Anchorage Airport Tops US, 3rd Globally in Cargo

0:00Anchorage's Ted Stevens International Airport just claimed the top spot for air cargo in the United States and third place worldwide. That's according to the Airports Council International's latest rankings based on freight and mail handled in 2025, including transit, cargo. It marks a big jump from recent years when the airport sat second in the country and fourth globally back in 2023 and 20, 24. This success highlights Anchorage's prime spot on key flight routes, letting planes hit nearly 90% of the industrialized world in under 10 hours. It's become the go-to hub linking Asia with North America and points beyond boosting global trade flows. A fresh report outlines $160 million in cargo upgrades set to roll out next year, keeping the momentum strong. With these gains, Anchorage is locking in its edge as a powerhouse and worldwide shipping, ready to handle even more volume down the line. Local news, powered by AI, this is Anchorage News Today.