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US Imports Surge Ahead of New Tariffs
US imports surged in the first two months of the year, in anticipation of the Trump administration’s new tariff regime (voiced in the America First Trade Policy Memorandum published on 30 January 2025).
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Flying beans, brewed for take off
Approximately 2.5 billion cups of coffee are consumed daily. In 2024, the world produced 10.5 million tons of coffee beans, a 4% increase compared to 2023.
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US tariffs are now at the highest rate since the Great Depression
For the first time since the Great Depression, the US has introduced a universal tariff on all imported foreign goods of 10% to take effect on 5 April.
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The role of Power-to-Liquid in expanding SAF availability
The aviation industry is committed to net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with SAF as one of the key drivers.
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Interregional traffic growth reflects capacity over new routes
Interregional air passenger traffic increased by 45% over the past decade, accounting for 16.5% of total traffic in 2024.
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The Growing Challenge of Capacity Planning
Availability of aircraft continues to be constrained by supply chain challenges and production limitations.
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US federal worker layoffs and their potential impacts
Around 26,500 persons had been fired from 17 US agencies and administrations, according to CNN, as of 28 February 2025.
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ICW regulations prevent efficient waste management
A number of countries have introduced legislation on handling and disposing of catering waste from international flights to protect their agricultural sectors, particularly concerning animal health.
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Airline cabin waste – progress toward a circular economy
Effective waste management is critical to the air transport industry's efforts to achieve a circular economy and minimize its environmental impact.
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Romance on the Rise?
Is the world getting more romantic? The value of the trade in flowers transported by air has risen in a rather spectacular fashion from USD 852 million in 2003 to USD 3.7 billion in 2024 - a four-fold increase.
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