Airlines and Airports Have their Eyes Open to Human Trafficking
In support of the United Nations World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Airports Council International (ACI) World and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasized their joint commitment and work to help combat human trafficking. Aviation connects the world, carrying more than four billion passengers a year, but this global network is also used nefariously […]
15 Airlines Globally Earn Five Stars in OAG"™s Latest On-Time Performance Star Ratings
OAG, the global leader in flight information, has released its On-time Performance (OTP) Star Ratings, which accredits the top airlines and airports around the world for superior punctuality performance. Notable carrier performances across the globe include Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways (five stars each) and Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and KLM-Royal Dutch Airlines (four […]
IATA DG: Govts shouldn"™t use airports"™ privatisation to raise fund
Alexandre de Juniac is a Frenchbusinessman. He previously served as the Chair and CEO of Air France (2011-2013) and later as CEO of Air France"“KLM (2013-2016). He is also the current Director General and CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). He spoke to WOLE SHADARE at the just-concluded IATA AGM in Sydney, Australia […]
IATA calls for stronger economic regulations at Australia’s airports
Effective regulatory solution needed to ensure competitive infrastructure in the region says IATA Director General and CEO Alexandre de Juniac. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has voiced its concerns over Australian airport charges, calling for a strengthening of economic regulations in the region. IATA is currently working with Airlines for Australia and New Zealand […]
Copa Airlines expands to daily service between Panama and Tampa
Starting next month, Copa Airlines will expand to daily service between Tampa and Panama, up from four days a week. «Having flights from Panama seven days a week makes it easier for our Latin American guests to come enjoy our world-famous beaches, museums, nightlife and amusement parks,» said Tampa International Airport"™s CEO Joe Lopano. «The […]
The Best and Worst Airlines and Airports of 2018
Last summer, on a bucket list trip through Southern Africa, I took a total of six flights with South African Airways. On the first one, a 15-hour trip from New York"™s JFK Airport to Johannesburg, my air vent and seat-back screens were both broken. On my next five flights, the situation was only marginally better. […]
Aviation Leaders at the 2018 IATA Annual General Meeting Want to Ease Logistical Tension with International Travel
This week, IATA"™s 74th Annual General Meeting took place in Sydney, Australia and more than 1,000 leaders gathered together to hear about new innovations and look at ongoing challenges facing the airline industry. Some of the key topics discussed at this year"™s meeting included airport privatization, protectionist barrier reform, and how data and connectivity continue […]
Strengthen Economic Regulation of Australia"™s Airports
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for economic regulation of airports in Australia to be strengthened. «At a time when we have an infrastructure crisis globally, Australia has a good story to tell. The plans for a new airport at Badgerys Creek are encouraging, as are efforts for cooperation between civil and military […]
¿Podrá Colombia triplicar su tráfico aéreo a 2030?
Con una tasa de crecimiento sostenida de entre 7 % y 8 %, el país podría alcanzar los 94 millones de pasajeros anuales en poco más de una década. El desarrollo de infraestructura será clave para lograrlo. El tema de la posición estratégica de Colombia entre dos océanos y en medio de un gran continente, […]
Strengthen Economic Regulation of Australia"™s Airports
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for economic regulation of airports in Australia to be strengthened. «At a time when we have an infrastructure crisis globally, Australia has a good story to tell. The plans for a new airport at Badgerys Creek are encouraging, as are efforts for cooperation between civil and military […]
