IATA released the Value of Air Transport study for Rwanda, quantifying the substantial benefits that aviation generates in terms of jobs and economic activity.
IATA will hold the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) from 14–16 October 2025 in Xiamen, China, hosted by Xiamen Airlines.
IATA announced the appointment of Thomas Reynaert as Senior Vice President, External Affairs. From September 2025, Reynaert will lead IATA’s global advocacy.
IATA released data for July 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, revealing a good northern summer season for airlines.
IATA released data for July 2025 global air cargo markets showing strong growth on most major trade lanes despite trade disruptions.
IATA will hold the third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong SAR, China, on 21–22 October 2025, hosted by Cathay Pacific.
IATA has signed an agreement with software company Chooose to expand market access to IATA CO2 Connect emissions data.
IATA has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) with comprehensive statistical data for 2024.
IATA issued the following comment with respect to proposals for the future development of London’s Heathrow Airport by Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) and by the Arora Group.
IATA released data for June 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, showing continued but slower growth, reflecting disruptions around military conflict in the Middle East.
IATA released data for June 2025 global air cargo markets showing slight growth despite trade disruptions.
IATA urged African governments to prioritize aviation as a catalyst for economic growth, job creation, connectivity & social development by enhancing safety, reducing the cost burden, and resolving the issue of blocked airline funds.
IATA expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation.
IATA announced that Kenya Airways is the first airline to have used IATA’s new Aviation Safety Culture Survey (I-ASC) Light.
IATA released data for May 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, showing continued but uneven growth across regions.
IATA released data for May 2025 global air cargo markets showing continued growth despite the dampening effect of shifting US trade policies.
IATA announced the release of the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Matchmaker platform, to facilitate SAF procurement between airlines and SAF producers by matching requests for SAF supply with offers.
IATA accused the European Parliament of meddling in operational and commercial issues that it doesn’t understand, following moves to make cabin luggage allowance obligatory, regardless of whether the passenger needs it or not.
IATA and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have published a comprehensive plan to mitigate the risks stemming from global navigation satellite system (GNSS) interference.
IATA reacted to news that the Consumer and Market Authority in the Netherlands (ACM) has allowed Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to increase charges by a cumulative 33% over the next three years.
IATA and Amadeus are integrating flight-specific emissions data from IATA CO2 Connect in the Amadeus Travel Platform.
IATA announced that GOL and TAP Air Portugal have become the first airlines to use IATA FuelIS—an advanced analytics solution designed to help airlines optimize fuel consumption.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the annual IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards.
IATA announced that the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in June 2026, hosted by LATAM Airlines Group.
IATA announced that Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), has assumed his duties as Chair of the IATA Board.
IATA announced updates to its 2025 airline industry financial outlook, showing improved profitability over 2024 and resilience in the face of global economic and political shifts.
IATA announced that it expects Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production to reach 2 million tonnes (Mt) (2.5 billion liters) or 0.7% of airlines’ total fuel consumption in 2025.
IATA reported that $1.3 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of the end of April 2025.
IATA announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering for the 81st IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit (WATS) which will take place in New Delhi, India from 1-3 June 2025.
IATA released data for April 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, showing strengthened growth, especially for international demand.
IATA released data for April 2025 global air cargo markets showing strong growth, building on March's performance.
IATA announced the appointment of Sheldon Hee as Regional Vice President, Asia-Pacific, effective 1 June 2025.
IATA launched a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap to modernize baggage operations.
IATA highlighted four priorities for ground handling at the IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) which opened in Nairobi today, hosted by Kenya Airways.
IATA released the Value of Air Transport study for Kenya, quantifying the substantial benefits that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates in terms of jobs and economic activity.
IATA announced several training agreements with Saudi airlines, airports, and academic institutions to address critical skills needed to support the Kingdom’s growing aviation sector.
IATA released the Value of Air Transport study for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at IATA Aviation Day MENA.
IATA released data for March 2025 global passenger demand for air travel, showing a slightly strengthening growth.
IATA released data for March 2025 global air cargo markets showing strong volumes.
Cargo Network Services Corporation (CNS) is gearing up to host its annual Partnership Conference in Miami from 13-15 May 2025.
IATA released a study measuring the significant economic and employment benefits aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generates for Egypt.
IATA welcomed Brazil’s adoption of the electronic air waybill (eAWB) as a milestone in the cargo sector’s modernization, driving greater operational efficiency and cost reduction.
IATA is marking 10 years of its Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) program, which continues to improve the air cargo supply chain’s performance on quality, safety, and compliance.
IATA has launched LAR Verify, a digital portal to improve the welfare and safe transport of live animals by air.
IATA released a study quantifying the substantial value that aviation (including aviation-related tourism) generated for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in terms of jobs and economic activity in 2023.
IATA emphasized the vital role of air cargo in maintaining global supply chain resilience and called on governments and industry to remain focused on delivering the fundamental expectations of customers—safety and security, digitalization and sustainability.
IATA has launched the FACE Ambassadors Program, a new initiative under the Future Air Cargo Executives (FACE) Program, aimed at promoting air cargo career opportunities to a broader and younger audience worldwide.
IATA announced that Malaysia Airlines Academy (MAB Academy) and Ahlex were each recognized with the IATA Competency-Based Training and Assessment Center (CBTA Center) Innovation Awards.
IATA announced that this year’s Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) Conference will be taking place on 25-26 June at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Bogotá, Colombia, with avianca as the host airline.
IATA announced that IATA Aviation Day Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will focus on digitalization, airspace management, sustainability, modern airline retailing and future skills.
