Growth Potential At Latin American Airlines
Latin American and Caribbean carriers, and their countries, appear to be on the winning side of the geopolitical and tariff-strewn headwinds that are buffeting airlines and economies elsewhere. Some of the shifts and trends being seen this year in terms of air traffic growth or decline are marked. IATA data show that in July, Latin […]
Passenger Demand Grows 4.6% in August
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 4.6% compared to August 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 4.5% year-on-year. The August load factor was 86.0% (+0.1 ppt compared to August […]
Air Cargo Resilience Continues: August Demand Up 4.1%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for August 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to August 2024 levels (+5.1% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.7% compared to August 2024 (+5.5% for international operations). “Air cargo […]
IATA and Industry Partners Urge Governments to Expedite Release of CORSIA Eligible Emissions Units
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with carbon market stakeholders, is calling on governments worldwide to urgently address the extremely limited supply of carbon credits available for airlines to fulfill their obligations under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). Specifically, the signatories call on governments to issue Letters of Authorization (LoAs) which […]
ICAO Council President Sciacchitano’s State of Global Aviation sets agenda for industry’s future
ICAO Council President Salvatore Sciacchitano laid out an ambitious vision for transforming global aviation to meet unprecedented growth and challenges ahead through his “State of Global Aviation” opening address to the organization’s 42nd Assembly. «The world is watching, and future generations will live with the legacy we create here,» Sciacchitano told the more than 3,000 […]
GOL expands environmental commitment with renewal of IEnvA certification
GOL Linhas Aéreas renewed its certification IEnvA (IATA Environmental Assessment), granted by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which covers Flight Operations and Corporate Buildings. The seal recognizes that the Company maintains a validated Environmental Management System that complies with international standards. To achieve the renewal, GOL underwent an external audit and made identified adjustments […]
Copa Airlines sees excessive lawsuits in Brazil
Copa Airlines plans to increase its weekly flights in Brazil from 83 to 95 starting in January, setting a new record, according to Robert Carey, the carrier’s global vice president. The growth is driven by Panama’s strategic location, which allows Copa to connect nearly the entire continent without needing wide-body aircraft. Despite the expansion, Mr. […]
WSOC 2025 to Lay Foundations for an Even Safer Future
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) will take place from 14–16 October 2025 in Xiamen, China, hosted by Xiamen Airlines. “This year’s WSOC will have a future focus. Our efforts to date have made aviation operations safer. Evolving technologies, including AI, will enable us to do even […]
IATA Appoints Simone Warmbrand Tcherniakovsky as Country Manager for Brazil
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Simone Warmbrand Tcherniakovsky as Country Manager for Brazil, effective 1 September 2025. Based in São Paulo, Simone will lead IATA’s activities in Brazil, working closely with airlines, government authorities, and industry stakeholders to advance the safe, efficient, and sustainable development of air […]
The Lufthansa Group advances NDC in partnership with Singapore Airlines
With New Distribution Capability (NDC) remaining central to its global 2025 distribution strategy, the Lufthansa Group continues its leadership in modern airline retailing. Recognised by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as having the most advanced API in the industry, the Lufthansa Group is now expanding its connectivity and content offerings through direct and NDC […]
