EU Court Confirms €910 Million Cargo Cartel Fines for 13 Airlines
The EU court has upheld €910 million in cargo cartel fines imposed on 13 airlines, reinforcing antitrust enforcement in the aviation sector.
Jishan Khan 
The EU has confirmed €910 million in fines imposed on 13 airlines over their involvement in an air cargo cartel.
The ruling upholds penalties originally issued by the european union aviation, which found that the airlines had engaged in anti-competitive practices affecting air freight pricing.
The case relates to coordinated activities involving surcharges and other pricing elements within the global air cargo market. European regulators have long pursued enforcement actions to ensure fair competition and protect customers from price-fixing arrangements.
The confirmation of the fines reinforces the European Union’s firm stance on antitrust violations in the aviation sector. Authorities have consistently emphasised that cartel behaviour undermines market transparency and harms both businesses and consumers.
While some airlines may still explore further legal options, the court’s decision represents a significant milestone in one of the aviation industry’s largest competition cases.
The outcome highlights continued regulatory scrutiny of airline alliances, pricing structures, and cargo market practices within Europe and beyond.
