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Lima Set to Host Global Air Cargo Leaders as Industry Confronts a Changing Trade Landscape

(NEWS) GENEVA, 2026-Feb-3 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has confirmed that the 2026 World Cargo…

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IATA’s 82nd AGM to Be Hosted in Rio de Janeiro in June 2026 by LATAM Airlines Group

(IN SHORT) The 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be hosted in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in June 2026…

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Luis Gallego Begins Term as Chair of IATA Board, Focused on Innovation and Sustainability in Aviation

(IN SHORT) Luis Gallego, CEO of International Airlines Group (IAG), has been appointed Chair of the IATA Board for a…

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IATA Highlights the Vital Economic Role of Aviation in Kenya, Supporting Billions in GDP and Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs

(IN SHORT) IATA’s “Value of Air Transport” study for Kenya reveals that the aviation sector contributes USD 3.3 billion to…

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IATA Opens Nominations for 2024 Diversity and Inclusion Awards

(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has commenced nominations for the 2024 Diversity and Inclusion Awards, welcoming submissions…

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IATA Chief Reflects on Aviation’s Past, Present, and Future at Industry Event

(IN SHORT) At a recent industry event, the Chief of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) provided insights into the…

2 years

Global Air Cargo Demand Rebounds in 2023, Strong Q4 Performance Despite Challenges

(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that global air cargo demand rebounded in 2023, with a…

2 years

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

(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have renewed their longstanding partnership…

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Global Air Cargo Demand Surges with 8.3% Growth in November 2023, Shows IATA Data

(IN SHORT) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported a substantial year-on-year growth of 8.3% in global air cargo demand…

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Global Airlines Join Forces: IATA Safety Leadership Charter Aims to Elevate Aviation Safety Culture

Hanoi, Vietnam, 2023-Sep-20 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Safety…

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IATA Announces Theme and Co-Host Airline for World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium 2023

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that ”Value Creation – Unlock…

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International Aviation Associations Urge Postponement of Controversial Schiphol Airport Flight Cuts Amid Legal Disputes and Economic Concerns

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Sep-01 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA), Airlines for America (A4A), European Business…

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Global Air Travel Continues to Rebound: June 2023 Sees 31% Increase in Passenger Traffic

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Aug-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the post-COVID recovery momentum…

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IATA Launches “Focus Africa” to Boost Aviation’s Contribution to Economic and Social Development

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Apr-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is launching “Focus Africa” to strengthen…

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Nominations Open for 2023 IATA Diversity and Inclusion Awards Recognizing Outstanding Achievements in the Aviation Industry

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Mar-14 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for…

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Air Cargo Demand Softens as Economic Headwinds Persist: IATA Reports a 13.7% Decrease in November 2022

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2022 global…

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Air Travel Recovery Continues: IATA Reports 41.3% Increase in Traffic for November 2022

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the air travel recovery…

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Global air cargo demand falls in November 2022 as economic headwinds persist

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2022 global…

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International air travel recovery continues in November 2022

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the air travel recovery…

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COVID-19 Testing and Travel Restrictions for China Proven Ineffective, Experts Urge Governments to Listen

Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Jan-05 — /Travel PR News/ — “Several countries are introducing COVID-19 testing and other measures for travellers from…

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IATA and Travalyst team up to provide consumers with consistent and accurate calculation of their carbon footprint

Geneva, Switzerland, 2022-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Travalyst, have joined forces with the…

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Qatar Airways to host the IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) in Doha on 19-22 September 2022

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) conference will focus on ‘Reshaping Airline Resilience’, following the devastating impact of the COVID-19…

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The biggest gathering of the aviation industry’s financial leaders since the beginning of the pandemic will be held in Doha, Qatar, 19-22 September 2022

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) conference will focus on ‘Reshaping Airline Resilience’, following the devastating impact of the COVID-19…

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IATA announces the appointment of Pegasus Airlines’ Mehmet Tevfik Nane as new Chair of the IATA Board of Governors

Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Pegasus Airlines Vice-Chairperson of…

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IATA announces winners of the 2022 IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards

Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the third…

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