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Published on 01:48 GMT

Global Air Travel Demand Grows 2.1% in March as Middle East Crisis Weighs on Traffic

Photo source: IATA Global air travel demand rose 2.1 percent year-on-year in March 2026, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East significantly impacted international traffic, according to data released by the International Air Transport Association ( …

Source: Greek Travel Pages - Pending
Published on 01:48 GMT

March Passenger Demand Up 2.1% But Sharp Regional Differences

IATA Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global passenger demand: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 2.1% compared to March 2025. Total capacity, measured in available …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on 03:24 GMT

March global passenger demand up 2.1%, Mideast traffic falls 60.8%: IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global passenger demand. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), increased by 2.1% compared to March 2025. Meanwhile, total capacity, measured in …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on 01:48 GMT

Middle East Disruption Impacts Cargo Markets, Demand Falls 4.8% in March

IATA Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global air cargo markets showing: Total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), fell by 4.8% compared to March 2025 levels (-5.5% for international …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on 03:24 GMT

Mideast disruption impacts cargo markets, demand falls 4.8% in March

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that in March 2026, global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), fell by 4.8% compared to March 2025, with international operations down 5.5%. Capacity, measured in available …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 29, 2026

March global passenger demand up 2.1pc, Mideast traffic falls 60.8pc: IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2026 global passenger demand. Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), increased by 2.1% compared to March 2025. Meanwhile, total capacity, measured in …

Source: Trade Arabia - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2026

Mideast disruption impacts cargo markets, demand falls 4.8pc in March

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that in March 2026, global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), fell by 4.8% compared to March 2025, with international operations down 5.5%. Capacity, measured in available …

Source: Trade Arabia - Neutral
Published on Apr 17, 2026

Aliko Dangote says rising oil prices are threatening to devastate African airlines and farmers

Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote said on Thursday that rising oil prices driven by the Strait of Hormuz blockade are threatening to devastate African airlines and farmers. “The majority of African airlines won’t be able to survive” the current surge in …

Source: Semafor - Neutral
Published on Apr 27, 2026

COMAC Targets Africa With Its C919

African Airlines Association head, Abderahmane Berthe, says the entry of Chinese-built aircraft will enhance African air connectivity and support. Berthe said the Association viewed the C919 at the Egypt Airshow in December 2025. “Africa's air …

Source: Aviation Week Network - Neutral
Published on Apr 28, 2026

Airlines Association of Southern Africa Raises Concern on Jet Fuel Availability

By Wallace Mawire The Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA) has said it notes with grave concern the lack of clarity around the availability of jet fuel across the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) region, beyond next month May 2026. …

Source: Pan African Visions - Neutral
Published on Apr 17, 2026

Rising oil prices may cripple African airlines, increase food costs - Dangote

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has warned that surging oil prices driven by tensions around the Strait of Hormuz could devastate airlines and worsen food inflation across the continent. Dangote spoke on Thursday during an interview with Semafor …

Source: Nigerian Eye - Neutral
Published on Apr 13, 2026

African airlines lead global cargo surge

Bravery Kabula African airlines are emerging as the fastest-growing players in global air cargo, recording a 21% year-on-year increase in demand in February 2026, the strongest performance of any region. The latest data highlights a significant shift in …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 13, 2026

South African Airlines becomes latest carrier set for CEO departure

South African Airlines (SAA) is the latest carrier to announce that its CEO will be departing in a bizarre wave of industry bosses heading for the exit. On April 10, 2026, South African Airlines confirmed that CEO John Lamola had resigned and will leave …

Source: AeroTime News - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2026

WATCH | African airlines introduce surcharges as supply chain pressures bite

Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn Airline Association of Southern Africa CEO Aaron Munetsi says South Africa’s aviation sector is facing mounting pressure …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Apr 27, 2026

SADC airlines demand urgent fuel transparency

Southern Africa’s aviation sector is staring down a deepening crisis, with airlines warning that a lack of clarity over jet fuel availability beyond May 2026 could trigger widespread disruption to schedules, rising ticket prices and broader economic …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 27, 2026

Dangote Refinery’s jet fuel exports hit 770% as global aviation markets feel Africa's rise

New shipment data from analytics firm Kpler shows that exports from the refinery increased by about 770 per cent between April 2024 and April 2026, rising from roughly 18,000 barrels per day (bpd) at the start of operations to a record 158,000 bpd by April …

Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2026

Africa’s biggest airport is being built in Ethiopia for $12.5 billion

Flying between African cities forces many travelers to transit outside the continent, through London, Paris or Dubai. But a $12.5 billion airport under construction in Ethiopia could help change that. Nearly 30 miles southeast of the capital Addis Ababa, …

