CONTINUING AN -month trend of slower growth, demand for international freight rose 2.4% in February following a 3.0% increase in January, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). International passenger demand on the other hand increased by 6. % The Middle East, with its rise, 15.4% led the way boosted by oilled economic growth and increased capacity. However, high fuel costs and strong competition from other modes of transport continue to limit air freight demand in Europe (-0.6%) Africa (-2.0%) and Asia (4.4%), particularly on shorter haul routes.
