Global harmonization through CORSIA remains essential to advance international aviation emissions policies
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is inviting closer cooperation with its Member States to maintain a globally-harmonized approach and strengthen the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), especially by avoiding any duplicative intervention through national or regional measures in a fragmented manner. As Member States move from planning to implementing concrete […]
Upcoming decisions by international regulators will define the future of the world’s aviation markets
BILLIONS of passengers each year now enjoy access to affordable and convenient air services connecting every country—but not yet every community—on Earth. How was this achieved, and what remains to be done? For the last fifty years, the economic regulation of international air transport has been structured around a disciplined process, designed and led by […]
States and Supporting Partners Join IATA’s Alliance to Expand CORSIA Carbon Credit Supply
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the number of entities participating in the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA Eligible Emissions Unit (EEU) Supply has reached 50, with two important developments: The Governments of Guyana, Madagascar, the United Kingdom, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, have signed the Aviation Carbon Market Compact and joined the Supporting Alliance. Several other national […]
Guyana avoids airport congestion challenges as air travel accelerates
As aviation leaders warn that overcrowded airports and rising taxes are threatening growth across Latin America and the Caribbean, Guyana appears better positioned than many regional counterparts to accommodate future increases in passenger traffic. Speaking ahead of the International Air Transport Association (IATA’s) 82nd Annual General Meeting in Rio de Janeiro, Regional Vice President for […]
Brazil’s Opportunity to Be a SAF Powerhouse
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted Brazil’s opportunity to become a SAF powerhouse as its 82nd Annual General Meeting gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This would make Brazil a key player in air transport’s decarbonization, strengthen energy security, and grow Brazil’s economy. Key points to note include: Airlines will need some 500 million tonnes (Mt) of […]
Middle East Disruptions and High Fuel Prices Halve Airline Industry Profitability
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its latest financial outlook for the global airline industry showing a halving of profitability as a result of war-related Middle East disruptions and high fuel prices. The regional landscape, however, is highly differentiated. At the geographic center of the Middle East war, airlines in the Middle East are […]
SAF Production Volumes Still Disappointing
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released estimates showing that global Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production is expected to reach around 2.4 million tonnes in 2026, representing just 0.8% of aviation fuel use, at a cost to airlines of $4.3 billion. “It looks to be another disappointing year for SAF production. Five years after committing to achieve […]
Sustaining and scaling high standards: Interview with Roberto Alvo, CEO LATAM Airlines Group
On the eve of the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will begin tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and will be hosted by LATAM Airlines Group, its CEO, Roberto Alvo, gave an exclusive interview to Graham Newton for IATA’s Airlines Magazine. What are the main reasons behind the airline’s strong financial and operational […]
ICAO-IATA deepen cooperation on boosting sustainable aviation fuels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) announced enhanced cooperation at ICAO Aviation Climate Week today to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress and accelerating the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). Close collaboration between industry and states, underpinned by robust systems and high-quality data, will […]
Aruba Airport Signs Strategic Memorandum of Understanding Supporting European Connectivity, Innovation, and Future Pre-Clearance Opportunities
Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA), together with the Government of Aruba, Royal Schiphol Group, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) focused on strengthening aviation connectivity, innovation, digital infrastructure, and future travel facilitation opportunities between Aruba, Europe, and other international markets. The MOU was signed by Aruba Airport Authority N.V.’s […]
