﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel xml:base="https://www.iata.org/"><title>IATA Press Releases</title><description /><lastBuildDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 02:49:55 Z</lastBuildDate><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-11-04-01/</link><title>IATA and ASA Strengthen Cooperation</title><description>IATA and ASA are strengthening their collaboration to improve ground handling safety and efficiency. </description><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 10:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-31-02/</link><title>Passenger Demand Reaches September All-Time High</title><description>IATA released data for September 2024 global passenger demand, reaching a September all-time high.</description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-31-01/</link><title>September Saw 9.4% Growth for Air Cargo</title><description>IATA released data for September 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.</description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-30-03/</link><title>Fully Digital Travel Experience Closer to Reality</title><description>IATA and its partners have successfully demonstrated that the industry is ready to deliver a fully digital air travel experience.</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-30-01/</link><title>Passengers Want Convenience and Technology to Improve Processes, Regional Preferences Diverging</title><description>IATA released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, revealing that travelers continue to prioritize convenience and speed.</description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 06:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-30-02/</link><title>Aviation Priorities for Thailand – Infrastructure, Digitalization and Sustainability</title><description>The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged Thailand to strengthen the foundations of its aviation sector as it emerges from the impact of COVID-19. </description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-29-01/</link><title>IATA to Offer Digital Currencies in Financial Settlement Systems</title><description>The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it will offer digital currencies in the financial settlement systems it operates for the aviation industry. </description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-28-01/</link><title>IATA, ICAO, and ACI to Jointly Host Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation</title><description>Organized within the context of the 2024 ICAO Year of Facilitation, this novel event is expected to result in the creation and exchange of significant new expertise towards improving the air travel experience of persons living with disabilities. </description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-04-02/</link><title>Statement on the Importance of Protecting Civil Aviation During Times of Conflict</title><description>IATA released the following statement reminding governments of the importance of protecting civil aviation, including airport and air navigation infrastructure, during times of conflict.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 05:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-04-01/</link><title>IATA WFS-WPS: Aligning for the Future</title><description>IATA announced that “Aligning for the Future” is the theme of the joint 2024 IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS).</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-03-03/</link><title>Ninth Straight Months of Double-Digit Growth for Air Cargo in August</title><description>IATA released data for August 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-03-02/</link><title>Passenger Demand Up 8.6% in August: Load Factor Reaches Record High</title><description>IATA released data for August 2024 global passenger demand, showing growth in all regions.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-03-01/</link><title>IATA Launches SeMS Certification to Enhance Aviation Security Risk Management</title><description>IATA has launched the IATA Security Management System (SeMS) Certification Program to strengthen aviation security.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-02-03/</link><title>IATA Warns of “disastrous” Aviation Tax Rises in France</title><description>IATA warned the French government that tax rises on air transport would be disastrous for the French economy.</description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:20:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-02-02/</link><title>IATA Launches IATA Connect: A New Hub for Aviation Safety and Compliance</title><description>IATA has launched IATA Connect, creating a secure community of aviation safety, security, compliance and operations experts at airlines, regulatory agencies and auditors. </description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-02-01/</link><title>Agreement on Principles for Use of Aircraft Operational Data</title><description>IATA and Airbus, Embraer and Rolls-Royce have established five key principles for access to, and the use of, Aircraft Operational Data (AOD).</description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-01-03/</link><title>100th Airline CEO Commits to IATA Safety Leadership Charter</title><description>IATA announced that 100 airline CEOs have committed to the IATA Safety Leadership Charter since its launch at the 2023 edition of the IATA World Safety and Operations Conference.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-01-02/</link><title>Morocco’s Aviation Sector Key to Economic Growth</title><description>IATA highlighted the important role of the Kingdom of Morocco’s aviation sector in driving economic growth and emphasized the need for smart regulation and cost-effective infrastructure to fully realize the potential of Morocco’s aviation industry. </description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-10-01-01/</link><title>Aviation Safety Priorities: Global Standards, Culture, and Innovation</title><description>IATA highlighted three critical priorities for sustained progress in aviation safety as the 2024 IATA World Safety and Operations Conference opened in Marrakech, Morocco today.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-30-01/</link><title>IATA and ANAC Work Together to Enhance Aviation Safety</title><description>IATA and the Brazilian National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC Brazil) are partnering to strengthen safety oversight in Brazil’s aviation sector with an agreement for IOSA and ISSA programs.</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 16:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-26-01/</link><title>IATA Wings of Change Europe to Offer Agenda for European Competitiveness</title><description>IATA announced that the theme for the 2024 Wings of Change Europe (WOCE) conference will focus on furthering competitive and sustainable European aviation.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-25-03/</link><title>Thrust Carbon Joins IATA CO2 Connect Emissions Calculations Distribution Network</title><description>IATA is expanding the distribution network for its IATA CO2 Connect emissions calculations with Thrust Carbon, a sustainability intelligence platform provider for the travel industry.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-25-02/</link><title>Delta Air Lines Becomes Latest Contributor to IATA CO2 Connect</title><description>IATA announced that Delta Air Lines (Delta) will use and contribute operational data to the IATA CO2 Connect emissions calculator, for both passenger and cargo flights.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-25-01/</link><title>IATA Further Develops CO2 Connect for Cargo with British Airways and Microsoft </title><description>IATA announced collaborations with British Airways and Microsoft to further enhance the accuracy of IATA CO2 Connect for Cargo in calculating carbon emissions.