Air cargo was a standout performer in 2024, growing 11.3% —outpacing passenger demand. E-commerce expansion and disruptions in sea shipping kept demand high, with yields 39% above 2019 levels. Looking ahead, 2025 is set for another 5.8% growth, but challenges loom: geopolitical uncertainty, inflation, and potential U.S. policy shifts, including new tariffs. These pressing issues will take center stage at the IATA World Cargo Symposium (WCS) 2025 in Dubai from the 15-17 April. Industry leaders … [Read more...] about IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025: Navigating geopolitical shifts with technology & innovation
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GLSHK powers Cathay Cargo’s One Record links with forwarders in day-to-day usage
Global Logistics System Hong Kong (GLSHK) is an International Air Transport Association (IATA) strategic partner and has taken an advisory role in setting up the foundation and standards of the IATA ONE Record protocol for its customers. Recently, it enabled one of these, Cathay Cargo, to become the first carrier to start using ONE Record protocols in day-to-day usage with select forwarders on the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong, enabling them to exchange electronic air waybill (eAWB) and … [Read more...] about GLSHK powers Cathay Cargo’s One Record links with forwarders in day-to-day usage
IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025 to focus on people, processes and performance
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will focus on the need to modernize operations, invest in workforce development, and strengthen coordination and collaboration to improve performance. “Ground handling is critical for the safety, efficiency and resilience of the entire aviation industry. The key word we will focus on at this year’s IGHC is “elevate”. We’ll be looking for ways to drive better performance in the … [Read more...] about IATA Ground Handling Conference 2025 to focus on people, processes and performance
IATA releases SAF accounting and reporting methodology
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its methodology for accounting and reporting the emissions reduction associated with the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by airlines. SAF is an essential component of airline plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The IATA methodology fulfils the critical need to ensure that SAF’s contribution to aviation’s decarbonization is accurately, consistently, and transparently accounted. The publication of the IATA SAF … [Read more...] about IATA releases SAF accounting and reporting methodology
Vienna Airport receives IATA CEIV certification for lithium batteries
New international certification for Vienna Airport: For safety reasons, the handling of air cargo shipments with lithium batteries is subject to particularly high requirements. Vienna International Airport has now received the CEIV certification for lithium batteries from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for its processes, infrastructure and trained staff. This step underlines Vienna Airport's commitment to meet the growing demand for high-quality handling services for these … [Read more...] about Vienna Airport receives IATA CEIV certification for lithium batteries
IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium: Aligning for the future
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that “Aligning for the Future” is the theme of the joint 2024 IATA World Financial Symposium (WFS) and World Passenger Symposium (WPS). The event takes place on 30-31 October 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) is the host airline for the event. The customer is the link between the two symposia which will be jointly held for a second year based on the feedback of attendees. “By … [Read more...] about IATA World Financial Symposium and World Passenger Symposium: Aligning for the future
