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 31 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for February 2026 global air cargo markets showing:
Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 11.2% compared to February 2025 levels (+11.6% for international operations).
Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 8.5% compared to February 2025 (+9.8% for international operations).
"Air cargo demand grew 11.2% in February. Even considering the boost that February received from the movement of goods ahead of Lunar New Year, the month showed strong growth. The outbreak of war in the Middle East at the end of the month, however, makes it difficult to see how full-year performance will unfold. Sharply rising fuel costs, fuel scarcity in parts of the world, and the ......read full article
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 EU Must Review EU ETS to Support Competitiveness as Aviation Decarbonizes
24 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) calls for the review of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to enhance European air connectivity and economic resilience by improving the competitiveness of Europe’s air transport industry.
IATA calls for the review to:
Ensure full implementation of CORSIA for all international flights, including flights within the European Economic Area (EEA) routes. To prevent market fragmentations, the EU should avoid regional derogations, additional eligibility hurdles, and overlapping measures that conflict with this global framework.
Enable a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) book-and-claim system for the claiming of environmental ......read full article
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 17 March 2026 (Geneva) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long‑Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050.
Under the mid‑range scenario, demand is forecast to reach 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), based on a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% (2024-2050) from the 9 trillion RPKs seen in 2024.
A higher growth scenario would see a 3.3% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 21.9 trillion RPKs in 2050. A lower growth scenario would see 2.9% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 19.5 trillion RPKs by 2050.
The different scenarios are driven by alternative modeling of long-term economic growth, populations, aviation fuel price trends, the global energy transition, and air ......read full article
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 13 March 2026 (Lima) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, IATA's digital Dangerous Goods Declaration solution, as a feature of DG AutoCheck. The new tool fully digitalizes the creation and approval of shippers' declarations for more than 3,800 dangerous items—from lithium batteries to explosives and chemicals. This results in faster document sharing, improved safety, and a significant reduction in rejected shipments.
Today, 95% of Dangerous Goods Declarations are still received in paper format. These declarations must be scanned, converted into a PDF document, then uploaded into DG AutoCheck to be validated. With DG Digital, declarations are generated and transmitted digitally from creation by the shipper to validation. This creates a more efficient and ......read full article
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 12 March 2026 (Lima) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in air cargo with three initiatives to improve operational efficiency, strengthen safety and compliance, and accelerate innovation across the global air cargo value chain:
Making publications more efficient: IATA is launching an AI Subject Matter Expert (AI SME), a mobile and web-based application that helps operational teams quickly find information in IATA cargo and safety publications by asking questions in plain language. The tool provides accurate answers within seconds. This supports faster operational decision-making, strengthens compliance, and improves efficiency in time-critical environments.
The AI SME will be available initially for the IATA Dangerous Goods ......read full article
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 11 March 2026 (Lima, Peru) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) today released a report, showing air cargo’s vital role in sustaining global trade and supporting economic growth in 2025 amid severe trade policy uncertainty. Two key report findings are that:
Air cargo enabled the frontloading of $157 billion US imports in the first quarter of 2025.
Air cargo transported more than two thirds of global AI-related goods in 2025.
These activities supported global trade growth of 2.4% in 2025—well above initial forecasts by the World Trade Organization. Global GDP also expanded by 3.2% despite significant policy headwinds.
“Air cargo is a structural component of global economic resilience. In 2025, it helped businesses absorb tariff shocks, enabled rapid trade restructuring, and ......read full article
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 11 March 2026 (Lima) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted three priorities for the global air cargo industry:
Accelerating digitalization
Strengthening global standards
Enhancing safety and security
"Air cargo plays a critical role in connecting businesses to global markets and keeping supply chains moving, even as the operating environment becomes more complex. With so many external events impacting global supply chains—including the tariff and geopolitical shocks—it is important that we work on building resilience in areas we can control or influence. Working together to strengthen digitalization, global standards, and supply chain security will position air cargo well to continue supporting economic growth by connecting products to markets," said Brendan Sullivan, ......read full article
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 0 March 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2025 Annual Safety Report demonstrating a solid year of safety performance with the following highlights:
The all-accident rate of 1.32 per million flights (one accident per 759,646 flights) was better than the 1.42 recorded in 2024 but slightly above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 1.27.
