International Air Transport Association (IATA)
IATA pushes for repatriation of blocked funds
Aviation body IATA has urged governments around the world to abide by agreements and treaty obligations to enable airlines to release $963m in blocked funds
IATA stats confirm 2020 was worst year on record
Recent airline industry figures show 2020 was the toughest year on record thanks to effects of the pandemic
IATA reveals June’s “disappointing” air traffic figures
Asia-Pacific has been the worst hit, experiencing 94.6% drop compared to June 2019, with Europe suffering similar losses
Etihad expands IATA Travel Pass use on more flights for Abu Dhabi
Passengers flying with the airline are now able to make use of the platform when flying to selected destinations in Europe, North America and Southeast Asia
European Commission’s 50% winter slot threshold splits industry
The decision has been welcomed by ACI Europe but heavily criticised by IATA, who feel the move is “out of touch with reality”
IATA warns governments on high cost of testing for travellers
The organisation believes that restarting affordable travel is essential to supporting the 46 million jobs within the tourism industry that rely on aviation
Finnair IATA Travel Pass trials underway
The platform is currently being tested on flights between London and Finland, with hopes the received feedback will improve the app’s performance
May travel figures showing signs of recovery, says IATA
Although still well below pre-pandemic figures, passenger traffic is improving for international and domestic travel
Menzies Cargo Sydney awarded IATA accreditation
The acknowledgement focusses on the careful handling of pharmaceuticals across its global operations
Data-driven decisions key to reopening borders, says IATA
Working alongside Boeing and Airbus, all three organisations believe new strategies without quarantine measures should be implemented
Establish digital travel processes or risk airport chaos, warns IATA
The organisation believes a universal platform to manage health credentials should be adopted to streamline processes
Vaccinated passengers should be exempt from travel restrictions, says IATA
The organisation stressed that re-opening borders to those with the vaccine will aid the sector’s recovery