Korean Air has renewed its certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma), reaffirming its commitment to the highest standards in pharmaceutical transportation. IATA’s CEIV Pharma program is a global benchmark for quality and expertise in handling and transporting pharmaceutical products. To obtain the certification, organisations undergo a rigorous evaluation by international … [Read more...] about Korean Air renews IATA CEIV Pharma certification
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IATA: Air cargo demand up 2.9% in September, seventh straight month of growth
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for September 2025 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2.9% compared to September 2024 levels (+3.2% for international operations). Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.0% compared to September 2024 (+4.4% for international operations). “Air cargo demand grew 2.9% year-on-year in September, marking the seventh … [Read more...] about IATA: Air cargo demand up 2.9% in September, seventh straight month of growth
IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety and operations
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three critical priorities for aviation safety and operations as the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) opened today in Xiamen, China. These are: defending and evolving global standards, fostering a strong safety culture through leadership, and using data to enhance performance amid growing operational challenges. “The environment in which airlines operate has grown even more complex as conflicts and regulatory … [Read more...] about IATA highlights critical priorities for aviation safety and operations
IATA appoints Thomas Reynaert to lead global advocacy
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the appointment of Thomas Reynaert as Senior Vice President, External Affairs. From 1 September 2025, Reynaert will be responsible for coordinating IATA’s global advocacy efforts from its office in Brussels, Belgium. Reynaert joins IATA from IBM, where he was Vice President, Government and Regulatory Affairs for Europe, the Middle East and Africa from 2023. Prior to IBM, Reynaert was the founding Managing Director of Airlines for … [Read more...] about IATA appoints Thomas Reynaert to lead global advocacy
Cathay Cargo earns CEIV Lithium Batteries recertification
Cathay Cargo has refreshed another of its specialist shipment solutions to deliver best-in-class quality and standards. Cathay Dangerous Goods requires precise handling, segregated storage across all nine classes of dangerous goods, including flammable, radioactive and other types of hazardous materials, along with the safe carriage of lithium-ion batteries. Cathay Cargo was one of the first carriers in Asia to receive the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) Center of Excellence for … [Read more...] about Cathay Cargo earns CEIV Lithium Batteries recertification
Third IATA World Sustainability Symposium to take place in Hong Kong
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will hold the third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) in Hong Kong SAR, China, on 21–22 October 2025, hosted by Cathay Pacific. The event will bring together leaders from aviation, energy, finance, and policy to advance the industry’s commitment to achieving net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. “As the IATA World Sustainability Symposium lands in Asia for the first time, we are honored that Hong Kong has been selected as the location and Cathay … [Read more...] about Third IATA World Sustainability Symposium to take place in Hong Kong
