IATA News Page 52
IATA disappointed with CJEU opinion - urges global solution through ICAO
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed its disappointment in the opinion of the Advocate General of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) which did not support the air transport industry’s challenge to Europe’s plan to include international aviation in its emissions trading scheme (EU-ETS) from 2012.
IATA calls for harmonization and vigilance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments and other aviation stakeholders to join airlines in a partnership to improve aviation security and the experience of both travelers and shippers.
Shifting gears downward slowing passenger demand and shrinking freight markets
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced traffic results for August. While passenger demand was up 4.5% over the previous August, this represents a significant slowing from the 6.0% recorded in July.
IATA calls for global solution to reduce CO2 emissions
The International Air Transport Association reiterated the air transport industry’s commitment to its ambitious agenda to reduce CO2 emissions and urged the European Union to abandon its misguided plans to include aviation in the EU Emissions Trading Scheme commencing in 2012.
IATA discusses Indonesia safety and infrastructure challenges
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called on Indonesia to implement coordinated policy measures to reap the economic and social benefits of a successful aviation industry.
IATA warns of a tough year ahead
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has changed its industry profit expectations to $6.9 billion from $4.0 billion which it projected in June.
IATA iFlex trial gets underway
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has completed the first iFlex trial between Johannesburg and Atlanta. The iFlex concept provides for a greater and more flexible choice of routes on long-haul operations which cross multiple flight information regions to deliver shorter flight times, improved, fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions while maintaining safety.
IATA data reveals increase in aviation passenger numbers
The International Air Transport Association has revealed a slight increase in passenger numbers during July as it confirmed its monthly traffic results. Passenger travel was up 5.9 per cent when compared to July 2010 the trade body confirmed.
Passenger traffic hits a speed bump in June
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced traffic results for June which showed a slight softening in demand for both air travel and freight markets
IATA strengthens MENA presence
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) yesterday celebrated 20 years of its presence in Jordan with the inauguration of an expanded Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Regional Office in Amman.
IATA: Muted traffic figures in June
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced traffic results for June which showed a slight softening in demand for both air travel and freight markets. Compared to June 2010, passenger demand was up 4.4 per cent while freight demand was three per cent lower, IATA said.
Flying or Falling? The Future of the Global Aviation Industry
While perhaps the most global of industries, aviation has failed to create a truly global airline. But with rising fuel costs, falling prices and natural disasters all taking a toll, the crunch for legacy carriers across the globe is fast approaching. Here Breaking Travel News looks at the various strategies open to airlines as they seek to survive.