Source: UNWTO International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 5% in the first quarter of 2025 though results were mixed among regions and sub-regions. According to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, over 300 million tourists travelled internationally in the first three months of 2025, about 14 million more than in the same months of 2024. That represents a 5% rise on last year and is 3% more than in pre-pandemic year 2019. The robust performance came despite the sector facing a range of geopolitical and trade tensions, as well as high inflation in travel and tourism services. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: “In every global region, tourism stands out as a major services sector, supporting [...]

Source: ACI World Offered under the globally acclaimed ACI-ICAO Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP) Airports Council International (ACI) World has announced a new partnership with Cranfield University, one of the world's premier institutions for aviation research and education, to deliver a pioneering new course: Airport Management in a Net Zero World. Offered under the globally acclaimed ACI-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airport Management Professional Accreditation Program (AMPAP), this intensive one-week course will be hosted on the Cranfield campus in the United Kingdom, providing a powerful platform for aviation professionals to deepen their leadership capabilities in the context of climate action, innovation, and resilience. "The challenges facing the airport industry today demand informed, forward-thinking leadership. This course provides a critical forum for [...]

Source: RAA This week, the Regional Airline Association (RAA) Board of Directors convened in Washington, D.C., for meetings with U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Members of Congress, and Federal Aviation Administration senior officials. The meetings underscored regional airlines’ unified call for transformative air traffic control (ATC) modernization. “Secretary Duffy has shown exceptional dedication to aviation safety and modernization. We thanked him and the Administration for their strong commitment to a modern, safer, and more efficient airspace system,” said RAA President and CEO Faye Malarkey Black. “We met with key lawmakers in both chambers and on both sides of the aisle, outlined the critical need for modernization, and urged Congress to provide the necessary funding and resources to accomplish [...]

Source: TSA Reminds passengers of the need for a REAL ID The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is prepared for Memorial Day weekend travel. From Thursday, May 22, until Wednesday, May 28, TSA expects to screen about 18 million passengers and crew."TSA is ready for the additional passenger volume, and we look forward to welcoming families traveling during this peak period," said TSA Acting Administrator Ha McNeill. "As a friendly reminder, to ensure a smooth screening experience, bring acceptable forms of ID like your REAL ID." Since implementing REAL ID on May 7, 93% of passengers are presenting a REAL ID or another acceptable ID, such as a passport. Passengers 18 and older are required to present a TSA accepted form [...]

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC drives airport sustainability with its new report on circular economy, providing a strategic roadmap for more resilient and efficient airports Airports Council International – Latin America & Caribbean (ACI-LAC) has published its latest report, Circular Economy in Airports, providing a strategic guide for airports in the region to adopt sustainable and resilient practices through the implementation of circular economy principles. Airports are embracing circular strategies to transform construction, operations, and resource management, moving away from the traditional linear model. This report presents a structured framework to support this transition and optimize the use of materials and water. Additionally, it highlights success stories in the region, demonstrating how circular economy practices can enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. The [...]