The Role of Freight Airlines in the Developing World

Abstract

Air freight transportation is an increasingly important element in the production supply chains of both developed and less-developed countries. This chapter looks at the particular features of air freight transportation that pertain to the developing world. In doing this, it is borne in mind that much of the trade involves international interactions with developed countries and this affects the technology and costs involved. The markets for the transportation of flower products is given particular attention.

Citation

Vega, H. and Button, K. (2023), "The Role of Freight Airlines in the Developing World", Button, K. (Ed.) Airlines and Developing Countries (Advances in Airline Economics, Vol. 10), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 235-252. https://doi.org/10.1108/S2212-160920230000010013