Source: ALTA The sustainable future of aviation was at the center of discussions during ALTA Aviation Law Americas, with the panel "Overcoming Environmental Challenges in Aviation." Experts discussed advancements in the availability of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), the industry’s environmental commitments, as well as the legal implications and the need for regulatory harmonization, which are key to ensuring an effective transition in the aviation sector. Milena Fajardo, ALTA's Director of Fuels and Sustainability, moderated the panel and emphasized that, to address aviation's environmental challenges, it is crucial to prioritize SAF incentive policies rather than mandates. "Latin America and the Caribbean face specific circumstances such as pollution trajectories, purchasing power, and the level of passenger traffic that accounts for only 5.8% globally [...]

Source: ALTA ALTA Aviation Law Americas brought together aviation sector experts in Buenos Aires to discuss the main challenges and opportunities from a legal perspective. The event was opened by ALTA’s CEO, José Ricardo Botelho, Hernán Gómez, Argentina’s Undersecretary of Air Transport, and Julia Cordero, ANAC Argentina’s Administrator. "Argentina, like the whole of Latin America and the Caribbean, has enormous growth potential, and aviation is one of the engines that can drive us towards more dynamic economies, with better-connected countries and societies with more favorable conditions. This premise is not just a vision, but a tangible reality. Air transport in Argentina directly generates around 8.3 billion dollars and supports approximately 60,000 jobs. When we consider its indirect, induced, and catalytic [...]

Source: ALTA During the ALTA Aviation Law Americas event recently held in Buenos Aires, the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) and the Colombian Aeronautical Law Bar Association (CADA) signed a Cooperation Agreement aimed at strengthening knowledge exchange in aeropolitical matters and promoting the development of innovative solutions for the aviation industry in Latin America and the Caribbean. “This agreement aligns with our commitment to advancing a sustainable and viable roadmap for aviation in Latin America and the Caribbean. Together, we will foster knowledge exchange to benefit the entire industry, especially its users,” stated ALTA’s CEO. Among the main goals of the agreement are the promotion of academic events on aviation law, the exchange of information on sustainable [...]

Source: ACI-LAC Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to announce the incorporation of ARIA as a new business partner in its World Business Partner program. AIRIA is a A prominent company specialized in air transportation and aeronautical engineering made up of a team of highly trained experts, AIRIA is dedicated to offering superior quality solutions, ranging from strategic planning to the execution and operation of complex airport projects. Dr. Rafael Echevarne, General Director of ACI-LAC, said: “We are delighted to welcome AIRIA to the ACI-LAC family. Their experience and knowledge will be essential to strengthen decision-making in highly complex projects and support our members in the efficient management of their airport operations.” For your part [...]

Source: ALTA Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is proud to announce the addition of Allen + Co Caribbean Inc. as a new business partner in its World Business Partner program. This collaboration strengthens ACI-LAC's focus on the continuous improvement of safety and emergency solutions at Caribbean airports, ensuring that the region is equipped with the best practices and equipment to respond to critical situations. "Joining the ACI World Business Partner program represents a significant step forward for Allen + Co Caribbean Inc. This partnership will not only enhance our ability to expand globally but also connect us directly with the Caribbean aviation market, where we can offer our world-class aviation emergency solutions. We look forward to [...]

Source: ALTA There will be three Days of Intense Debate in Buenos Aires, Argentina The most important conference for the legal and financial aviation sector in Latin America and the Caribbean kicks off in Buenos Aires. The 16th edition of ALTA Aviation Law Americas will take place from September 18 to 20, 2024, in Buenos Aires. This event will bring together industry leaders, law firms, airlines, and regulatory experts to discuss the challenges and advancements shaping the aeropolitical landscape in the region. The conference, organized by the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA), provides a conducive environment for analyzing key topics such as regional integration, environmental challenges, taxation, and consumer protection. One of the main discussion points will [...]