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Strengthened Profitability Expected in 2025 Even as Supply Chain Issues Persist
IATA announced its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025, which shows a slight strengthening of profitability amid ongoing cost and supply chain challenges.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Sustainability
- Regulations & Law
- Airline Operations
- Passenger Experience
- Travel & Tourism
- Value of Aviation
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
$1.7 Billion in Airline Funds Blocked by Governments
IATA reported that $1.7 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of the end of October 2024.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Regulations & Law
- All Regions
International Community Aligns on Air Travel Accessibility Priorities
Aviation stakeholders and disability advocates established key priorities for improving global air travel accessibility.
- Press Release
- Passenger Experience
- All Regions
IATA Disappointed with Decision to Pursue Compensation in the US
IATA is disappointed that the Biden Administration has announced its long-threatened compensation scheme for airline delays and cancelations.
- Press Release
- Regulations & Law
- Passenger Experience
- The Americas
IATA Expands Presence in United Arab Emirates
IATA has opened an expanded office in Abu Dhabi featuring a new training center.
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- Other
- Africa & Middle East
Solid Growth in Passenger Demand Continued in October
IATA released data for October 2024 global passenger demand, showing continued solid growth.
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- Economics
- Passenger Experience
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Air Cargo Demand up 9.8% in October 2024 - 15th Month of Consecutive Growth
IATA released data for October 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
IATA Condemns Spanish Cabin Baggage Decision
IATA condemned a decision by the Spanish government to override European law, remove cabin baggage fees for passengers in Spain and fine airlines EUR 179 million.
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- Regulations & Law
- Passenger Experience
- Europe
IATA Wings of Change Europe Conference Calls for EU to Prioritize Competitiveness and Sustainability
The International Air Transport Association’s Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) event concluded with a call for industry and governments to work together with practical actions to make Europe more competitive and sustainable.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Sustainability
- Europe
IATA and ASA Strengthen Cooperation
IATA and ASA are strengthening their collaboration to improve ground handling safety and efficiency.
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- Safety
- Ground Operations
- Cargo
- All Regions
Passenger Demand Reaches September All-Time High
IATA released data for September 2024 global passenger demand, reaching a September all-time high.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Passenger Experience
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
September Saw 9.4% Growth for Air Cargo
IATA released data for September 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Fully Digital Travel Experience Closer to Reality
IATA and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Passenger Experience
- All Regions
Passengers Want Convenience and Technology to Improve Processes, Regional Preferences Diverging
IATA released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, revealing that travelers continue to prioritize convenience and speed.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Airport Infrastructure
- Passenger Experience
- Travel & Tourism
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Aviation Priorities for Thailand – Infrastructure, Digitalization and Sustainability
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged Thailand to strengthen the foundations of its aviation sector as it emerges from the impact of COVID-19.
- Press Release
- Travel & Tourism
- Asia Pacific
IATA to Offer Digital Currencies in Financial Settlement Systems
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Passenger Experience
- Asia Pacific
- North Asia
IATA, ICAO, and ACI to Jointly Host Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation
Organized within the context of the 2024 ICAO Year of Facilitation, this novel event is expected to result in the creation and exchange of significant new expertise towards improving the air travel experience of persons living with disabilities.
- Press Release
- Passenger Experience
- All Regions
Statement on the Importance of Protecting Civil Aviation During Times of Conflict
IATA released the following statement reminding governments of the importance of protecting civil aviation, including airport and air navigation infrastructure, during times of conflict.
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- Safety
- All Regions
IATA WFS-WPS: Aligning for the Future
IATA announced that “Aligning for the Future” is the theme of the joint 2024 IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS).
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Passenger Experience
- Asia Pacific
Ninth Straight Months of Double-Digit Growth for Air Cargo in August
IATA released data for August 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
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