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-24-03/</link><title>IATA Announces Matchmaker Platform for Airlines and SAF Suppliers</title><description>IATA will create the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Matchmaker to link airlines and SAF suppliers.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-24-02/</link><title>IATA Announces EEU Procurement Event for Airlines</title><description>IATA announced at its World Sustainability Symposium that airlines will have the opportunity to buy Eligible Emissions Units (EEU) at a bespoke Procurement Event on the Aviation Carbon Exchange (ACE).</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-24-01/</link><title>IATA Releases Enhanced Policy and Finance Net Zero Roadmaps</title><description>IATA released updated Policy and Finance Net Zero Roadmaps, containing expanded and deepened analyses.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-23-01/</link><title>IATA and FIATA Collaborate to Strengthen Global Air Cargo Standards with FIATA Endorsement of ICHM</title><description>IATA and the FIATA International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations announce FIATA’s endorsement of the IATA Cargo Handling Manual (ICHM).</description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-04-01/</link><title>Innovation, Technology &amp; Global Challenges Key Themes of IATA’s World Safety and Operations Conference</title><description>IATA announced that the theme for the 2024 World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) is “Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations.”</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-03-02/</link><title>IATA Welcomes Abolition of Swedish Aviation Tax</title><description>IATA welcomed the announcement from the Swedish government that it will abolish the country’s aviation tax as of 1st of July 2025. </description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 18:05:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-09-03-01/</link><title>IVL Increase Will Hurt NZ’s Travel and Tourism Sector</title><description>The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed disappointment with the New Zealand Government's decision to increase the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). </description><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-08-29-01/</link><title>Passenger Demand Up 8% in July</title><description>IATA released data for July 2024 global passenger demand, hitting an all-time high in all regions but Africa.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-08-28-01/</link><title>Strong Air Cargo Demand Growth Extends into July</title><description>IATA released data for July 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-08-27-01/</link><title>Second IATA World Sustainability Symposium to Take Place in Miami</title><description>IATA's second World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) will focus on actions needed to achieve the airline industry’s commitment to net zero CO2 emissions by 2050.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-31-01/</link><title>Passenger Demand Up 9.1% in June</title><description>IATA released data for June 2024 global passenger demand, showing growth across all regions as the peak Northern summer travel season began.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-30-01/</link><title>June Air Cargo Demand Surges 14.1%, Boosting Strong First Half Performance</title><description>IATA released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.</description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-19-01/</link><title>Comment on Worldwide IT Issues (19 July 2024)</title><description>IATA's statement following worldwide IT issues with Microsoft and Crowdstrike on 19 July.</description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-12-01/</link><title>Statement on Dutch Supreme Court Decision Concerning Schiphol Airport</title><description>IATA responded to a judgement from the Supreme Court in the Netherlands about reduction of Schiphol's capacity and the Balanced Approach.</description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-04-01/</link><title>IATA and ASF to Develop Standard Cabin Waste Composition Audit Program</title><description>IATA is collaborating with the Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF) to launch a standardized Cabin Waste Composition Audit (CWCA).</description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-03-02/</link><title>Passenger Demand Up 10.7% in May</title><description>IATA released data for May 2024 global passenger demand, showing that strong demand for travel continues with airlines posting a 10.7% year-on-year increase.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 09:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-03-01/</link><title>South Africa Has Vast Potential in Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production</title><description>IATA called on South Africa to mobilize its experience, resources, and infrastructure to accelerate the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production.</description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-02-03/</link><title>IATA Urges South Africa's Government to Leverage Aviation for Economic Growth &amp; Job Creation</title><description>IATA has urged South Africa’s new Government of National Unity to continue prioritizing the development of its aviation sector as a critical driver for economic growth and job creation. </description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-02-01/</link><title>Strong Air Cargo Demand Continues in May</title><description>IATA released data for May 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 03:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-07-02-02/</link><title>African Airlines Set for a Small Profit in 2024</title><description>IATA called on Africa’s governments to take advantage of a strengthening aviation sector to maximize its benefits for economic and social development across the African Continent.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-28-01/</link><title>Spanish Government Should Adopt Ecological Commission's Recommendations for SAF Production</title><description>IATA welcomed the approval of a non-binding legislative proposal to the Spanish government to promote the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Spain.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-04-03/</link><title>Emirates, Airbus and IATA Collaborate on CBTA Training</title><description>IATA, Emirates, and Airbus have joined forces to deliver a Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) program for the Airbus A350 type rating.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-04-02/</link><title>IATA Timatic AutoCheck to Enhance Seamless Travel Experience for Star Alliance Customers</title><description>IATA and Star Alliance have agreed to enhance their long-standing relationship in the field of travel compliance solutions, with the Alliance adopting Timatic AutoCheck.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-04-01/</link><title>IATA Launches FueIIS: Advanced Fuel Efficiency Analytics Solution</title><description>IATA announced the launch of IATA FuelIS, an advanced analytics solution to optimize airline fuel consumption, using aggregated and anonymized flight and fuel data.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 01:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-03-06/</link><title>IATA 2024 Diversity &amp; Inclusion Award Winners</title><description>IATA announced the winners of the 2024 edition of IATA Diversity &amp; Inclusion Awards.</description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:00:00 Z</pubDate></item><item><link>https://www.iata.org/en/pressroom/2024-releases/2024-06-03-05/</link><title>Pieter Elbers Chairs IATA Board of Governors</title><description>IATA announced that Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo, has assumed his duties as Chair of the IATA Board of Governors (BoG).</description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 04:30:00 Z</pubDate></item></channel></rss>