The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2027 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. Highlights of revisions include: Dangerous Good Regulations (DGR) Instructions to improve clarity on DGR packaging requirements Restrictions and requirements for spare batteries and power banks Requirements for lithium battery-powered mobility aids … [Read more...] about IATA releases 2027 cargo and ground operations manuals
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Asia Pacific airlines see cargo demand grow 6.2% in 1H 2026 as July growth moderates
Preliminary July 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed further moderation in international passenger markets. Higher air fares continued to weigh on demand among price-sensitive leisure travellers. Regional travel was also affected by further rationalisation of network operations in the industry, in response to persistently elevated jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions associated with the Middle East conflict. Against this backdrop, Asia … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific airlines see cargo demand grow 6.2% in 1H 2026 as July growth moderates
IATA: Air cargo demand grows 3.9% in July
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 3.9% compared to July 2025 (4.7% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 1.7% compared to July 2025 (1.8% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 3.9% year-on-year in July. While all regions recorded growth, airlines in … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand grows 3.9% in July
APASS 2027: Asia Pacific Aviation safety leaders to gather in Kuala Lumpur
Preparations are well underway for the Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar 2027 (APASS 2027), which will take place from 7–9 September 2027 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Organised by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) and hosted by Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) with the support of the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM), APASS 2027 will bring together aviation leaders, safety professionals, regulators, aircraft and engine manufacturers, maintenance organisations, air … [Read more...] about APASS 2027: Asia Pacific Aviation safety leaders to gather in Kuala Lumpur
AAPA: Air cargo demand holds firm despite softer passenger traffic
Preliminary June 2026 traffic figures released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed a softening in international passenger demand. Weaker traffic in some regional markets reflected capacity reductions and higher airfares following the escalation in fuel prices, even as travel approached the peak mid-year season. Overall, Asia Pacific airlines carried an aggregate total of 30.5 million international passengers in June, representing a 1.1% decline compared to the same month … [Read more...] about AAPA: Air cargo demand holds firm despite softer passenger traffic
IATA: Air cargo demand strengthens in June, up 8.5%
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased by 8.5% compared to June 2025 (9.6% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 4.4% compared to June 2025 (4.9% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 8.5% year-on-year in June. While North America was the strongest contributor to … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand strengthens in June, up 8.5%





