Building the diversity business case

It now has some 188 signatories, representing over 50% of IATA member airlines or some 55% of global traffic. Jane Hoskisson, IATA’s Director Talent, Learning, Engagement & Diversity, says a critical mass has been achieved. “Through these airlines, the industry is committed to increasing diversity in its workforce,” she says. “The focus is now on […]

How biofuels can help struggling airlines

Biofuels have been on the radar for commercial airlines for more than a decade. Virgin Atlantic and Air New Zealand both tested Boeing 747s in 2008 using a blend of regular aircraft fuel and biofuel. Dutch airline KLM operated the first commercial flight using a biofuel mixture in June 2011. Continental Airlines, which has since […]