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SAF Production Volumes Still Disappointing
IATA released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8% of aviation fuel use, at a cost to airlines of $4.3 billion.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Sustainability
- All Regions
IATA Expands Cargo Services in Brazil, Mexico, and Paraguay
IATA is expanding the presence of its cargo offerings in Latin America, including the Cargo Accounts Settlement Systems (CASS).
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Cargo
- The Americas
Aviation Leaders Gather in Rio de Janeiro for IATA’s 82nd AGM
IATA announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) on 6-8 June 2026.
- Press Release
- Other
- Value of Aviation
- All Regions
- The Americas
IATA-ICAO Deepen Cooperation on Boosting Sustainable Aviation Fuels
IATA and ICAO announced enhanced cooperation at ICAO Aviation Climate Week today to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress and accelerating the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF).
- Press Release
- Sustainability
- All Regions
IATA Launches World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium
IATA announced the launch of the World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES), in Madrid, Spain, on 24–25 June 2026. The e event will address supply chain failures and other challenges in maintenance and engineering.
- Press Release
- Airline Operations
- All Regions
- Europe
Middle East War Leads to 3.4% Fall in Air Passenger Demand in April
IATA released data for April 2026 global passenger demand, showing overall contraction as demand for carriers in the Middle East dropped.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Passenger Experience
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Air Cargo Demand Up 4.0% in April Amid Middle East Disruption
IATA released data for April 2026 global air cargo markets showing growth in demand driven by strong Asia-linked trade flows, amid Middle East disruptions.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
EU Air Connectivity Flatlined Under High Costs and Onerous Regulation
IATA released data showing that European air connectivity essentially flatlined in 2025 with a net 1% growth in the total number of routes connecting the continent (both internally and with other parts of the world).
- Press Release
- Economics
- Regulations & Law
- Value of Aviation
- Europe
IATA Launches Baggage Community System (BCS) to Modernize Global Baggage Messaging
IATA has developed the Baggage Community System (BCS), a secure digital platform to support the progressive adoption of the Modern Baggage Messaging (BIX) standard.
- Press Release
- Airline Operations
- All Regions
Egypt Positioned for Strong Aviation Growth
IATA presented data showing Egypt’s strong aviation growth outlook and called for continued collaboration between government and industry.
- Press Release
- Airport Infrastructure
- Sustainability
- Passenger Experience
- Value of Aviation
- Africa & Middle East
Stronger Standard Implementation, Modern GSE, and Digitalization Are Key to More Resilient Ground Handling
IATA called for stronger implementation of global standards, a transition to modernized ground support equipment (GSE) and greater digitalization in the ground handling sector.
- Press Release
- Airline Operations
- Safety
- All Regions
IATA Pilots Billing & Settlement Plan in Somalia
IATA has launched a pilot of its Billing & Settlement Plan (BSP) in Somalia, paving the way for a full launch of the service at the end of May 2026.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Africa & Middle East
March Passenger Demand Up 2.1% But Sharp Regional Differences
IATA released data for March 2026 global passenger demand, showing continued growth despite disruptions in the Middle East.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Passenger Experience
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Middle East Disruption Impacts Cargo Markets, Demand Falls 4.8% in March
IATA released data for March 2026 global air cargo markets showing a decline in demand due to severe disruptions in the Middle East.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Continued Investment in Aviation Critical as Ethiopia’s Passenger Demand Triples by 2044
IATA called on the Government of Ethiopia to continue prioritizing aviation to sustain the country’s strong demand outlook for air travel.
- Press Release
- Value of Aviation
- Africa & Middle East
IATA Calls on African Governments to Prioritize Aviation for Long Term Economic Growth
IATA called on African governments to prioritize aviation as a strategic enabler of economic and social development.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Sustainability
- Safety
- Value of Aviation
Southwest Joins IATA Schedule Data Exchange Program
Southwest Airlines has joined IATA’s Schedule Data Exchange Program (SDEP), bringing the number of contributing airlines to 190.
- Press Release
- Airline Operations
- Data
- All Regions
- The Americas
CNS Preparing for 2026 Annual Partnership Conference in San Francisco
CNS is gearing up to host its annual Partnership Conference in San Francisco (USA) from 18-20 May 2026.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- The Americas
IATA to Open New Office and BSP in Uzbekistan
IATA announced that it is establishing a permanent presence in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, opening a new office and preparing for the launch of a Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) in the country before the end of the year.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- IATA News
- Value of Aviation
- Europe
IATA Statement on Potential Jet Fuel Shortages
Willie Walsh comments IEA's assessment of potential jet fuel shortages.
- Press Release
- Economics
- Airline Operations
- All Regions
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