There were 51 accidents in 2025 among 38.7 million flights. That is fewer than the 54 accidents among 37.9 million flights in 2024, but above the 2021-2025 five-year average of 44 accidents.
There were eight fatal accidents in 2025. That is more than the seven fatal accidents recorded in 2024 and the five-year average of six fatal accidents.
There were 394 onboard fatalities in 2025, more than the 244 fatalities reported in ......read full article
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 9 March 2026 (Amman) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2026 edition of IATA Focus Africa Conference will convene under the theme 'Elevating Aviation Safety, Connectivity, and Operational Efficiency in Africa' in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 29-30 April 2026, hosted by Ethiopian Airlines.
"Aviation has the potential to do much more to enable Africa's economic and social development. Improving safety, harmonizing regulations, and reducing costs while increasing operational efficiency are at the top of the agenda for this edition of the IATA Focus Africa Conference. The demand to support 3-4% growth annually is there. Focus Africa aims to align the continent's aviation stakeholders in taking the pragmatic steps needed to turn potential into a sustainable ......read full article
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 26 February 2026 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the opening of nominations for the 2026 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Awards. The Awards recognize excellence in the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry in three categories:
The Inspirational Role Model Award recognizes a woman holding a senior position within the air transport industry who has had substantial impact on diversity and inclusion in aviation through her significant influence at global level.
The High Flyer Award recognizes a female aviation professional under the age of 40 who has demonstrated leadership through concrete action in favor of diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the industry.
The Diversity & ......read full article
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Designed around comfort, reliability and time gained
A calm option for commuters, business travellers and families
A passenger experience built for every-day and every-way of life
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 25 February 2026: Following the announcement of the UAE's national passenger rail network, Etihad Rail has revealed new details on what passengers can expect when services start operating later this year.
The passenger experience has been developed with a clear focus on how people live, work and travel across the UAE today, offering a modern, comfortable and reliable alternative to intercity driving, while supporting the country's wider mobility and sustainability goals.
Azza AlSuwaidi, Deputy CEO, Etihad Rail Mobility said: "This next phase of our passenger journey is about moving from infrastructure to ......read full article
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 KUWAIT, 22 FEBRUARY 2026: Waldorf Astoria Kuwait and its spa have reinforced their standing among the world’s foremost luxury hospitality destinations by retaining the prestigious Five Star rating in the 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards for the third consecutive year, reflecting consistent operational excellence and an unwavering commitment to the highest international standards of luxury service.
This renewed global acknowledgment reflects the maturity of the hotel’s operating model, built on refined personalized service, meticulous attention to detail, and continuous investment in elevating guest experiences in line with evolving regional and international expectations. The achievement further strengthens the property’s role as a key contributor to Kuwait’s growing luxury tourism landscape and its appeal ......read full article
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 18 February 2026 (Geneva/Madrid) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Spanish Airline Association (ALA) called for an annual reduction of 4.9% (excluding inflation) in Spanish airport charges over the next five years (2027–2031), a level compatible with maintaining an airport investment plan of nearly €10 billion over the same period, and enhancing Spain’s economic competitiveness.
AENA, the operator of most airports in Spain, has proposed an annual increase of 3.8% (excluding inflation) for the five-year period covered by the Third Airport Regulation Document (DORA III). Airlines reject this proposal, citing AENA’s consistent underestimation of traffic growth and the excessive regulated returns it has earned during previous regulatory periods.
Between 2017 and 2025, ......read full article
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 Dubai, UAE, 4 February 2026 - Emirates marked UAE-Kuwait Week with a series of special onboard initiatives, marking the longstanding ties that unite the UAE and the State of Kuwait.
the occasion, the airline introduced a special selection of traditional desserts across all cabin classes on its 30 weekly flights between Dubai and Kuwait. This included a Pistachio Rahash Tart served in all cabin classes, alongside a Gahwa Tart for First and Business class passengers, and a Toffee Date Cake for passengers traveling in Premium Economy and Economy Class. The airline also lined up special onboard announcements, highlighting the significance of the week.
