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    About International Air Transport Association (IATA)

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    PO Box 113
     Montreal, QC H4Z 1M1
    Canada
    https://www.iata.org
    514-874-0202
    514-874-9632

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    The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing some 290 airlines or 82% of total air traffic. We support many areas of aviation activity and help formulate industry policy on critical aviation issues.

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    Airlines

    Passenger Demand Reaches September All-time High

    Nov. 4, 2024
    Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers, was up 7.1% compared to September 2023, an all-time high for September.
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    IATA and ASA Announce Increased Collaboration

    Nov. 4, 2024
    The organizations will work together to reinforce standardization, promote safety data sharing and explore new approaches to enhance sector resilience.
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    September Saw 9.4% Growth for Air Cargo

    Nov. 4, 2024
    IATA released data for September 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
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    IATA Highlights Aviation Priorities for Thailand – Infrastructure, Digitalization and Sustainability

    Oct. 30, 2024
    IATA urged Thailand to strengthen the foundations of its aviation sector as it emerges from the impact of COVID-19.
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    Fully Digital Travel Experience Closer to Reality

    Oct. 30, 2024
    As part of a proof of concept, two travelers used digital wallets containing their digital passport, company ID and frequent flyer credentials to obtain personalized offers, book...
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    IATA Reports Passengers Seek Convenience and Technology to Improve Processes

    Oct. 30, 2024
    IATA released the results of its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, revealing that travelers continue to prioritize convenience and speed.
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    Passenger Demand Up 8.6% in August; Load Factor Reaches Record High

    Oct. 3, 2024
    IATA released data for August 2024 global passenger demand noting several highlights.
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    August Marks Nine Straight Months of Double-Digit Growth for Air Cargo

    Oct. 3, 2024
    IATA released data for August 2024 global air cargo markets showing continued strong annual growth in demand.
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    Aviation Safety Priorities: Global Standards, Culture and Innovation

    Oct. 1, 2024
    IATA highlighted three critical priorities for sustained progress in aviation safety as the 2024 IATA World Safety and Operations Conference opened in Marrakech, Morocco.

    Articles & News

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    IATA Ground Handling Conference to Focus on Sustainability

    April 17, 2024
    The conference aims to tackle critical issues such as achieving the industry's ambitious goal of net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, enhancing talent retention and development and...
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    Ground Handlers & Service Providers

    Why Ground Handlers Must Embrace Technology

    April 11, 2023
    The 35th IATA Ground Handling Conference will focus on overcoming workforce shortages and improving operations through standardization and digitalization.
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    When IATA updated Chapter 9 of its Airport Handling Manual to stipulate that belt loaders and other types of ground support equipment would need anti-collision technology installed on them, companies like Textron GSE utilized an electronic transmission to help achieve that capability.
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    A Shift in Technology

    Josh Smith
    Feb. 16, 2017
    Electronic transmissions installed in GSE provide safety features like collision avoidance, which limits damage to aircraft on the ramp.
    According to the Federal Aviation Administration, “the majority of ramp accidents and incidents involve some type of human error or violation of company policies, processes and procedures.”
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    A Management Perspective On Human Factors In Ground Operations

    May 22, 2014
    The main limitation to a thorough implementation of HF programs in airline ground operations lies in the fact that there is currently no regulatory requirement mandating ground...
    The GDDB was originally launched in 2011 to provide that quality of data that could be analyzed to determine the reasons and causes for aircraft damage.
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    IATA Refines Its Ground Damage Database

    June 27, 2013
    New reporting protocols hope to tackle a $4 billion dollar a year problem.
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    The IATA Ground Operations Manual is a standardized compilation of essential ground handling procedures recognized around the world to ensure a consistent level of service from ground service providers.
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    What is the IATA Ground Operations Manual?

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 25, 2013
    A primer on IGOM, ISAGO, AHM and GDDB, and IATA's plans to standardize ground handling operations throughout the world.

