Global load factors stayed above 85%, Europe and Latin America expanded steadily, and domestic strength in China and Brazil helped offset weaker U.S., Indian and Australian markets. KEY TAKEAWAYS Global passenger demand rose 0.2% year on year in July 2026, while total capacity increased 0.3% and load factor slipped 0.1 percentage points to 85.2%. International… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association has appointed Saadia Zahidi as its next Director General, effective 1 November 2026. She will become IATA’s ninth Director General and the first woman to hold the position. Zahidi joins from the World Economic Forum, where she is Managing Director and Member of the Managing Board. She has spent… Read the full news article
(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2026-Jul-2 — /Travel PR News/ — Sustainable aviation fuel is becoming a key tool for companies seeking to reduce the environmental impact of business travel, with corporate investment playing an increasingly important role in expanding SAF production and adoption. Deutsche Bank has agreed to support the deployment of approximately 1,600 metric tonnes… Read the full news article
(NEWS) MASCOT, Australia, 2026-Jun-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Kangaroo Route is moving toward one of the biggest changes in its history, as Qantas prepares to remove the final stop between Australia’s east coast and London. According to a press release published by Qantas, the airline will launch non-stop flights between Sydney and London… Read the full news article
(NEWS) AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands, 2026-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — KLM is pairing discounted fares with added booking flexibility as it looks to encourage passengers to plan summer and long-haul travel with greater confidence. KLM has announced a temporary initiative designed to give travellers greater confidence when booking international journeys. Under the programme, passengers booking intercontinental… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) American Airlines and the Miami HEAT have signed a new multiyear sponsorship extension that will continue American’s role as the team’s Official Airline. The agreement includes expanded fan experiences, AAdvantage loyalty programme benefits and in-arena promotions at Kaseya Center while building on a partnership that has lasted more than 25 years. The collaboration… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Edmonton International Airport will see the return of nonstop seasonal flights to Cancun as Flair Airlines restores winter services from Edmonton, Calgary and Montreal beginning in December 2026. The Edmonton route will operate three times weekly through April 2027, while Calgary and Montreal will also receive regular nonstop Cancun service throughout the winter… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) ANA Holdings has been named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index for the ninth consecutive year and the Asia Pacific Index for the tenth consecutive year in recognition of its sustainability performance. The company also ranked within the top five percent of airline companies in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026. ANA… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IATA has launched a pilot of its Billing & Settlement Plan in Somalia, with a full rollout expected by the end of May 2026. The system will streamline financial transactions between airlines and travel agents, improving efficiency, cost management, and financial control. The pilot includes participation from several airlines, including Ethiopian Airlines, and… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways is resuming daily flights to Bahrain and Kozhikode starting 1 May 2026, as part of its ongoing efforts to restore its global network. The move follows recent resumptions of services to Dubai, Sharjah, and Damascus, enhancing connectivity across the Middle East and beyond. The airline is also offering flexible booking options,… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Ethiopian Airlines has converted options for six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft into firm orders, reinforcing its long-haul expansion strategy. The new aircraft will support the airline’s intercontinental network growth and increase cargo capacity, addressing rising demand for global travel and trade. As Africa’s largest operator of the 787, Ethiopian Airlines continues to modernize… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport is launching a new direct weekly service to Frankfurt operated by Discover Airlines, beginning April 25, 2026. The route provides a two-hour connection to one of Europe’s major hubs, offering extensive onward travel options worldwide. The new service is expected to boost both business travel and tourism, particularly by strengthening links… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) The Lufthansa Group is expanding its summer 2026 flight schedule by adding around 1,600 additional flights across its network. The increase includes more long-haul services to India and expanded European routes to popular leisure destinations. Airlines within the group, including Austrian Airlines, SWISS, and Brussels Airlines, are also boosting capacity from their respective… Read the full news article
(NEWS) SINGAPORE, 2025-Oct-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Korean Air has been honoured as Asia Airline of the Year by CAPA – Centre for Aviation, recognising the carrier’s outstanding strategic leadership and influence on the region’s aviation sector. The award, presented during the CAPA Airline Leader Summit – Asia & Awards for Excellence in Singapore… Read the full news article
(NEWS) ZURICH, 2025-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Zurich Airport Ltd. has announced the introduction of the internationally recognized Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard from November 1, becoming part of a global network of airports and airlines committed to improving accessibility for passengers with invisible disabilities. The initiative enables individuals with non-visible conditions such as autism, dementia,… Read the full news article
(NEWS) TOKYO, 2025-Sep-2 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) has become the first airline in Asia to adopt the services of EcoVadis, the global leader in sustainability ratings, in a move to enhance its environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework. The Tokyo-based airline will use EcoVadis’ Sustainability Intelligence Suite to evaluate suppliers, address… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DOHA/ NEW YORK, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways has announced it will relocate its New York operations to the New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport in 2026, where it will also open its first-ever dedicated lounge in the United States. The award-winning carrier, recently named World’s Best Airline 2025… Read the full news article
(NEWS) DALLAS. TX, 2025-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines has entered the packaged vacations market with the launch of its new in-house product, Getaways by Southwest™, designed to give travelers a more convenient and stress-free way to plan trips. The offering allows customers to bundle flights with hotels, rental cars, and ground transportation… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) IATA has unveiled a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap to modernize baggage operations, aiming to improve operational efficiency and meet passenger expectations. The roadmap focuses on three main pillars: enhancing baggage information exchange, introducing advanced baggage tracking and automation technologies, and streamlining the baggage claim process. This initiative is designed to provide passengers with… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Lufthansa Group is set to launch the ‘Click to Pay’ online payment option across its airline brands—Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Brussels Airlines—starting October 2025. In partnership with Visa, this feature allows passengers to complete purchases using just an email address, without re-entering card details. The service enhances both ease of use and… Read the full news article