Miami International Airport (MIA) and Kale Logistics Solutions have launched the world’s first AI-powered Airport Cargo Community System (ACCS) to streamline cargo operations, reduce truck congestion, improve efficiency and support sustainable air freight movement.

The initiative was announced on 27 October 2026 during The International Air Cargo Association TIACA Air Cargo Forum in Miami. The platform introduces a shared digital portal connecting freight forwarders, cargo handlers, truckers, airlines and ground-handling agencies, enabling more seamless information exchange and improved coordination among supply chain stakeholders.

The ACCS aims to streamline cargo operations through better communication, advance planning and truck scheduling, reducing waiting times, improving productivity and supporting sustainable operations.

MIA handled a record 3.4 million US tons of freight in 2025, ranking first in the US and third globally. Its operations average 190 cargo-only flights and over 1,600 truck trips daily, highlighting the need for digital cargo solutions.

According to the estimates shared for the initiative, implementing the system across MIA’s entire cargo operation could help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 5,900 US tons, save the equivalent of 3,000 trees and generate up to $250 million in annual operational cost savings across the air cargo supply chain. These projections are based on assumptions including a 15% reduction in paper handling and an average two-hour improvement in truck turnaround time.

Amar More, Co-founder and CEO of Kale Logistics Solutions, emphasised the importance of collaboration and real-time visibility in managing high-volume cargo operations, where even small inefficiencies can create significant operational challenges.

Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava highlighted the initiative’s potential to streamline cargo movements, strengthen businesses reliant on international trade and support employment while advancing operational efficiency and sustainability. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, Esq., Miami International Airport Director and CEO Ralph Cutié, and Port of Miami Director and CEO Jonathan Daniels also attended the announcement.

Beyond improving local cargo handling, the platform is intended to establish digital infrastructure that could connect MIA with international partner airports and support more efficient cargo movements along designated global trade lanes.

The launch marks a significant step towards the digital transformation of airport cargo operations, demonstrating how AI-powered coordination and shared data infrastructure can help build more connected, efficient and sustainable global air freight networks.