THE PALLET NEWSLETTER

June 2025 Edition

Stay Updated on Air Cargo & Logistics — Uncover What Fuels the Industry

From the President’s Desk

Dear Members,

Summer is in full swing, and what an incredible month we’ve had!

Our Behind the Scenes at O’Hare Airport Tour was a standout success, offering members an exclusive view of the cargo operations that make ORD one of the busiest freight hubs in the world. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our partners at ORD for hosting such an insightful event.

We’re also proud to welcome new members from across the supply chain — from global shipping lines to leading 3PLs and logistics providers. Be sure to connect with them at our upcoming Golf Outing on August 14th — registration and sponsorship opportunities are still open!

Thank you for your ongoing participation. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected air cargo community.

Warm regards,
Christina Aguirre
President, IACAC

📬 Newsletter compiled and edited by Victoria Rahmanovic, IACAC Communications Committee

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📰 IACAC News & Announcements

🎉 Welcome Our Newest Members!

• ✅ Estes Express Lines — One of the nation’s largest LTL carriers providing reliable freight and supply chain solutions across North America.

• ✅ Sigma 3PL — Chicago-based 3PL specializing in e-commerce fulfillment, warehousing, and custom distribution strategies.

• ✅ Lufthansa Cargo — Global leader offering specialized solutions for pharma, valuables, and live animals.

• ✅ FreightZap — Full-service logistics provider offering domestic and international freight solutions across air, ocean, and ground.

• ✅ United Transportation — Midwest carrier focused on intermodal, drayage, and regional trucking.

• ✅ Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) — One of the world’s largest container shipping lines providing integrated global logistics services.

📢 Industry News & Updates — June 2025

✈️ Air Cargo Market Stays Strong Amid Capacity Shifts

Global demand rose 5.9% YoY in May. Pharma, automotive parts, and e-commerce continue to lead growth while Asia-Europe capacity tightens and spot rates rise.

🔗 IATA June Market Brief

🏗 North American Airports Accelerate Cargo Upgrades

ORD’s new pharma-certified facility is now live, while ATL and LAX fast-track cold-chain and automation investments.

🔗 ORD Pharma Facility News

🌱 Sustainability: SAF Use Expanding

Major airlines are increasing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) usage, with more forwarders offering CO₂-offset air freight quotes.

🔗 STAT Times – SAF Progress

🚀 Hot Topics — Quick Scan

• 🧊 Pharma Cold Chain Resilience
  North American airports prepare for summer heat surges.
  🔗 FreightWaves

• 📦 Cross-Border E-Commerce Growth
  Small parcel air freight demand up 12% YoY.
  🔗 The Loadstar

• 🇨🇳 China Exports Hit 2025 High
  PPE and electronics drive export gains.
  🔗 The Loadstar

📅 Upcoming Events & Networking Opportunities

⛳ Annual Golf Outing

🏌️‍♂️ Tee off with IACAC — spots are filling fast!

👉 REGISTER NOW

🍺 Oktoberfest Event

📆 Thursday, September 18, 2025
📍 Church Street Brewing Company, Itasca, IL

Enjoy craft beer, snacks, and casual networking with fellow members. Prost!

👉 STAY TUNED

🗓 2025 IACAC Events Calendar

• JAN 7 — Behind-the-Scenes at UPS Air Cargo ORD

• FEB 13 — IACAC at Puttshack, Oakbrook, IL

• MAR 20 — March Madness at Pop’s Pizza, Roselle, IL

• APR 10 — Global K9 Screen Demonstration, Elk Grove Village, IL

• MAY 1 — Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Tapalpa

• JUN 12 — Chicago Dogs Game, Rosemont, IL

• JUN 26 — Tour of O’Hare Airport

• JULY — TBD

• AUG 14 — Golf Outing, St. Andrews Golf & Country Club, West Chicago, IL

• SEP 18 — Oktoberfest, Church Street Brewery, Itasca, IL

• OCT 16 — IACAC Compliance Day

• NOV 20 — Annual Meeting & Elections, Thornwood Restaurant, Wood Dale, IL

• DEC 9 — Holiday Luncheon

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🎉 Culture & Community

Did You Know?

ORD moves more than 2 million metric tons of cargo annually, ranking among the Top 10 busiest air freight airports worldwide.

📸 Photo of the Month

Our Behind the Scenes at O’Hare Tour gave members an unforgettable all-access experience inside one of the world’s top cargo hubs — from standing beside freighters on the tarmac to watching cargo operations in real time.

👏 Thank you to everyone who attended and to ORD for making this exclusive tour possible!

🏆 IACAC Event Winners — Free Membership Giveaway

At each IACAC event, one free individual membership (or $50 toward a corporate membership) is raffled.

Congratulations to our 2025 winners so far:

• ✅ FEB — Puttshack: Laura Candella, ArcBest

• ✅ MAR — March Madness: Lisa Hennessey, Avalon Risk Management

• ✅ APR — Global K9 Screening: Scott Bergbreiter, PGL

• ✅ MAY — Cinco de Mayo: Jesse Maugle, AWA

• ✅ JUN — Chicago Dogs Game: Dakota Palacios, Dakota Express

👀 Will your name be next? Join us at the August 14 Golf Outing!

📢 Get Involved!

IACAC is always looking for:

• Event sponsors

• Volunteers

• Newsletter contributors

Interested in participating? Get involved today!