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IATA Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) Conference Sets New Milestones

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) concluded this year’s Wings of Change Americas (WOCA) Conference in Bogotá, supported by host airline Avianca. More than 400 delegates, including key government and aviation stakeholders attended the two-day event (25-26 June) which was held in Colombia for the first time. Under the theme “The Connectivity Frontier: Exploring New Opportunities in the Region,” the conference emphasized the critical importance of collaboration between the aviation industry and governmental bodies to enhance regional connectivity and competitiveness. Air transport is a vital economic driver in Latin America and the Caribbean, supporting 8.3 million jobs and contributing USD240 billion to the region's Gross Domestic Product. Despite this, the average citizen in the region takes only 0.65 [...]

2025-07-01T09:46:41+03:00July 1st, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Boeing Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition Plan

Source: Boeing Brian West to become senior advisor to Boeing President and CEO Jesus "Jay" Malave elected incoming CFO, effective Aug. 15 Boeing has  announced a transition in its chief financial officer role. Brian West will become a senior advisor to Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg, and Jesus "Jay" Malave has been elected as incoming executive vice president and chief financial officer. Both roles are effective August 15. West, who served as Boeing CFO for the last four years, will continue working with the company in an advisory capacity, including assisting in the upcoming CFO leadership transition. "I want to personally thank Brian for his outstanding work navigating our recovery and positioning the company for the future," said Ortberg. [...]

2025-07-01T10:13:07+03:00July 1st, 2025|MANUFACTURERS, News|

Oman Air joins oneworld alliance

Source: oneworld oneworld customers now have access to Oman Air’s route network throughout the Middle East, Far East, Africa and Europe oneworld® welcomes Oman Air as its 15th member airline. As the flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, Oman Air strengthens the alliance’s presence across the Middle East and unlocks new opportunities for global travel. "We are proud to welcome Oman Air to the oneworld family," said Nat Pieper, CEO of oneworld. "Oman Air brings valuable strategic reach and award-winning product and service to the alliance. This partnership opens up exciting new connections for our customers, particularly across the Gulf and South Asia, and reinforces oneworld’s position as the premium alliance for international travellers." Effective 1 July, oneworld customers can [...]

2025-07-01T10:19:42+03:00July 1st, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News, ORGANISATIONS|

IATA: Passenger Growth Hits 5% in May

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 5.0% compared to May 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was also up 5.0% year-on-year. The May load factor was 83.4% (-0.1 ppt compared to May 2024). International demand rose 6.7% compared to May 2024. Capacity was up 6.4% year-on-year, and the load factor was 83.2% (+0.2 ppt compared to May 2024). This is a record load factor on international flights for May. Domestic demand increased 2.1% compared to May 2024. Capacity was up 2.8% year-on-year. The load factor was 83.7% (-0.5 ppt compared to May 2024). “Air travel demand [...]

2025-06-30T20:09:53+03:00June 30th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

WestJet and Saudia announce interline agreement unlocking enhanced international connectivity to more than 100 destinations

Source: Westjet WestJet guests to gain single-connection access to multiple points in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the first time WestJet announced a new interline partnership agreement with Saudia, significantly enhancing global connectivity across both carriers' networks. The agreement includes single-connection access to Jeddah via Toronto Pearson as well as both Jeddah and Riyadh from London Heathrow and Paris Charles-de-Gaulle. "An interline partnership with Saudia marks a major step forward in expanding global connectivity for our guests," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "This agreement not only provides WestJet guests with seamless single-connection access to Saudia's extensive global network but also strengthens inbound tourism and business links. Together, WestJet and Saudia are creating more convenient [...]

2025-06-30T20:06:24+03:00June 30th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Delta doubles down on Seattle with new global routes and two new lounges

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta is deepening its investment in Seattle with the announcement of new nonstop service from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Barcelona and Rome, alongside the debut of two new premier lounges at SEA: a luxurious Delta One Lounge and a sophisticated Delta Sky Club. Complementing these enhancements, Delta has secured priority access to 18 gates across Concourses A and B—streamlining operations and ensuring a more seamless, elevated experience for travelers from check-in to takeoff. “Delta’s commitment runs deep in Seattle, from our people on the ground to our global ambitions in the skies,” said Glen Hauenstein, President of Delta Air Lines. “With new international service and the opening of our Delta One Lounge, we’re investing in [...]

2025-06-30T20:26:14+03:00June 30th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

May Air Cargo Demand Up 2.2% Despite Trade Disruptions According to IATA

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2.2% compared to May 2024 levels (+3.0% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 2.0% compared to May 2024 (+2.6% for international operations). “Air cargo demand globally grew 2.2% in May. That is encouraging news as a 10.7% drop in traffic on the Asia to North America trade lane illustrated the dampening effect of shifting US trade policies. Even as these policies evolve, already we can see the air cargo sector’s well-tested resilience helping shippers to accommodate supply chain needs to flexibly hold back, re-route or accelerate deliveries,” [...]

2025-06-30T20:34:59+03:00June 30th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

TIACA Executive Summit 2025 Celebrated Growth, Collaboration & Innovation Across the Industry

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) proudly announces the resounding success of its Executive Summit 2025 held in Hong Kong from June 24-26. Hosted by Cathay Cargo, the Executive Summit brought together over 280 senior executives from across the global air cargo ecosystem.  The Executive Summit offered participants the chance to engage in strategic conversations around the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the industry today, including AI integration, sustainability, regulatory alignment, digital transformation, airport development, e-commerce and how to respond to the current global geo-political tensions. This year's edition continued TIACA's mission of connecting air cargo leaders, innovators, and rising talent in a collaborative and future-focused environment. The Executive Summit, was opened by Ms. Mable Chan, JP, Secretary [...]

2025-06-27T11:16:36+03:00June 27th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|

Air Canada Enhances its rail connections in Germany through Codeshare on Lufthansa Express Rail, operated by Deutsche Bahn

Source: Air Canada Partnership creates seamless and convenient rail connections at Frankfurt Airport Air Canada announced an extension of its codeshare agreement with Lufthansa to include Lufthansa Express Rail services at Frankfurt Airport, operated by Deutsche Bahn. This agreement enables a seamless, intermodal itinerary booked in one reservation, offering greater flexibility, more choice, and added convenience to connect with Air Canada's up to five-times daily flights to Frankfurt Airport. The codeshare expansion enhances Air Canada's international rail and bus intermodal network, which includes intermodal interlining partnerships in seven European countries and South Korea. "Air Canada is very pleased to expand its rail offer in Germany with codeshare on Lufthansa Express Rail, operated by Deutsche Bahn, the Star Alliance's first intermodal [...]

2025-06-27T11:44:25+03:00June 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Iberia Inspires Aviation Careers Among Young Women with the Fourth Edition of “Quiero Ser”

Source: Iberia The initiative is aimed at girls between the ages of 14 and 18. Participants experienced an immersive day in the world of commercial aviation and aircraft maintenance, with visits to flight simulators, the Engine and Component Workshops, the Test Bench, and Hangar 6. Iberia has held a new edition of “Quiero Ser,” its program designed to spark interest in aviation careers among young women, in collaboration with CAE and Technovation Girls. In this fourth edition, 35 participants aged 14 to 18 had the opportunity to explore the world of commercial aviation and aircraft maintenance up close, gaining first-hand insight into the daily work of a pilot, an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT), or an engineer. During the day, the [...]

2025-06-27T11:51:14+03:00June 27th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|