Study reveals $45 billion investment needed to meet sustainable aviation fuel targets by 2030
A new study by the World Economic Forum (WEF) and Kearney reveals that capital expenditures required to meet Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) demand by 2030 could reach $45 billion. According to the report, “Financing Sustainable Aviation Fuels: Case Studies and Implications for Investment,” global SAF demand is expected to reach 17 million tons per year […]
Inaugural WDS Brought Industry Together to Explore Data, Technology and Cybersecurity
he International Air Transport Association (IATA) successfully concluded its inaugural World Data Symposium (WDS) with a broad consensus on three key priorities: To use data even more intensely to derive value: With improvements in artificial intelligence and predictive analytics, the contribution of aviation’s rich data collection will drive improvements in efficiency, passenger experience, and sustainability. The industry needs […]
Avianca Cargo Earns ESG Award for Sustainability Excellence for Second Year in a Row
Avianca Cargo has been awarded the ESG & Sustainability Award at the Aviation Achievement Awards 2025, held on February 26 in Dubai, UAE. The award recognizes Avianca Cargo for its ongoing dedication to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, as well as its contributions to social and corporate governance. The Aviation Achievement Awards celebrate organizations […]
Sunrise Airways CEO Welcomes Calls For Reduced Aviation Taxes In The Caribbean
News provided byEIN Presswire-Sunrise Airways CEO, Philippe Bayard, issued the following statement today hailing recent comments made by government officials in Montserrat and Antigua & Barbuda calling for a reduction in airport taxes as a means to stimulate regional air travel: “Recent public statements by the Premier of Montserrat and the Minister of Tourism of […]
International Aerospace Womens Association Announces New Name, 501(c)(3) US Tax Status, and Enhanced Structure
The International Aviation Womens Association has rebranded as the International Aerospace Womens Association (IAWA), taking a step forward in its mission to cultivate and advance women leaders in the aviation and aerospace industry worldwide. This exciting reorientation includes a new name, 501(c)(3) US tax status, and an enhanced organizational structure designed to propel its members […]
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport recognised for pharma handling efforts
Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) has been recognised by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a hub for certified pharma handling. It follows efforts by the Puerto Rico Life Sciences Air Cargo Community (the Community) to improve cold chain operations in the region. The Community has been working closely with SJU […]
The SAF dilemma
The air cargo industry is at a crossroads regarding sustainability. While airlines and logistics companies are committed to reducing their carbon footprint, one of the biggest roadblocks remains the availability and scalability of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This issue took centre stage during a panel discussion at the World Cargo Summit (WCS) in Ostend, where […]
DHL and Neste delve deeper into SAF to cut airfreight emissions
DHL Group and sustainable fuels producer Neste will jointly evaluate how sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) can support DHL in its air transport decarbonisation targets. The parties will develop a commercial model that is expected by 2030 to lead to the off-take of around 300,000 tons of Neste’s neat (unblended) SAF per year for DHL, as […]
Aruba Airport Achieves Record-Breaking Growth in 2024
Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) proudly reflects on a remarkable 2024, marked by significant growth across key performance metrics. Despite infrastructure challenges, AAA successfully balanced stability and sustainable growth, further solidifying Queen Beatrix International Airport’s position as the premier aviation hub in the Caribbean. In 2024, Aruba Airport managed 30,604 flights, reflecting a 5.2% increase […]
IATA Releases SAF Accounting and Reporting Methodology
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its methodology for accounting and reporting the emissions reduction associated with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by airlines. SAF is an essential component of airline plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The IATA methodology fulfils the critical need to ensure that SAF’s contribution to aviation’s […]
