Becomes first carrier to do so Cathay Cargo has made a significant stride in digitalising air cargo operations by becoming the first carrier to implement the
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December ended on a high note The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that global air passenger demand in 2024 reached unprecedented levels, marking a significant milestone for the aviation industry. According to IATA’s latest full-year and December 2024 passenger market performance report, air traffic grew by 10.4% compared to 2023, surpassing
16th month of consecutive growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for the global air cargo markets in November 2024, reporting a solid performance. Total demand for air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose 8.2% compared to November 2023, marking the 16th consecutive month of growth. International operations contributed a
ACI acknowledges efforts of airports Airports Council International (ACI) World has responded to the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) white paper on slot regulation and airport capacity. ACI World highlighted the mounting challenge of meeting global air traffic demand and underlined the importance of collaboration among aviation stakeholders to address this
Amid global airport capacity crisis The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has warned that a growing airport capacity crisis threatens freedom of travel and global economies. The association’s latest report, published in a white paper, calls for urgent changes to airport slot regulations to incentivise airports to maximise capacity from existing infrastructure.
For safety standards compliance The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its new initiative, the IATA Air Cargo Device Assessment Program. The programme seeks to validate air cargo tracking devices, data loggers, and sensor-equipped technologies. It aims to ensure these devices meet rigorous industry safety standards and play a crucial role in
Including convenience and digital solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the findings from its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, highlighting that passengers increasingly prioritise convenience, speed, and integrating advanced technology to improve their travel experience. The survey indicates a growing demand for digital solutions such as
‘Consumer pricing freedom at risk‘ The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has strongly criticised the Spanish government’s decision to override European Union law by removing passenger cabin baggage fees and imposing fines on airlines totalling €179 million. IATA argues that the move threatens essential consumer choice and competition,
In a groundbreaking pilot project The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has successfully demonstrated that the global aviation industry can deliver a fully digital travel experience, marking a significant milestone in modernising air travel. The achievement came through a proof-of-concept (PoC) involving two passengers who used digital wallets and travel
International travel plays a pivotal role Global passenger demand in September 2024 reached unprecedented levels, marking the highest September figures on record. According to the latest data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), total demand, as measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), surged by 7.1% compared to September 2023. Capacity,
Mission aims to drive circularity solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has partnered with the Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF) to introduce a standardised Cabin Waste Composition Audit (CWCA) programme aimed at enhancing circularity within the aviation sector. The initiative marks a significant step towards managing and reducing cabin waste
Africa emerged as the strongest performer The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported robust growth in global air cargo demand for May 2024, marking the sixth consecutive month of double-digit year-on-year expansion. According to the latest data released by IATA, demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), surged by 14.7% compared to May 2023,
As Per Latest IATA Report The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its latest data, revealing a significant 11% surge in global passenger demand for April 2024 compared to April 2023. This surge in demand indicates the travel industry’s ongoing recovery from the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and signals a potential for […]
UAE Is First-Time Venue The global aviation industry’s most influential figures are converging in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the 80th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit scheduled from June 2-4, 2024. This is the first time the event is hosted in the UAE, with Emirates […]
Warns Of Economic And Environmental Consequences In a stern rebuke to the German government, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has criticised the recent surge in aviation taxes, cautioning against its detrimental impact on the German economy and environmental sustainability efforts. Effective May 1, 2024, German levies on air travel soared by 19%, ranging
New Study Offers Mitigation Strategies The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the ‘Reassessing Single-Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector’ report, which aims to aid airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain in mitigating the environmental impacts of single-use plastic products (SUPP). Released at a crucial juncture, the
All Regions Reported Double-Digit Growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a substantial increase in global passenger demand for February 2024 compared to last year. According to the latest data released by the IATA, global passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPKs), soared by an impressive 21.5% in February 2024
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