results in the third quarter, powered by hyperscaler demand for air cargo and productivity gains. The post AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase appeared first on FreightWaves .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}