One of the most important global airfreight gateways is facing the specter of tighter measures that could have a profound impact on cargo capacity.

According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the Hong Kong government is looking to implement measures next week that include a mandatory 14-day quarantine for airline crews.

This would apply to those on passenger and freighter aircraft returning to the territory after an international layover – so far they have been exempt from quarantine requirements.

The impact of the new quarantine mandate for returning flight crews could bring serious repercussions to longhaul networks.

Source: The Loadstar