From saving lives to reshaping global logistics, cargo drones are no longer the future, they are the present

From startups like Airbound scaling healthcare deliveries in Bengaluru to global leaders like Zipline and Manna Aero raising millions, drone logistics is rapidly gaining momentum.

Beyond last-mile delivery, companies like LODD Autonomous and Natilus are now pushing into middle-mile operations with higher payloads and longer ranges.

With strong funding, real-world use cases, and global expansion, cargo drones are transforming how goods move across industries from healthcare to e-commerce.

Why is the U.S. Department of Transportation pushing back against the shift of cargo flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Navi Mumbai International Airport?

The proposed move by Adani Group aims to relocate freighter operations between August 2026 and May 2027 due to ongoing upgrades at Mumbai's main airport. However, U.S. authorities have warned that forcing carriers like FedEx to move could violate the US-India Air Transport Agreement.

This treaty ensures fair access, protects airline rights, and prevents discriminatory practices. The U.S. believes the move may not be purely operational, but could also be aimed at boosting traffic at the new airport-raising concerns over competition and control in India's aviation sector.

If tensions escalate, this could lead to retaliatory measures, impact airline operations, and even affect broader trade relations.

Watch the full video to understand what's at stake and what could happen next.

Amazon has officially launched Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS) - opening its powerful freight, warehousing, fulfillment, and parcel delivery network to businesses everywhere.

From Procter & Gamble to 3M, global brands are already tapping into Amazon's logistics engine. This is more than a new service; it's Amazon declaring that the future of supply chain runs through its network.

Dive deeper into how ASCS is reshaping logistics, just like AWS reshaped technology.

Lufthansa Cargo introduced Globe Cross to upgrade end-to-end e-commerce logistics, customs clearance, and digital cross-border shipment services.