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IATA: 2024 Off to Strong Start, Passenger Demand Up 16.6% in January

Global passenger demand is indicating a strong start for the year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Aviation: Flight Disruption is 300% Above Historical Norms

Flight disruption remains 300% above historical norms as the aviation industry is up against a skills shortage and the rapid return of demand for air travel.

AFEA Travel and Congress Splits into Two Companies

Athens-based AFEA Travel and Congress, a Greek company of corporate travel consultants, incentive planners and congress services, said it will split into two independent companies.

IATA: Total 2023 Air Traffic Edged Closer to pre-Covid Levels

Total air traffic in 2023 managed to recoup 94.1% of pre-pandemic 2019 levels and surpass 2022 by 36.9%.

IATA and ICAO Extend Cooperation for Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have extended cooperation on implementing global standards for dangerous goods shipments by air.

Greek Passport 5th on the List of the World’s Most Powerful

The Greek passport moved up the list of the world’s most powerful ranking 5th in 2024 and enabling visa-free travel to 190 destinations worldwide.

IATA: oneworld’s Member Airlines to Calculate Emissions with ‘CO2 Connect’ Tool

Thirteen oneworld member airlines will contribute operational data to IATA’s CO2 Connect emissions calculator, hence improving the quality and accuracy of the tool.

EU: Bulgaria and Romania to Join Schengen Area Starting with Air and Sea Borders

Bulgaria and Romania are to join the Schengen area, starting with lifting controls at air and sea borders as of March 2024.

IATA Rolls Out Next Generation System to Support Contactless Travel

IATA has rolled out the next generation travel documentation system that supports contactless travel.

IATA: Passenger Demand Recovery Continues on Track in October

Global passenger traffic is now at 98.2% of pre-COVID levels, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

IATA and ARC Extend Direct Data Solutions Partnership

IATA and ARC have extended their Direct Data Solutions partnership that offers subscribing airlines the most comprehensive global set of airline sales, market and itinerary data.

SKY express Joins IATA’s 25by2025 Initiative to Promote Gender Equality in Aviation

SKY express has joined the 25by25 initiative of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which aims to achieve a 25% increase in the number of women in senior positions in aviation by the year 2025.

Air Fare Hikes Create Controversy Between Airports and Airlines

The cost of air fares in relation to inflation has led to a disagreement between Europe’s airports and airlines.

WTTC Announces Major Speakers for its 23rd Global Summit in Rwanda

The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) gears up for its stellar 23rd Global Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, this week, with big names set to take to the stage.

Air Travel: 80% of Passengers with Disabilities are Satisfied with Special Assistance Services

Progress has been made towards the aviation industry’s commitment to passengers with disabilities, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

IATA: Global Passenger Traffic Now at 95.6% of pre-COVID Levels

Global passenger traffic in the Northern Hemisphere this July reached 95.6% of pre-COVID levels.

Airlines to Pay for UK Flight Control Meltdown, Says IATA

The UK's National Air Traffic Services (NATS) software error causes major disruption, airlines to pay for passengers' care.

Greek Passport Ranks 7th Among the World’s Strongest

The Greek passport is ranked 7th among the world’s most powerful passports on the Henley Index.

IATA Releases Industry Net Zero Tracking Methodology for Aviation

IATA will publish an annual Track Zero report using its Net Zero Tracking Methodology to report industry-level progress towards aviation’s commitment to Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Emirates to Host IATA’s 80th Annual General Meeting in Dubai

Emirates will host the 80th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Dubai in June 2024.