International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Air cargo demand maintains strong momentum, up 5.5% in November 2025, says IATA

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for November 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 5.5% compared to November 2024 levels (+6.9% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 4.7% compared to November 2024 (+6.5% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 5.5% year-on-year in November 2025, boosted by shippers … [Read more...] about Air cargo demand maintains strong momentum, up 5.5% in November 2025, says IATA

IATA survey shows growing awareness of ONE Record and areas for further support

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released findings from a survey of cargo industry participants to assess industry awareness, readiness, and support needs for the implementation of ONE Record as the preferred data-sharing standard for air cargo from 1 January 2026. Top line findings show significant levels of awareness and readiness among respondents with: Over 70% showing awareness of ONE Record among respondents, and Nearly 50% indicating readiness. The … [Read more...] about IATA survey shows growing awareness of ONE Record and areas for further support

IATA unveils 2026 events calendar

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled its 2026 event calendar, bringing together industry and government leaders to focus on the air transport industry’s most pressing challenges. “Uniquely, IATA, through our global events, assembles the most influential voices across the industry to tackle air transport’s biggest challenges and opportunities. Whether taking the next step in digitalising cargo operations, developing a common approach to adopting more economical … [Read more...] about IATA unveils 2026 events calendar

IATA: Air cargo demand sets new record in October, up 4.1%, marking eight straight months of growth

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 4.1% compared to October 2024 levels (+4.8% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 5.1% compared to October 2024 (+6.4% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 4.1% year-on-year in October, marking the eighth consecutive month … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand sets new record in October, up 4.1%, marking eight straight months of growth

Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents

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Optimism was the prevailing tone as Asia Pacific's airline leaders convened in Bangkok from 14–15 November 2025 for the 69th Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) Assembly of Presidents. And the confidence is well-founded: the region handles 35% of global air traffic, boasts the world’s fastest cargo growth, and is poised to dominate aviation’s future. Against this backdrop, airline executives outlined strategies to ensure that infrastructure, workforce development, and sustainability … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific aviation leaders chart growth strategy at 69th AAPA Assembly of Presidents

IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the updated 2026 editions of key industry manuals for cargo and ground operations, which incorporate close to 100 major changes and revisions to align with evolving global standards. The main changes to the 2026 manuals include: Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and Battery Shipping Regulations (BSR) Battery-related updates dominate the DGR and BSR for 2026. The number of lithium batteries transported as cargo by air has … [Read more...] about IATA updates cargo and ground operations manuals