Blocked Funds Drop to $1.8 billion with Major Clearance in Nigeria; Challenges Persist
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a 28% decrease in the amount of airline funds blocked from repatriation by governments. The total blocked funds at the end of […]
Passenger Demand Up 13.8% in March- IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: • Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 13.8% […]
2024 Meetings Africa to welcome new African Exhibitors
Excitement is steadily mounting for Meetings Africa 2024, with the inclusion of four new dynamic African exhibitors. These additions promise to enrich the diverse array of proudly African products and […]
World Safety and Operations Conference Underway in Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam – The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) announced that the inaugural World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) has begun in Hanoi, Vietnam under the theme “Leadership in Action: […]
Passenger Demand Continues Strong in July – IATA
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the post-COVID recovery momentum continued in July for passenger markets. Total traffic in July 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers […]
Focus Africa Conference to Strengthen Aviation’s Contribution to African Development
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the Focus Africa Conference will delve into six priorities under IATA’s Focus Africa initiative to strengthen aviation’s contribution to the continent’s economic […]
Nominations Open for 2023 IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2023 IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards. Nominations will be accepted from all individuals or organizations […]
States Progress towards Long Term Aspirational Goal on Aviation Emissions
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomed progress by states towards a long-term aspirational goal (LTAG) of net-zero aviation carbon emissions by 2050 in line with the Paris […]
Premature Return to Pre-Pandemic Slot Rules Risks Continued Passenger Disruption- IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed concern that a premature return to pre-pandemic slot use rules in the EU this winter risks continuing disruption to passengers. The European Commission […]