    Videos & Resources

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    IATA - Ground Damage

    May 10, 2024
    IATA has launched a program reinforcing the industry’s aim of increasing the use of enhanced ground support equipment (Enhanced GSE).
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    2024 IGHC Preview

    April 3, 2024
    The 2024 IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) will take place May 7-9 in Reykjavík, Iceland. Ground Support Worldwide is a medis sponsor of the IGHC, the premier annual...
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    35th IATA Ground Handling Conference Comes to Abu Dhabi

    May 10, 2023
    The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) brings together industry leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers to manufacturers.
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    Key Changes in the 2023 IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM)

    Dec. 28, 2022
    Gurdeep Singh, senior manager ground operations safety and standards and Caroline Odhiambo, senior manager ground operations business standards and processes at IATA, explain ...
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    Key Changes in the 2023 IATA Airport Handling Manual (AHM)

    Dec. 28, 2022
    Iva Pluhackova, head of operations and standards at IATA, explains what is new in the latest edition of the Airport Handling Manual (AHM).
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    2022 Changes in the 10th Edition of the IATA Unit Load Device Regulations Manual

    Jan. 20, 2022
    To help reduce ULD related safety incidents as well as damage and loss, IATA has developed the Unit Load Device Regulations (ULDR). The ULDR is a comprehensive reference manual...
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    What’s New in the 2021 IATA Special Cargo Regulations?

    Jan. 5, 2021
    Effective as of January 1, 2021, the Special Cargo Regulations including the Temperature Control Regulations (TCR), the Perishable Cargo Regulations (PCR) and the Live Animals...
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    What’s New in the 2021 Cargo Operations Manuals?

    Jan. 5, 2021
    Effective as of January 1, 2021, the Cargo Operations manuals including the Unit Load Device Regulations (ULDR), the Cargo Handling Manual (ICHM) and the Compassionate Transportation...
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    What’s New in the 2021 Dangerous Goods Manuals?

    Jan. 5, 2021
    Effective as of January 1, 2020, the 2021 Dangerous Goods manuals including the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), the Lithium Battery Shipping Guidelines (LBSG) and the Infectious...
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    GSE Technology

    IATA CEDAR

    Nov. 7, 2019
    IATA's Ramp of the Future is getting ready to take off with a connected, ecological, digital, autonomous ramp (CEDAR).

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    IATA Announces Matchmaker Platform for Airlines and SAF Suppliers

    Sept. 25, 2024
    The development was announced at the World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) with an expected launch date in the first quarter of 2025.
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    IATA Releases Enhanced Policy and Finance Net Zero Roadmaps

    Sept. 24, 2024
    The recommendations recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all solution, and policies must ensure that all countries can participate in the future global SAF market.
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    Innovation, Technology and Global Challenges Key Themes of IATA’s World Safety and Operations Conference

    Sept. 4, 2024
    The WSOC will take place from Oct. 1-3 in Marrakech, Morocco, hosted by Royal Air Maroc.
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    IATA: IVL Increase Will Hurt NZ’s Travel and Tourism Sector

    Sept. 3, 2024
    IATA expressed disappointment with the New Zealand Government's decision to increase the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy.
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    Passenger Demand Up 8% in July

    Aug. 29, 2024
    The International Air Transport Association released data for July 2024 global passenger demand, noting several highlights.
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    Strong Air Cargo Demand Growth Extends into July

    Aug. 28, 2024
    IATA released data for July 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.
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    Second IATA World Sustainability Symposium to Take Place in Miami

    Aug. 27, 2024
    The WSS will take place Sept. 24-25 in Miami and focus on actions needed to achieve the airline industry’s commitment to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050.
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    Passenger Demand Up 9.1% in June

    July 31, 2024
    All regions showed strong growth for international passenger markets in June 2024 compared to June 2023.
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    June Air Cargo Demand Surges 14.1%, Boosting Strong First Half Performance

    July 30, 2024
    IATA released data for June 2024 global air cargo markets showing continuing strong annual growth in demand.