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IATA Launches Contactless Travel Directory to Accelerate Biometric Innovation in Aviation

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(IN SHORT) IATA has introduced its Contactless Travel Directory to quickly expand contactless travel solutions by providing a centralized system for airlines. The Directory offers a single reference point, detailed traveler eligibility criteria, and essential technical protocols to support biometric identification across various travel stages—such as bag drop, lounge and security access, and boarding. Emphasizing… Read the full news article

IATA and ICAO Extend Collaboration on Global Standards for Safe Air Transportation of Dangerous Goods

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(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have renewed their longstanding partnership to establish and implement worldwide standards for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. This agreement reinforces their commitment to ensuring the safe handling of dangerous goods in aviation through globally recognized guidelines and… Read the full news article

IATA at AVSEC World conference in Miami: stakeholders must focus on global standards, information-sharing, risk-based analysis and emerging threats to secure aviation

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Miami, FL, 2019-Feb-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on industry and governments to work together more closely to keep aviation secure in the face of evolving security threats and the forecast doubling of passenger demand to reach 8.2 billion by 2037. “Flying is secure. But keeping it that way… Read the full news article

IATA calls on Mexico to apply global standards for the management of airport slots

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Montreal, Canada— /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on Mexico to apply global standards for the management of airport slots to maximize the country’s air infrastructure and ensure its flourishing air industry remains competitive. The recently-proposed slot system by Mexico’s Federal Economic Competition Commission COFECE deviates from global standards in the… Read the full news article