Throughout the week, passengers also enjoyed a wide range of Arabic content, including popular Kuwaiti movies and TV shows like Gergasha, Fath Hesab, Al Sohba Al Holwa, and Darb Al Zalag, ......read full article
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 10 December 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that USD 1.2 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of the end of October 2025. A marginal improvement of USD 100 million has been made since last reported in April 2025. Out of total blocked funds reported, 93% are trapped in Africa and Middle East (AME).
IATA called on governments to lift all restrictions on currency repatriation and allow airlines to access their revenues in U.S. dollars from ticket sales, cargo sales and other activities, as guaranteed in bilateral air service agreements and treaty obligations. Restrictions include burdensome or inconsistent procedures to obtain repatriation approval, delays in obtaining approval, shortage or lack of foreign exchange or other limitations imposed by ......read full article
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 Premium hospitality, world-class golf and luxury lifestyle experiences reshape Thailand’s business travel landscape.
Thailand is emerging as a preferred destination for business travellers from the Gulf who are increasingly combining work commitments with elevated leisure and luxury experiences. With premium hospitality, modern business districts and an expanding ecosystem of high-end lifestyle offerings, the country is positioning itself as a leading hub for travellers who value efficiency during the day and indulgence after hours. Industry analysts note that Thailand’s upscale business travel segment continues to generate strong revenue, with luxury hotel groups reporting steady growth driven by executive travellers seeking personalised service and high-comfort environments.
Bangkok remains the anchor for ......read full article
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 High-end hospitality, private island villas and world-class wellness draw an increasing number of affluent Gulf travellers.
Thailand is solidifying its reputation as one of the world’s most desirable luxury destinations for Gulf travellers, supported by rising demand for exclusive accommodations, advanced wellness experiences and premium lifestyle offerings. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) recorded more than 162,790 Middle Eastern arrivals in the early months of 2025 and expects numbers to reach around 1.1 million by year-end, underscoring strong interest from UAE and GCC residents seeking indulgent, highly personalised escapes.
Phuket, Koh Samui and Krabi remain at the forefront of the country’s luxury appeal, with private villa estates offering a level of exclusivity that continues to ......read full article
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 18 November 2025 (Belem, Brazil) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with the governments of Japan, Malaysia and leading industry stakeholders, have issued a joint statement at COP30, urging governments and the international community to reaffirm the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)'s leadership and accelerate coordinated climate action for aviation to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Specifically, the signatories highlight the need for global solutions, emphasizing that ICAO remains the exclusive forum for addressing international aviation emissions. The signatories caution against fragmented or unilateral measures, stressing that only a unified approach can deliver effective climate results for the sector. The signatories also stress the role of robust ......read full article
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 18 November 2025 (Brussels) -- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reiterated its strong concern that proposed reforms by the European Parliament to EU261 consumer rights regulation will entrench and worsen its flaws, which have ensured ever-rising costs to consumers and airlines, while failing to tackle the main concerns of passengers.
The shortcomings of EU261 have been known for years. In June, European governments finally acted to put in place changes to EU261 that would safeguard connectivity and preserve the competitiveness of European aviation. While far from perfect, the European Council attempted to achieve a more balanced regulation – which has always been the objective of reviewing EU261. The most notable reform was to move the thresholds for compensation from the present three hours to four hours ......read full article
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 Airline’s worldwide rollout of SITA’s SD-WAN sets a new benchmark for aviation connectivity and performance
GENEVA – 13 November 2025 – Airlines today face the dual challenge of rising passenger volumes and increasingly complex digital operations. Legacy networks are stretched thin, making it harder to keep global outstations connected, secure, and resilient. To overcome these pressures, Qatar Airways, one of the world’s leading airlines, has rolled out SITA’s next-generation Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) technology across its international outstations. The agreement marks the first large-scale SD-WAN deployment for a major global airline by SITA.
