Trade Air was founded in April 1994 in Zagreb, Croatia.

Trade Air specialises in performing ACMI flights, ad hoc charter flights, chain of charter flights, as well as being a certified transporter of a dangerous goods. At the moment, the company operates with four A320 with 180 seats and one A319 with 109 seats. Additionally, the airline operates scheduled 30-seater operations in Croatia. Trade Air has operated for more than 60 airlines, mostly in Europe, as well as Africa, the Middle East, Asia and even Australia. Its clients range from small airlines to major legacy carriers. The airline has been continuously IOSA certified since 2008.