Answering the need of air cargo shippers for timely information, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a free online platform that helps match shipping needs with the availability of infrastructure capabilities and certifications of service providers across the the air cargo supply chain. Dubbed IATA ONE Source, the platform lists the latest operational information on airlines, airports, cargo handling facilities, freight forwarders, ground handlers, shippers, and … [Read more...] about IATA rolls out platform to show capacity and services availability for air cargo shippers
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IATA: Air cargo steadily recovers as manufacturing output and export orders pick up
Data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) show global air cargo traffic in July dropped 13.5 percent compared to last year, which was a mild improvement from the 17.6 percent shortfall in June. Air cargo traffic for July was weaker than expected, but new export orders and manufacturing output are indicating signs of improvement for air cargo in the coming period. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)—an indicator of economic health in the manufacturing … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo steadily recovers as manufacturing output and export orders pick up
Post-COVID-19 green recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuels
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) emphasised the aviation industry’s commitment to its emissions reduction goals and called for the International Energy Agency (IEA) to prioritize investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to help power aviation’s contribution to the post-COVID-19 recovery. IATA’s call comes on the eve of the IEA Clean Energy Transitions Summit which will meet virtually to debate moves toward a low-carbon future. The IEA is well placed to promote SAF … [Read more...] about Post-COVID-19 green recovery must embrace sustainable aviation fuels
IATA traveler survey reveals COVID-19 concerns
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released public opinion research showing the willingness to travel being tempered by concerns over the risks of catching COVID-19 during air travel. The industry’s re-start plans address passenger’s main concerns. Concerns for travel during COVID-19 Travelers are taking precautions to protect themselves from COVID-19 with 77 percent saying that they are washing their hands more frequently, 71 percent avoiding large meetings and 67 percent … [Read more...] about IATA traveler survey reveals COVID-19 concerns
New General Counsel at IATA as Jeff Shane retires
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Karen Clayton has taken on the duties of General Counsel in addition to her responsibilities as Corporate Secretary effective today, 1 July 2020. Jeff Shane retired as IATA’s General Counsel on 30 June 2020 after seven years of service. “The entire aviation world owes a huge debt of gratitude to Jeff, who joined IATA after a distinguished 25-year career in public service and another 15 years in private practice. While in public … [Read more...] about New General Counsel at IATA as Jeff Shane retires
IATA welcomes ICAO council decision on CORSIA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the decision by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to use 2019 as a baseline for the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). In 2022, the ICAO Assembly will consider if further amendments are necessary to address the impacts of COVID-19 to ensure the successful implementation of the scheme. Airlines are committed to reducing net emissions to half 2005 levels by … [Read more...] about IATA welcomes ICAO council decision on CORSIA
