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Latest press releases and speeches

Passenger Demand Accelerates in March, Load Factor Sets Another Record

All regions except for the Middle East posted record load factors.

Press release 03.05.2018

Air Freight Growth Slows to 22-Month Low as Restocking Cycle Ends

Industry remains optimistic despite upcoming challenges, including rising oil prices and political tension.

Press release 02.05.2018

Global Standards, More Data Use, Key to Safely Managing Future Demand

3.8 billion air travelers expected by 2036, increasing the pressure on Airlines to remain safe.

Press release 17.04.2018

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• Airport Handling Manual (AHM)

  The latest industry-approved policies, standards and procedures for safe and efficient airport operations in 2018.

• Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)

  The trusted source to help you prepare and document dangerous shipments. Recognized by the world’s airlines for almost 60 years, the DGR is the most complete, up-to-date, and user-friendly reference in the industry.

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Each day some $17.5 billion of goods travel by air – 35% of all world trade by value. Aviation delivers.

3.5% of the global economy relies on aviation.
Aviation supports business.

63 million livelihoods are supported by air transport.
Aviation generates jobs.

Over 4.3 billion passengers will fly this year. Aviation connects people for business and pleasure.

Aviation will cut its net carbon emissions 50% by 2050. Aviation is committed to sustainability.

Every day about 104,000 flights bring people and goods to their destination. Flying is safe

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The cargo facility of the future

Cargo facilities must change to handle new types of products

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Training the next generation

Innovative training techniques for the next generation of students

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NEXTT steps in travel vision

Increased demand for air travel necessitates new technologies

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Latest economics reports

• Air Passenger Monthly Analysis - Mar 2018

  Released 3 May 2018

• Air Freight Monthly Analysis - Mar 2018

  Released 2 May 2018

• Business Confidence Survey - April 2018

  Released 30 April 2018

• Regional Economic Briefings - April 2018

  Released 24 April 2018

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