Iata News
IATA figures reveal increase in demand for air transport
Figures from the International Air Transport Association reveal full year 2011 passenger demand rose 5.9 per cent compared to 2010, in line with long-term growth trends. In contrast, cargo markets contracted by 0.7 per cent for the year; but recorded positive demand growth in December of 0.2 per cent.
IATA establishes training partnership with Etihad Airways
The International Air Transport Association Training & Development Institute and Etihad Airways, considered the World’s Leading Airline by the prestigious World Travel Awards, have announced a training partnership during the proceedings of the IATA-AACO Aeropolitical Affairs Forum in Abu Dhabi in a joint effort to develop the human capital of the aviation industry in the region.
Air Transport markets weaken in November
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed global traffic results for November showing a softening in passenger markets while air cargo markets remained weak compared to levels attained earlier in the year.
IATA criticises EU emissions trading decision
The International Air Transport Association has expressed disappointment at the decision by the European Court of Justice to include aviation in the EU emissions trading scheme from 2012. Announcing its decision yesterday, the court dismissed claims from North American carriers that the scheme was illegal under international law.
IATA warns Eurozone crisis will cut profits in aviation industry
The International Air Transport Association has announced revisions to its industry outlook, downgrading its central forecast for airline profits from $4.9 billion to $3.5 billion for 2012. This equates to a net margin of just 0.6 per cent for the industry as a whole.
IATA cautiously welcomes European airport capacity proposals
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reacted cautiously to the publication of the European Commission’s Airport Package of legislation which is aimed at addressing the critical issues of European airport capacity and competitiveness. EU officials released the document last week offering proposals to boost capacity at European airports without further construction.
Qatar Airways chief Al Baker nominated for IATA leadership role
Qatar Airways chief executive Akbar Al Baker has been unanimously nominated to serve on the influential board of governors of the International Air Transport Association. Al Baker was given the vote of confidence by the general assembly of the Arab Air Carriers Organisation – a 27-member Arab regional aviation body – at its annual general meeting held in Abu Dhabi.
AACO 2011: IATA calls for closer integration in MENA aviation
The International Air Transport Association has called for a renewed focus on cooperation among aviation stakeholders in the Middle East and North African region to manage the challenges of growth. Addressing an industry audience at the Arab Air Carriers Organisation annual general meeting in Abu Dhabi, IATA secretary general Tony Tyler said: “Aviation is a challenging industry, so let us work together, where we can, to meet the challenges of growth and make aviation even more successful.”
IATA: Building partnerships for innovation in African aviation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for a renewed focus on aviation safety to help Africa reap the benefits of aviation connectivity. The organization also called for a strong partnership to drive innovative solutions to the other challenges facing aviation in the region: security, environmental sustainability and infrastructure.
IATA in biofuel focus
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on stakeholders in the aviation and air transport fuel supply value chains to join together on three critical areas for innovation: safety, environment and commercial issues.
IATA urged cooperation and innovation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged cooperation and innovation across the aviation value chain and with governments to take advantage of aviation’s ability to drive economic growth.
IATA: Innovation in Airline-Airport Cooperation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called for innovation and a renewed agenda of cooperation in the relationship between airports and airlines.