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Airlines Rebalance Asia Pacific Traffic Amid Iran War

15 May 2026

The Middle East’s geographic position makes it a major global transfer hub, shaping traffic flows across many long-haul corridors, particularly linking Asia Pacific with other regions.

The Potential of Energy Crops

8 May 2026

Energy crops can boost biomass availability while promoting positive environmental outcomes such as improved soil health, water quality, and biodiversity, as well as avoiding potential land-use-change issues.

Travelers opt to stay closer to home this summer

22 May 2026

Despite the major disruption to travel caused by the war in Iran and the exceptionally high jet fuel prices,
global air passenger ticket bookings rose by 6% in March and April, for travel between June and September,
compared to the same months in 2025.

Understanding Variability in Air Cargo Emissions Tools

24 April 2026

There are significant discrepancies in the flight emissions data available to shippers, depending on the emissions calculator used. 

Air Cargo and US Imports: Frontloading and Beyond

17 April 2026

Air cargo was central to enabling frontloading in early 2025 and continues to play an important role in US imports in 2026, notably in comparison to US imports by other modes of transport.

Low-Volume Routes Most Vulnerable to Being Discontinued

10 April 2026

Globally, 6,500 routes operated in 2024 were discontinued in 2025. In total, routes offering less than 20,000 seats constituted 41.8% of the global network but 91.8% of all cancelations. 

Loss of Within-Europe Regional Connectivity

2 April 2026

The aviation market in Europe is expanding significantly, as passenger numbers were 26% higher in 2025 than in 2016.

Global Air Traffic Disruptions in Strategic Middle East Hub

27 March 2026

Thanks to its strategic location, the Middle East is a global transit hub for long-haul travel. 10% of all global international Revenue Passenger-Kilometers (RPK) passed through airports in the region in 2025.

The Long-Term Trends in Global GDP-RPK Growth

20 March 2026

Global air travel demand, measured by Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPKs), is expected to grow by 2.9%-3.3% per year from 2024 to 2050, according to the Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP) published by IATA recently. 

Sudden Change is More Challenging Than High Fuel Prices

13 March 2026

Jet Fuel is the highest cost for airlines (along with labor), and fluctuations in fuel prices have an important effect on the airline industry's profitability.

Middle East Conflict Exposes Jet Fuel Supply Vulnerabilities

6 March 2026

The conflict in the Middle East that escalated on 28 February 2026 has severely disrupted global energy flows, exposing deep vulnerabilities in jet fuel security.

Seasonal Demand Spike Mirrors Western Holiday Highs

27 February 2026

Traffic volumes during the 2026 Lunar New Year period are expected to be 10.8% higher than levels observed so far this year for a regular day, underscoring the sustained strength of seasonal demand. 

Are e-SAF Projects Emerging in Cost-Competitive Locations?

20 February 2026

e-SAF is expected to account for over 40% of the total SAF needs by 2050. Yet, no commercial-scale eSAF facilities are currently in operation, and the risk of insufficient supply, particularly by 2030, is increasing. 

Charging e-SAF Supply in 2030

13 February 2026

E-SAF is defined as a renewable fuel of non-biological origin and requires a significant amount of renewable electricity to produce.

Another Year With Fewer New Airlines Starting Operations

6 February 2026

In 2025, only 28 new airlines commenced operations, marking the lowest number of market entrants since 1999. 

South and East Europe Lead Growth in European Flights

30 January 2026

Aircraft departures and arrivals (movements) across Europe increased by 8% between 2017 and 2025.

Delays caused by European ANSPs cost EUR 17.5 billion

23 January 2026

Air traffic flow management (ATFM) delays caused by European Air Navigation Providers (ANSPs) generated a cost of EUR 17.5 billion for passengers and airlines between 2015 and 2025.

A Record Festive Season for Global Air Travel

16 January 2026

 Christmas and New Year are the peak periods for air travel. Millions return home to reunite with families or take advantage of the year-end holidays.