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TIACA’s Air Cargo Forum 2025 Program Now Available: Top Industry Leaders Featured!

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has announced that the Conference program for Air Cargo Forum (ACF) 2025 is now live, revealing a strong line-up of sessions and speakers for this year's premier global gathering of the air cargo community. The event will take place November 3–6, 2025, at the Yas Island Arena in Abu Dhabi. From leadership talks, digital transformation and sustainability to workforce development and regional infrastructure growth, the ACF 2025 will address the most pressing issues shaping the global air cargo industry. This year's program brings together leading executives, innovators, and policymakers to explore solutions, share insights, and chart the course for a rapidly evolving logistics landscape. Program Highlights Oasis-Side Chats Stanislas Brun, Chief Cargo Officer, Etihad Cargo; shares insights on the carrier's [...]

2025-08-25T18:43:48+03:00August 26th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Emirates returns as Official Airline Partner at US Open for 14th consecutive year

Source: Emirates Emirates returns as the Official Airline of the US Open Grand Slam® tournament for the 14th consecutive year, reinforcing its commitment to world-class tennis and exceptional fan experiences. This year, the airline will be enhancing fan experiences on and off the court with its premium hospitality experiences, interactive activations, curated onboard menus and entertainment, and community outreach via Emirates' 'Force for Good' initiative. Fans can look forward to an action-packed tournament featuring exciting moments which include: From this week and until 7th September, Emirates will once again open its doors to its signature 1,358-square-foot luxury hospitality suite at Arthur Ashe Stadium. As one of the largest and most sought-after venues at the tournament, the suite provides unparalleled court views [...]

2025-08-26T01:08:16+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|
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WestJet Pilots Union Elects New Leadership Team

Source: ALPA The WestJet Master Executive Council (MEC), represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), voted to elect a full slate of MEC officers to begin a two-year term on September 7, 2025. The following pilots were all re-elected to lead WestJet’s 2,350 unionized pilots: Capt. Bernard Lewall, MEC Chair Capt. Chris Vaughan-Jones, MEC Vice Chair First Officer Vignesh Sridhar, MEC Secretary-Treasurer “As we look towards negotiating our next collective agreement, I look forward to taking our strengths as a unified pilot group and giving it direction,” said re-elected chair Capt. Bernard Lewall. “The more unity we have, the more powerful we become!” “I am proud to continue in my position as vice chair, where I can represent [...]

2025-08-25T19:52:10+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Alaska Airlines launches ID verification at automated bag drop units in Seattle and Portland

Source: Alaska Airlines Our Automated Bag Drop Units in Seattle and Portland now give you the option to verify your identity without asistance. As of this month, guests can also enjoy additional Automated Bag Drops and Bag Tag stations at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. One year ago, we launched our automated bag drop technology in San Francisco, Portland, and Seattle. Now, in Seattle and Portland, you have the option to verify your identity right at our Automated Bag Drop units. At Alaska and Hawaiian, we are passionate about ensuring your travel experience is as seamless as possible. It’s why we launched tools like our electronic bag tags and our automated bag drops and why we continue to iterate on the technologies [...]

2025-08-25T19:38:43+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, AIRPORTS, News|
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The Virgin Atlantic September sale is ready for take off

Source: Virgin Atlantic Huge savings available on select routes and destinations with Virgin Atlantic and Virgin Atlantic Holidays Book until 30th September 2025 for travel up to 30th June 2026 Save up to £300 extra on dreamy holidays with Virgin Atlantic Holidays – only until Tuesday The countdown is on - Virgin Atlantic’s September sale is now on and it’s bigger, better, and bolder than ever. Whether you’re plotting a stateside escape, island hopping in the Caribbean, or chasing winter sun in the Maldives, now’s your chance to lock in a deal. With return flights from just £385pp and holidays starting at £629pp, there’s no excuse not to turn your travel dreams into plans . Expect US city breaks and escapes, [...]

2025-08-25T19:44:40+03:00August 26th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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TIACA Publishes Landmark White Paper on E-Commerce: Charting a Roadmap for the Future of Air Cargo

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has today released its first-ever white paper dedicated entirely to e-commerce, E-Commerce: Opportunities & Challenges, offering an unprecedented global perspective on one of the fastest-growing and most transformative forces in the air cargo industry. By the close of 2024, e-commerce accounted for approximately 20% of global air cargo volumes, with forecasts predicting these volumes could double within the next decade. This rapid growth, accelerated by COVID-driven shifts in consumer behavior, has reshaped supply chains, created new business models, and revealed gaps in regulation, standardization, and infrastructure. Developed by TIACA's multi-sector E-Commerce Task Force – comprising airlines, airports, ground handlers, technology providers, freight forwarders, and industry analysts – the white paper examines the sector's [...]

2025-08-25T19:58:27+03:00August 25th, 2025|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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‘The future of aviation is radically changing’ — Secretary Sean Duffy

Source: American Airlines In the latest episode of Tell Me Why, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy joins Chief Communications Officer Ron DeFeo to discuss the evolving future of transportation and the work being done to build a state-of-the-art air traffic control system. Secretary Duffy also reflects on his first six months in the role and outlines his key priorities moving forward. Listen to the podcast: Watch the video:  

2025-08-25T19:27:33+03:00August 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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WestJet welcomes Puerto Escondido to its winter 2025/2026 schedule

Source: WestJet New route is airline's 15th destination in Mexico, reinforcing position as Canada's leading carrier to the country WestJet today added Puerto Escondido to its route map for the first time, providing convenient seasonal access for travellers between Calgary and the beautiful Pacific coast surf town in Oaxaca, Mexico. Beginning December 12, 2025, the route will operate once per week throughout the winter travel season. "Delivering this hidden gem to WestJet's network is another way we're fulfilling our promise to give Canadians more unforgettable and affordable getaways," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "For those looking to trade snow for sunshine, Puerto Escondido offers the perfect escape; a vibrant blend of beautiful beaches, authentic Mexican [...]

2025-08-25T19:28:06+03:00August 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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British Airways’ 2026 summer schedule takes off, boosting flights to destinations including Bangkok, Miami and Jamaica

Source: British Airways British Airways is boosting flights to popular long-haul destinations, ready for customers looking to book their 2026 summer holidays    Bangkok will be upgraded to a year-round route operating up to six times per week and adding nearly 60,000 additional seats for customers looking to travel     Miami will become a twice-daily service, and Jamaica sees an extra service added each week  This follows British Airways’ recent additions to its short-haul network this winter, including Rabat in Morocco and Graz in Austria British Airways has announced it is boosting flights to popular long-haul destinations from London Gatwick and Heathrow ahead of next summer, offering customers even more choice and flexibility when booking their next summer getaway. Bangkok  Following the [...]

2025-08-25T18:47:55+03:00August 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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Frontier launches industry-first loyalty offers: Companion certificates, miles match from other airlines, and instant Elite Gold status

Source: Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines, America's Low Fare Airline, has announced an unprecedented lineup of loyalty offers – a combination never before made available by a U.S. airline.  For a limited time, FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard® cardmembers can earn companion travel certificates starting at just $3,000 in everyday spend. New FRONTIER Miles members can take advantage of Miles Match from other airlines, allowing them to match up to their combined mileage balances across multiple qualifying airlines, and travelers with frequent flier memberships at select carriers can unlock instant Elite Gold status at Frontier.   Together, these offers represent the most rewarding loyalty opportunity ever introduced by an airline.  "We're proving that low-fare travel can also be the most rewarding," said Bobby [...]

2025-08-25T18:55:38+03:00August 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|
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