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Middle East Conflict Exposes Jet Fuel Supply Vulnerabilities
The conflict in the Middle East that escalated on 28 February 2026 has severely disrupted global energy flows, exposing deep vulnerabilities in jet fuel security.
Air Cargo Market Analysis January 2026
Resilient Start of the Year Amid Regional Divergence.
- Air Freight Monthly Analysis
Air Passenger Market Analysis January 2026
Slower Growth in January due to Timing of Lunar New Year.
- Air Passenger Monthly Analysis
Seasonal Demand Spike Mirrors Western Holiday Highs
Traffic volumes during the 2026 Lunar New Year period are expected to be 10.8% higher than levels observed so far this year for a regular day, underscoring the sustained strength of seasonal demand.
- Chart of the Week
Are e-SAF Projects Emerging in Cost-Competitive Locations?
e-SAF is expected to account for over 40% of the total SAF needs by 2050. Yet, no commercial-scale e-SAF facilities are currently in operation, and the risk of insufficient supply, particularly by 2030, is increasing.
- Chart of the Week
IATA Long-Term Air Transport Passenger Demand Projections
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed a new proprietary model to generate Long-Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for passenger air transport to 2050.
- Demand
Quarterly Air Transport Chartbook Q4 2025
- Regional Economic Briefings
- Industry Economic Performance
Charging e-SAF Supply in 2030
E-SAF is defined as a renewable fuel of non-biological origin and requires a significant amount of renewable electricity to produce.
- Chart of the Week
Another Year With Fewer New Airlines Starting Operations
In 2025, only 28 new airlines commenced operations, marking the lowest number of market entrants since 1999.
- Chart of the Week
South and East Europe Lead Growth in European Flights
Aircraft departures and arrivals (movements) across Europe increased by 8% between 2017 and 2025.
- Chart of the Week