On this page you can access speeches and press releases produced between 2002 and 2022.
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Increasing the value of travel for all
Graham Newton to Yuji Akasaka, President, Japan Airlines about the need to understand the balance between the risk and value of travel.
- CEO Interviews
- Other
- All Regions
Governments’ Response to Delta Variant Slams August Domestic Traffic Demand
IATA announced that the recovery in air travel decelerated in August as governments' response to concerns over the COVID-19 Delta variant cut deeply into domestic travel demand.
- Press Release
- Economics
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
IATA Proposes Three Interventions To Rebuild South Africa’s Tourism Industry & Create Jobs
IATA called on the South African government to step up its support for the air transport industry amid the COVID-19 crisis.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
Air Cargo Up 7.7% in August Versus Pre-COVID Levels; Capacity Lagging Demand
August 2021 data for global air cargo markets show that demand continued its strong growth trend.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- Economics
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
IATA urges Kenyan Government to Reduce PCR Test Fees to Boost Air Travel, Economic Recovery
IATA urged the Kenyan government to use all mechanisms at its disposal to encourage air travel, including reductions in COVID-19 test charges.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
IATA Announces Speakers, Agenda for the World Air Transport Summit in Boston
IATA announced the program and speakers for the World Air Transport Summit, which is being held in conjunction with the IATA Annual General Meeting in Boston, USA, 3-5 October.
- Press Release
- IATA News
- All Regions
- The Americas
IATA Urges Ethiopian Government to Maintain Support for Aviation
IATA called on the government of Ethiopia to continue its focus on maintaining efficient air connectivity amid the COVID-19 crisis
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
2022 Edition IATA Manuals Reflecting Vital Industry Standard Updates now Available
IATA has completed the annual revision of its air transport industry manuals for cargo, ground handling, and operations. 2022 Edition IATA Manuals now available.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- All Regions
Statement on the US Decision to Lift COVID-19 Travel Restrictions from Certain Countries
IATA welcomed the US decision to enable vaccinated travelers to enter the US with a negative COVID-19 test result from November.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Europe
- The Americas
Philip Goh to Lead IATA in Asia-Pacific as Regional Vice President
Philip Goh appointed Regional VP for Asia-Pacific succeeding Conrad Clifford, IATA’s new s Deputy Director General.
- Press Release
- IATA News
- Asia Pacific
European Travel Rules Confusion Wasting Advantages of Digital Covid Certificate
IATA warned that free movement within Europe is being compromised by the failure of EU member states to harmonize COVID-19 entry regulations.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Europe
July Passenger Traffic Boost, but Well Below Pre-COVID Levels
IATA announced that both international and domestic travel demand showed significant momentum in July 2021, but demand remained far below pre-pandemic levels.
- Press Release
- Economics
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Strong Cargo Demand Continues in July
IATA released July 2021 data for global air cargo markets showing that demand continued its strong growth trend.
- Press Release
- Cargo
- COVID-19
- Africa & Middle East
- All Regions
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- North Asia
- The Americas
Statement on EU Travel Restrictions for US Visitors
Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General, gave the following comments in response to EU travel restrictions for US visitors
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Europe
IATA Backs European Digital Covid Certificate as Global Standard
IATA commended the European Commission for delivering the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) and urged states to make it their standard.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Europe
EU and UK Digital Covid Certificates Recognized by IATA Travel Pass
IATA has announced that the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) and UK NHS COVID Pass can now be uploaded into IATA Travel Pass as verified proof of vaccination for travel.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Europe
Statement on Singapore’s Easing of Travel Restrictions
Singapore’s announcement is a positive step. Further lifting of quarantine will help recovery of aviation and tourism sectors.
- Press Release
- COVID-19
- Asia Pacific
Blocked Airline Funds Could Slow Recovery
IATA urged governments to enable airlines to repatriate $1 billion blocked funds from air services sales.
- Press Release
- Retailing & Finance
- Other
- All Regions
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Amongst the First to Accept IATA Travel Pass
IATA welcomed the decision of Saudi Arabia civil aviation authority to accept IATA Travel Pass for pre-departure COVID-19 test results,
- Press Release
- Passenger Experience
- COVID-19
- All Regions
IATA Comment on Afghanistan Airspace Situation
Safe and secure flight operations are the top priority for aviation. In this respect, IATA is closely monitoring developments in Afghanistan.
- Press Release
- Air Traffic Management
- Africa & Middle East