SD-WAN replaces rigid legacy networks with a flexible, software-based system that intelligently routes data across multiple ......read full article
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 Kuwait City, Kuwait: Returning to the coastline with renewed vision and depth, JON reopens its doors as one of Kuwait’s most anticipated cultural and experiential dining destinations.
Created by Gastronomica, the region’s leading hospitality group behind concepts such as OFK, White Robata, Republique, Slider Station, Burger Boutique and more, in collaboration with the Touristic Enterprises Company (TEC), JON redefines how Kuwait experiences dining, design, and entertainment in one immersive coastal setting.
JON is a living expression of Kuwaiti identity, a refined meeting point between gastronomy, artistry, and modern culture. Its seafront location serves as both stage and canvas for local creativity to unfold through culinary collaborations, live performances, design showcases, and storytelling encounters that bring ......read full article
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Organized by dmg events, the new event will be co-located with Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia| 16 October 2025: The Middle East’s air cargo sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by national visions and government initiatives, a booming e-commerce market and major infrastructure investments. Supporting this growth, Air Cargo Middle East Expo, organized by dmg events, will launch in the Kingdom as the Middle East’s most important air cargo event, taking place from 30 August – 1 September 2026 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center.
The event will feature 150+ exhibitors from over 20 countries and is expected to attract 7,000+ visitors from across the Middle East including air cargo carriers, airport operators, cargo terminal managers, cold chain ......read full article
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 24 September 2025 (Geneva) —The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in partnership with Worley Consulting, has published a study demonstrating that sufficient sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) feedstock exists to enable the airline industry to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050. All feedstocks considered meet stringent sustainability criteria and do not lead to changes in land use.
The study also identified significant barriers in using that feedstock for SAF production, namely:
The slow pace of technology rollout that would enable SAF to be produced from varied sources. Currently the only commercially scaled SAF production facilities use HEFA technology, for example converting used cooking oil into SAF.
Competition with other potential users of the same feedstock. Policies allocating biomass ......read full article
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 04 September 2025 (Geneva) –The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the 2025 World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) will take place from 14–16 October 2025 in Xiamen, China, hosted by Xiamen Airlines.
"This year's WSOC will have a future focus. Our efforts to date have made aviation operations safer. Evolving technologies, including AI, will enable us to do even better as the landscape of risks changes. WSOC is the opportunity to look at technology and risk as we examine topics including safely managing the proliferation of lithium batteries carried by travelers, GNSS interference near conflict zones, improving accident reporting, managing supply chain challenges, and maintaining spectrum integrity in the face of growing telecom needs. By addressing these and other ......read full article
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 Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – August 26, 2025: flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced resuming direct flights between Jeddah and Kuwait as of the first of November, to further expand its network in line with its growth and expansion plan and in alignment with national objectives in the aviation and tourism sectors.
Effective November 1st, flynas will start operating three weekly flights between Kuwait International Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. This new route will increase flynas' flights between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to 10 flights per week, as the company operates one flight daily between Riyadh and Kuwait in line with flynas growth and expansion plan, launched under the title "We Connect the World to the Kingdom", ......read full article
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 14-August-2025 (Geneva) - 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 Pacific as the host airline. Collaboration across multiple sectors and regulators is essential for aviation to achieve its decarbonization goals, and gatherings like this provide a valuable platform for leading voices to come together to drive meaningful change. ......read full article
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 6-August-2025(Geneva) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has signed an agreement with software company Chooose to expand market access to IATA CO2 Connect emissions data. Airlines managing their SAF programs via the Chooose platform will now be able to deliver IATA CO2 Connect’s trusted data—based on real operational inputs from over 70 airlines and aligned with IATA RP 1726 and ISO 14083—directly to their corporate and consumer traveler customers.
IATA research conducted in April 2024 revealed that 40% of travelers—particularly business travelers—regularly check their flight-related carbon emissions. By delivering CO2 Connect data through its platform, Chooose helps airlines and corporate partners meet that demand for transparency, ......read full article
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 4 August 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released the latest edition of the World Air Transport Statistics (WATS) with comprehensive statistical data for 2024.
