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International air carriers' association IATA has urged that greater supply of CORSIA carbon credits be made available to the market to enable the aviation industry to effectively decarbonise, warning of a looming shortage. There is a significant disparity between supply and demand of Eligible Emissions Units (EEUs) under the UN's international aviation offsetting scheme, according to the organisation. As of 2024, 126 countries have opted to participate in CORSIA, which is operated by UN agency ICAO, with the demand for EEUs projected to range between 64-162 million units during Phase 1 (2024-26), depending on traffic forecast scenarios. But the current supply of EEUs is “extremely limited”, with just 4.6 mln units made available earlier this year through the Architecture for REDD+ Transactions programme (ART TREES), which is tied to a project in Guyana. Read our coverage in full 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8iGHNzG

The International Air Cargo Association TIACA and ACI World - Airports Council International (ACI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing cooperation to benefit their members and the aviation industry. The primary goal of the MoU is to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of cargo operations within the airport ecosystem. The MoU focuses on several key areas, including the development of joint advocacy programs at ICAO events to promote the sustainable growth of the aviation industry with a particular emphasis on cargo. It also includes cooperation in establishing joint programs and supporting industry initiatives, especially in aviation workforce development and social sustainability. Click here to know more: https://lnkd.in/gnTrURuP

ACI World is working in partnership with the World Economic Forum to bring global expertise to address the challenge of net zero emissions from aviation by 2050. We have made great progress to date but much more to do - see Airports of Tomorrow

2023 was a key year for the global aviation industry recovery, the whole and resilient aviation ecosystem pave the way to reach 94% of the passenger numbers based on the 2019 numbers. As we speak we already reach and surpass the 2019, and looking ahead we have a bright future, with several challenges, but with a clear commitment to a sustainable development as industry. Please have a look in our annual report 2023, paving the way for the future of the industry. https://lnkd.in/emK5Ab97 ACI World - Airports Council International

The new European Commission can use #aviation to boost EU competitiveness. Mario Draghi's report into EU Competitiveness presents an opportunity to revitalize the role of aviation sector. Draghi's policy proposals, if implemented, could enhance Europe's competitiveness by reducing regulatory burdens, encouraging innovation, and optimizing transport infrastructure. His key recommendations include: ☑️ Using ETS (Emissions Trading System) revenues and grants to support alternative fuels and de-risk investments, for a just transition to decarbonization ☑️ Modernization and integration of Europe's air traffic management system through the Single European Sky (SES) initiative to reduce inefficiencies and emissions. In addition, we believe proposed Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas should prioritize reforms of the EU 261 consumer regulation and strengthen the regulation of airport and air navigation services charges. Read the opinion of IATA DG Willie Walsh ▶️ https://bit.ly/3XQvGMs

We had the privilege of attending the ICAO Workshop on Airports and Air Navigation Services Charges, hosted by the Civil Aviation Authority of Qatar. Our Head of Middle East and Economics, Ilia Lioutov, called for more effective economic regulation strategies that can enable socio-economic growth, sustain operational excellence, and meet future capacity needs while maintaining a sustainable, competitive aviation ecosystem.   The workshop gathered key regulators and industry stakeholders, including International Air Transport Association (IATA), CANSO, Arab Air Carriers Organization, and regional Civil Aviation Authorities, to discuss the complexities of airport economics across the Middle East. International Civil Aviation Organization ⏩ Read on: https://lnkd.in/gx5urvK4 #ACIAPACMID

THE PARTS IATA CANNOT REACH IN MAKING AIRLINES MORE SUSTAINABLE AND CUSTOMER-DRIVEN IATA made a number of interesting recommendations for the new European Commission. But in line with competition regulation it cannot address the role of airline pricing in enabling customers making more emission-friendly choices for their journeys from Origin to Destination. New European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas and colleagues, may be the only authorities to address this ‘elephant in the room’: Find a (new) balance between sustainability and competition by regulating that airlines can not price longer, circuitous and higher-emission transfer-journey options lówer than shorter direct/non-stop and lower-emission journey-options. In line with the DMA/DSA regulations, which also apply to BigTech from outside the EU, this proposed regulation can also apply to non-EU airlines that want to do business from, to or within the EU, and hence ensures a level playing field.

Today, 12 CEOs from Airlines for Europe (A4E) representing Europe's largest airline groups gathered in Brussels to discuss our sector's priorities for EU policymakers in the coming EU term. These include: - Reinforcing the competitiveness of Europe’s airlines to preserve Europe's place as a world leader in the sector - Meaningfully reforming Europe’s outdated and fragmented airspace - Supporting of the decarbonisation of aviation, ensuring that the annual investment needs of EUR 61 billion each year will be unlocked between 2030-2050. - Including aviation in the new Clean Industrial Deal, to ramp up the production and bring down the cost of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) and enabling Europeans to fly better. - Completing the single aviation market Find out more about our sector's policy priorities for the next five years here➡https://lnkd.in/ew_dcHuz #flyingforourfuture #EU #aviation

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿'𝘀 #𝗔𝗧𝗥𝗦𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰. The Air Transport Research Society (ATRS) World Conference is a renown forum for air transport research. The 27th ATRS World Conference in Lisbon, Portugal, provided insights into current developments and offered a platform for over 400 participants to discuss challenges in the #Aviation industry, such as the growing use of passenger and cargo transport. The #DLR Institute of Air Transport presented a variety of research topics, including an analysis of European air passenger rights in intermodal travel chains and the competitive impact of subsidies for airlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Other highlights included analysis of current geopolitical changes in European #AirTransport, airport runway capacity, and competition dynamics among airports in Europe. Additionally, a roadmap for introducing hydrogen technology at medium-sized airports in Europe was outlined. Economic modeling in sustainability-related airport development was also covered. Topics included the cost impact of the EU initiative #FitFor55 on specific routes and economic opportunities for aviation logistics in offshore wind parks. The development of Europe's air transportation system and the potential of markets, routes, and emission reduction of electric aircraft were also addressed. For detailed insights, feel free to visit our article: https://lnkd.in/etDQW2cX #AviationResearch 

“One of the quick wins in reducing emissions is flying the latest generation aircraft. In 2017, 5% of the fleet worldwide was new generation. By 2019, that increased to 13%, and in 2022, of all the fleet flying worldwide, 25% was the latest generation. These are the aircraft that are bringing in the most of the best fuel standards. Meanwhile, 23% of the incidence fleet in Africa is latest generation among others.” At 23% we are not doing bad , we all need it, embracing new Technology advancement in the aviation Africa must be a hub of new generation of fleet to compete Equally with the source.