International Air Transport Association (IATA)

February 2025 data for global #aircargo markets shows: ➡️ Total demand declined by 0.1% vs February 2024 levels (+0.4% for international operations), marking the 1st decline since mid-2023. ➡️ Capacity, decreased by 0.4% compared to February 2024 (+1.1% for international operations). “February saw a small contraction in air cargo demand, the first year-on-year decline since mid-2023. Much of this is explained by February 2024 being extraordinary—a leap year that was also boosted by Chinese New Year traffic, sea lane closures and a boom in e-commerce" said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. For a regional breakdown and other factors in the operating environment, check out 👇 https://bit.ly/4iN12LQ

It is not surprising New Zealand's Commerce Commission has concluded that Auckland Airport's charges are excessive in the range of NZD150 million to NZD226 million. The economic regulatory framework is not fit-for-purpose and in urgent need for change.

"Rising trade tensions are, of course, a concern for air cargo. With equity markets already showing their discomfort, we urge governments to focus on dialogue over tariffs." -Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. In this week's update: ✈️ New data reveals February passenger and cargo demand 🦺 Enhancing aviation safety culture with IATA I-ASC 📊 The role of Power-to-Liquid in expanding SAF availability 📦 Even more cargo updates in the Cargo Tracker 🚨IATA Annual Security Report ➕ ... and more! #aviation #economics #data #flying #cargo #travel #tariffs #SAF #airlines

A slight growth in ✈️ passenger demand according to February 2025 data: ✅ Total demand increased by 2.6% YoY ✅ Total capacity grew by 2.0% YoY ✅ February's load factor reached 81.1%, up 0.4 ppt compared to previous year “February traffic hit an all time high, and the number of scheduled flights is set to continue increasing in March and April. But we need to keep a close eye on developments in North America, which saw falls in both domestic and international traffic,” said Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General. For more information 👇 https://bit.ly/42cnmYn

The IATA Annual Security Report (IASeR) highlights key issues within aviation #security while exploring the topics from a local, regional and global perspective. Reflecting on 2024 and looking ahead, IASeR addresses emerging issues, events, and threats, providing a robust foundation for #aviation security debates, initiatives, capacity development, and mitigation strategies. Breaking free from legacy thinking: the current approach to aviation security is often slow and reactive. This report aims to drive innovative modeling to tackle new threats head-on. With advanced screening technologies, AI, open architecture, and a deeper understanding of threats, we can envision a more efficient, secure, and passenger-friendly aviation system. 📥 Check out the short version of the IASeR 👇 For more info: https://bit.ly/4iG1MT2

Did you know that Power-to-Liquid (PtL) is uniquely positioned as the only #SAF production technology that can leverage a theoretically unlimited feedstock supply, carbon dioxide (CO2), while offering the potential for enhanced emission reductions? PtL can be produced from CO2 sourced from biomasses, industrial waste gases, or direct air capture, combined with green hydrogen generated primarily by renewable energy-powered electrolyzers. Although very energy intensive presently, these characteristics position PtL as a key #technology to overcome feedstock bottlenecks and help ensure that sufficient SAF will be available to reach #netzero by 2050. Even with growing interest, PtL projects struggle to reach commercial production without significant policy incentives. Long-term public financial support is central to mitigating high investment costs, reducing renewable energy premiums, and catalyzing private investments, thus enabling the ramp-up of PtL SAF, critical to the decarbonization of aviation. Learn more in the #WeeklyChart 👉 https://bit.ly/3DUQ8ES #aviation #economics #sustainability #travel #airlines

In the first issue of 2025, Airlines Magazine brings you exclusive interviews with industry leaders like Chai Eamsiri, CEO of Thai Airways International, and Jasmin Bajić, CEO of Croatia Airlines. Read Willie Walsh's insights on the need for efficiency across the supply chain and explore the industry's figures for 2025, including freight growth and the slower-than-expected progress of #SAF. Also learn how Modern Airline Retailing is enhancing customer experiences through innovative methods. Highlights also include: ☑️ Cybersecurity: Tackling the latest threats in aviation. ☑️ Balanced Approach: Four pillar strategy to manage #aircraft noise for local communities Read it now ⏬ https://bit.ly/4ibNucw

Along with our colleagues in Heathrow Reimagined: A Better Hub for Britain. we support the UK Civil Aviation Authority in its aim to ensure capital efficiency of Heathrow charges. It's vital the CAA move forward with this immediately, regardless of the timetable for future charges reviews or possible expansion. 

Commercial aviation continues to be one of the safest modes of public transportation. In 2024, the industry successfully transported 5 billion passengers worldwide on over 40 million flights. Globally, the all-accident rate of 1.13 per million flights (one accident per 880,000 flights) was better than the five-year average of 1.25 but worse than the 1.09 recorded in 2023. Let's zoom in on regional data: 🔵 North America: With 12 accidents, the all-accident rate improved from 1.53 per million sectors in 2023 to 1.20 in 2024 and was better than the region’s five-year average of 1.26. 🔵 Asia-Pacific: With seven accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate increased from 0.92 per million sectors in 2023 to 1.04 in 2024 but remained below the five-year regional average of 1.10. 🔵 Africa: With 10 accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate rose from 8.36 per million sectors in 2023 to 10.59 in 2024, exceeding the five-year average of 8.46. 🔵 Middle East and North Africa: With two accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate improved from 1.12 accidents per million sectors in 2023 to 1.08 in 2024 and was also better than its five-year average of 1.09. 🔵 Commonwealth of Independent States: With no accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate improved from 1.05 accidents per million sectors in 2023 to zero in 2024, an improvement over the region’s five-year average of 2.49. 🔵 Europe: With nine accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate increased slightly from 0.95 per million sectors in 2023 to 1.02 accidents in 2024. This rate is on par with the region’s five-year average accident rate of 1.02. 🔵 North Asia: With a single accident, the all-accident rate increased slightly from zero accidents per million sectors in 2023 to 0.13 in 2024. This was better than the region’s five-year average of 0.16 accidents per million sectors. 🔵 Latin America and the Caribbean: With five accidents in 2024, the all-accident rate increased from 0.73 accidents per million sectors in 2023 to 1.77 accidents in 2024. This was better than the five-year average of 2.00. The aviation industry is steadfast in its commitment to maintaining and enhancing safety. The accumulation of safety data is our most powerful tool. Learn more about the IATA Annual Safety Report 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAdfBXB #aviation #airlines #transportation #flying #travel #data #safety

Payment costs and new customer payment needs is a key focus for #airlines. That’s where IATA Pay comes in. IATA Pay is an alternative payment method for travelers to pay for air tickets purchased online by directly debiting their bank account (account to account form of payment). This improves speed, user experience and security of payments, while significantly lowering payment processing fees for #airlines. Today, 4️⃣ 9️⃣ airlines offer IATA Pay in 3️⃣ 6️⃣ markets, with more progress expected in 2025. 📈 Learn more about IATA Pay 👇 https://bit.ly/3r09e22