Updated annually with data from over 240 international airlines, the WATS database provides a complete overview of airline metrics related to demand, supply, and performance. The report includes a detailed breakdown of scheduled passenger and cargo traffic demand, scheduled passenger and cargo capacity, overview of the global airline fleet, and top airport pairs.
The report also provides details on the financial health of the industry with in-depth information on operating costs and revenue, aircraft utilization and number of airline employees.
Premium Classes Show Strong Growth
A key finding from this year's ......read full article
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 01 August 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2025 global air cargo markets showing:
Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 0.8% compared to June 2024 levels (1.6% for international operations).
Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 1.7% compared to June 2024 (2.8% for international operations).
“Overall, air cargo demand grew by a modest 0.8% year-on-year in June, but there are very differing stories behind that number for the industry’s major players. Trade tensions saw North American traffic fall by 8.3% and European growth stagnate at 0.8%. But Asia-Pacific bucked the trend to report a 9.0% expansion. Meanwhile disruptions from military conflict in the Middle East saw the ......read full article
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 31 July 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for June 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights:
Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.6% compared to June 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was also up 3.4% year-on-year. The June load factor was 84.5% (-0.6 ppt compared to June 2024).
International demand rose 3.2% compared to June 2024. Capacity was up 4.2% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.4% (-0.8 ppt compared to June 2024).
Domestic demand increased 1.6% compared to June 2024. Capacity was up 2.1% year-on-year. The load factor was 84.7% (-0.4 ppt compared to June 2024).
“In June, demand for air travel grew by 2.6%. That’s a slower pace than we have ......read full article
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 Kuwait – July 2025 – Gastronomica, the leading name behind some of the region's most distinctive dining experiences, has officially opened the second location of its acclaimed Kuwaiti concept, Mala, in Sabah Al Salem.
Following the success of its debut in Khiran, Mala brings its unique blend of nostalgic comfort and modern Kuwaiti cuisine to a new neighbourhood, offering guests an elevated take on beloved local dishes in a space that evokes the soul of Kuwait in the 80s and 90s. Situated in the heart of Al Arjan Complex, this new opening makes Mala's much-loved flavours more accessible to city dwellers and loyal guests alike.
Rooted in tradition yet distinctly contemporary, Mala is more than just a restaurant, it's a cultural experience that speaks to both memory and modernity. The interiors are ......read full article
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During ATM 2025, senior executives from Minor Hotels, Fairmont and Marriott highlighted the rise of ‘hyper-personalisation’ in the luxury hospitality industry
The ATM Travel Trends report states that 85% of hoteliers view personalisation as a crucial driver of commercial value
Next-Gen travellers are driving demand for luxury experiences that focus on meaning over opulence
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 July 2025: Personalisation is emerging as a growing trend in travel and tourism, particularly within the luxury segment, as travellers increasingly seek experiences tailored to their individual preferences and lifestyles.
At Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, senior executives from leading hotel groups, including Minor Hotels, Fairmont and Marriott, examined the rising influence of ......read full article
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 6 July 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed its deep disappointment at the recommendation of the Global Solidarity Levies Task Force (GSLTF) to target air transportation in its aim to “improve domestic revenue mobilization of developing countries and support international solidarity (in particular with regards to climate change mitigation and adaptation, pandemics and other development challenges).”
An initial assessment of the GSLTF’s proposals reveals severe deficiencies, including that:
A Competitive Airline Industry Does Not Generate Excessive Profits: The GSLTF announcement, while lacking any meaningful detail, quotes a CE Delft estimation that a premium flyer levy could generate EUR 78 billion (over USD 90 billion) per year. That is approximately ......read full article
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 01 July 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2025 global passenger demand with the following highlights:
Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 5.0% compared to May 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was also up 5.0% year-on-year. The May load factor was 83.4% (-0.1 ppt compared to May 2024).
International demand rose 6.7% compared to May 2024. Capacity was up 6.4% year-on-year, and the load factor was 83.2% (+0.2 ppt compared to May 2024). This is a record load factor on international flights for May.
