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Manchester Airports Group (MAG) joins ACI-LAC’s World Business Partner program

Source: ACI-LAC Manchester Airports Group (MAG) joins ACI-LAC’s World Business Partner program, strengthening ties with Latin America and the Caribbean. MAG brings global expertise in airport operations, sustainability, and innovation to the regional aviation community. Airports Council International Latin America and the Caribbean (ACI-LAC) is pleased to welcome Manchester Airports Group (MAG) as the newest member of its World Business Partner (WBP) program. As the UK’s largest airports group and the largest private investor in transport infrastructure outside of London, MAG owns and operates Manchester Airport, London Stansted Airport, and East Midlands Airport—three strategically important hubs that together serve over 65 million passengers annually and connect the UK to more than 270 destinations worldwide. MAG’s incorporation into ACI-LAC enhances the [...]

2025-11-12T17:40:37+02:00November 12th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News, ORGANISATIONS|

U.S. Cargo and Passenger Airlines Gained 8,803 Jobs in September 2025

Source: US DOT This release is published on a fixed schedule as required by the Office of Management and Budget, and statistics in this release may be revised when inputs to the statistics are corrected or updated. Data on the program page of this website are the most up-to-date and complete. Note: In June 2024, FedEx Ground and FedEx Services merged with FedEx Express to form Federal Express Corporation. Consequently, carrier FX experienced a significant increase in employee count, thereby increasing the total number of employees within the industry. May 2024 Federal Express numbers are 233,739, while Federal Express Corporation June 2024 numbers are 432,127. U.S. Airlines: Total Number of Employees (both Full-Time and Part-Time) U.S. airline industry (passenger and cargo [...]

2025-11-12T17:42:21+02:00November 12th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Iberia to Increase Capacity in Brazil by 25% in the First Half of 2026

Source: Iberia Between January and June next year, the airline will offer 72,000 more seats than in the same period of 2025, as announced by Iberia’s CEO, Marco Sansavini, at Espacio Iberia São Paulo 80% of this record growth comes from the addition of two new destinations—Recife and Fortaleza—which will begin operating between December and January with three weekly frequencies each This expansion doubles the number of direct destinations in Brazil from two to four. São Paulo will maintain two daily frequencies, and Rio de Janeiro five weekly flights, with additional capacity thanks to the incorporation of a new Airbus A350 next summer, offering more seats Iberia will close the current year with over 590,000 seats offered; a 27% increase [...]

2025-11-12T17:20:42+02:00November 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

United CEO Scott Kirby to employees: “You have come together to take care of our customers”

Source: United Airlines Last week's FAA directive to cut flights during the government shutdown, which we supported, came without much notice and our team sprang into action – by the end of the day Thursday we had already cut hundreds of flights scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. And many of you worked through the weekend as we planned additional cuts for this week. We acted quickly and strategically, while keeping safety a top priority. And we gave our customers as much notice and flexibility as possible knowing the circumstances were ever-changing. We decided early on to focus on doing what's right for customers and crews without worrying about the expense or short-term financial impact. That meant that United was [...]

2025-11-12T17:17:31+02:00November 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Abra and SKY Airline Announce Preliminary Agreement for Chilean Carrier to Join the Abra Group

Source: Abra Group Abra currently includes operating companies Avianca and Gol, as well as a strategic investment in Wamos Air. The Group spans 140 destinations in more than 25 countries, with a fleet of 300 aircraft, nearly 30,000 employees, and more than 70 million passengers carried annually. This agreement -subject to approval from competition authorities, final documentation, and additional closing conditions- aims to strengthen air connectivity across Latin America and further integrate SKY markets with the region and the world. Under the terms of the agreement, SKY Airline will retain its brand, culture and talent, as is the case today with Avianca, Gol and Wamos Air. During the regulatory approval and closing process, both parties will operate independently, preserving internal [...]

2025-11-12T17:11:36+02:00November 12th, 2025|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|

TIACA Exceeds 500 Members Milestone

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is proud to announce that it has surpassed 500 members worldwide, marking a major milestone in the association's growth and continued mission to represent and unite all sectors of the global air cargo industry. This achievement reflects TIACA's expanding influence and commitment to fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable development across the air cargo ecosystem. Members now represent a diverse cross-section of the industry, including airlines, airports, ground handlers, freight forwarders, GSSAs, shippers, logistics providers, technology innovators, drone operators, industry suppliers, and government agencies, from every region of the world. "Reaching over 500 members is a clear sign that the global air cargo community values TIACA's work and believes in our mission," said Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General. "Our growing [...]

2025-11-11T19:33:18+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

ACI-LAC Webinar “Behind the Scenes: The Tech Stack Making Airports Smarter and Travel Seamless”

Source: ACI-LAC ACI-LAC is pleased to invite all its members to the upcoming ACI-LAC webinar, organized in collaboration with our World Business Partner Amadeus, titled: Behind the Scenes: The Tech Stack Making Airports Smarter and Travel Seamless Discover how automation, artificial intelligence, and cloud-based platforms are revolutionizing the airport and airline experience across Latin America. In this exclusive webinar led by Gustavo Murad, Head of Airports & Airline Ops LATAM at Amadeus, we'll dive into the transformation of the travel industry, moving from outdated legacy systems to integrated, intelligent ecosystems that truly put the traveler at the center. You'll explore how innovations like Offer-Order, biometric check-in and virtual assistants are not just improving operations, but creating smoother, smarter, and more [...]

2025-11-11T19:44:08+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Spirit Airlines Marks 10-Year Partnership with Honor Flight by Renewing Commitment in Support of South Florida Veterans

Source: Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines is proud to recommit to its longstanding partnership with Honor Flight South Florida, an all-volunteer organization dedicated to honoring veterans in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Since starting the partnership in 2015, Spirit has operated more than 20 honor flights and flown more than 1,000 veterans to visit the memorials in Washington, D.C., built in honor of their brave service. In 2019, Spirit committed to operating four honor flights a year and has continued the cadence ever since, with four honor flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) planned for 2026. “Honor Flight South Florida provides incredibly meaningful experiences for the veterans in our hometown, and we’re honored to continue playing a role in commemorating [...]

2025-11-11T20:13:38+02:00November 11th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Airlines for America Statement on Senate Closure Vote

Source: Airlines 4 America The following statement is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A): On behalf of every American traveler and shipper, Airlines for America is grateful that the Senate is considering a bipartisan agreement to reopen the federal government and pay the essential air traffic controllers, TSA and CBP officers for the essential work they do every day. At a time of record air travel and increased reliance on cargo shipments, it is more important than ever to ensure that our nation’s airspace is safe, reliable and open. Now that the continuing resolution (CR)/minibus package has been offered, we strongly encourage the Senate to pass it swiftly and send it to the House with urgency. About Airlines 4 America Airlines [...]

2025-11-11T20:19:26+02:00November 11th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Aruba Airports Announced the Winners of “Win Your Way to Happiness Campaign”

Source: Aruba Airport Aruba Airport Authority N.V. (AAA) is proud to announce that the winners of its successful “Win Your Way to Happiness” campaign have been drawn, which ran from July through October 2025. The campaign, designed to elevate the travel experience and reward passengers for shopping and dining at Queen Beatrix International Airport, received an enthusiastic response from both locals and visitors. Throughout the campaign period, travelers who spent $30 or more at participating airport stores or food & beverage outlets earned entry tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes. AAA held the official prize draw ceremony in the presence of a notary in the airport’s main concession area, with concession partners and members of the local press [...]

2025-11-11T20:22:26+02:00November 11th, 2025|AIRPORTS, News|