Domestic demand increased 2.1% compared to May 2024. Capacity was up 2.8% year-on-year. The load factor was 83.7% (-0.5 ppt compared to May 2024).
“Air travel demand growth ......read full article
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 30 June 2025 (Geneva) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for May 2025 global air cargo markets showing:
Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 2.2% compared to May 2024 levels (+3.0% for international operations).
Capacity, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 2.0% compared to May 2024 (+2.6% for international operations).
“Air cargo demand globally grew 2.2% in May. That is encouraging news as a 10.7% drop in traffic on the Asia to North America trade lane illustrated the dampening effect of shifting US trade policies. Even as these policies evolve, already we can see the air cargo sector’s well-tested resilience helping shippers to accommodate supply chain needs to flexibly hold back, re-route ......read full article
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18 June 2025 (Cologne) – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have published a comprehensive plan to mitigate the risks stemming from global navigation satellite system (GNNS) interference. The plan was part of the conclusions of a jointly-hosted workshop on the topic of GNSS interference.
Given the continued rise in frequency of incidents of interference with GNSS signals, the workshop concluded that a broader and more coordinated approach is needed — focusing on four key areas: improved information gathering, stronger prevention and mitigation measures, more effective use of infrastructure and airspace management, and enhanced coordination and preparedness among relevant agencies.
Reported incidents of interference with GNSS signals, known as ......read full article
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 Paris, France, 18 June 2025 – EGYPTAIR has disclosed a firm order for an additional six A350-900s as part of its expansion strategy to meet growing demand for air travel. The agreement takes the airline’s total order for the type to 16 A350-900.
“We are continuously working to modernise our fleet and deliver a more comfortable and optimised travel experience. This collaboration with Airbus builds on a long-standing relationship that spans decades, marked by multiple successful deals and strategic partnerships in the aviation sector. Today’s announcement reflects our commitment to integrating the next-generation aircraft into our fleet. It will enable us to meet rising demand for long-haul travel, support our network expansion plans over the next five years, and contribute to Egypt’s broader ......read full article
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 Paris, France, 16 June 2025 – Riyadh Air, the new premium international airline based in Saudi Arabia, has placed a firm order for 25 A350-1000 aircraft. The agreement, which can potentially increase to 50 A350-1000 was signed at the Paris Air Show, with the ceremony attended by H.E Yasir Al-Rumayyan, The Governor of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), Christian Scherer, CEO Commercial Aircraft at Airbus and Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air.
Riyadh Air will become the first airline in Saudi Arabia to operate the A350-1000. It also supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambition to reach 300 million air passengers annually by the end of the decade, positioning the country as a global aviation and tourism hub.
“This order marks a significant step forward in building a world-class airline that ......read full article
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 Paris, France, 16 June 2025 – AviLease, the global aircraft lessor headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has announced an initial order for 10 A350F freighters and 30 A320neo Family aircraft. The agreement which also foresees a future increase to 22 A350F freighters and 55 A320neo Family aircraft was signed at the 2025 Paris Airshow.
“We are proud to establish an Airbus order book, strengthening our position as a full-service, investment grade global lessor. The addition of these latest generation aircraft enhances our ability to offer modern, fuel-efficient fleet solutions to our airline partners in Saudi Arabia and around the world. We thank our local partners and Airbus for the strong long-term partnership we have established and look forward to placing these aircraft across our valued customer ......read full article
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 11 June 2025: WTM London 2025 has announced that this year's conference programme will be shaped around the theme "Reimagining Travel in a Changing World".
In 2025, for the first time, WTM London are introducing a unified theme across all six conference tracks to maintain focus and enhance clarity throughout the event. While the tracks remain consistent with last year—covering Sustainability, Technology, DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion), Marketing, Geo-Economics, and Travel Trends—the unified theme will create a cohesive experience for all attendees.
Organisers are now inviting bold thinkers, fresh voices, and forward-looking innovators to submit proposals for WTM 2025. This is an opportunity to share expertise with a wide-reaching, global audience of travel industry ......read full article
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