Source: CNN - Neutral
Published on Apr 3, 2026

Poor Fleet Size Undermines African Airlines Ability to Dominate Region’s Market

Chinedu Eze The Chief Executive Officer of the Airlines Association of Southern Africa (AASA), Aaron Munetsi, has decried the poor fleet size of most Africans airlines, which is responsible for the loss of the African market to international carriers. …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 24, 2026

Africa jet fuel supply stable, surcharges follow price jump

Jet fuel supplies remain steady at most major African airports, but airlines are increasingly adding surcharges as short-term availability risks and price volatility emerge as top concerns for flight planning and operations, according to the African …

Source: Ch-Aviation - Neutral

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Sparity Selected by Global Airline to Migrate Tableau Workbooks to Microsoft Fabric in AI-First Modernization

Multi-terabyte migration accelerated by Sparity’s proprietary BIPort to establish a unified, AI-ready data estate for one of the world’s largest carriers. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sparity Inc., a leading …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 21:00 GMT

Americase to Lead Training Course on Lithium Battery Packaging at COSTHA 2026 Annual Forum & Expo

Course will address packaging requirements for safe multimodal transportation, handling, and storage of lithium-ion batteries WAXAHACHIE, TX, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americase, a leading provider of custom packaging, …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 15:33 GMT

Block Aero and ILS Announce Strategic Integration Partnership to Connect Blockchain-Enabled Asset Management Platform

This integration will connect Block Aero's private blockchain-based aviation asset management platform with ILS, the world's most dynamic aerospace marketplace. BANGKOK, THAILAND, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Block Aero Technologies (…

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 21:26 GMT

EPC Group Founder Errin O'Connor Marks 17 Years Since Keynoting Gartner's Portals, Content & Collaboration Summit

Houston-based Microsoft Gold Partner and triple G2 Leader ties 2009 Gartner SharePoint governance methodology to 2026 Copilot, Fabric, and Power BI work. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EPC Group Founder Errin O' …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 17:36 GMT

Korea Tourism Organization Brings Largest-Ever B2B Travel Roadshow to San Francisco, Redefining Korea Beyond K-Pop

“Beyond K-Culture: Travel & Experience Korea” Gathers 150 Industry Leaders at San Francisco Asian Art Museum SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) Los Angeles Office today …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 16:10 GMT

Air Canada Welcomes Positive Ratification Votes by its Flight Operations Crew Schedulers and its In-Flight Crew ...

MONTREAL, April 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Air Canada today said it welcomes the results of a vote by its Flight Operations Crew Schedulers and its In-Flight Crew Schedulers represented by Unifor, approving a new collective agreement between the airline …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 14:08 GMT

US Warns of Sanctions Over Business with Sanctioned Iranian Airlines

(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has issued a warning that individuals and entities engaging with sanctioned Iranian airlines could be subject to US sanctions. In a statement posted on the US social media platform X on Monday, Bessent said that …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 08:47 GMT

US Threatens Sanctions on Firms Dealing with Iranian Airlines

(MENAFN) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent issued a stark warning Monday, putting foreign businesses and governments on notice that any dealings with sanctioned Iranian airlines could trigger punishing American sanctions. In a post on X, Bessent declared …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 23:33 GMT

Decoding the Battlefield: NPS Students Develop Solution to Support Urgent U.S. and NATO Need

Naval Postgraduate School students rapidly develop a machine learning tool for operators and analysts to help find and track adversary emissions. MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adversarial soldiers, vehicles, …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

Huprich Law Firm Files Suit Against Volvo For Bias, Retaliation, Unsafe Conditions, Wage Violations

Ontario wrongful termination attorney files Volvo warehouse discrimination lawsuit in San Bernardino Superior Court. ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HUPRICH LAW FIRM, PC, a California employment lawyer firm with …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 18:01 GMT

RK Logistics Group Expands Business Development Leadership To Support EV, Semiconductor & Industrial Supply Chain Demand

RK strengthens commercial leadership with addition of two seasoned supply chain executives to support high-growth innovation industries across the U.S. FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RK Logistics Group, a …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 15:33 GMT

Block Aero and ILS Announce Strategic Integration Partnership to Connect Blockchain-Enabled Asset Management Platform

This integration will connect Block Aero's private blockchain-based aviation asset management platform with ILS, the world's most dynamic aerospace marketplace. BANGKOK, THAILAND, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Block Aero Technologies (…

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Forward Edge-AI Appoints Dionis Taveras as Senior Vice President, Sales & Channel Partners – Commercial

Former Global Alliances Leader to Drive Scalable Commercial Growth and Strategic Partnerships SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forward Edge-AI today announced the appointment of Dionis Taveras as Senior Vice …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

ReverseEngineering.com Launches CAM 3D Caliper: AI-Powered Metrology Software

ReverseEngineering.com Launches CAM 3D Caliper 2027 for CAD LA JOLLA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ReverseEngineering.com Integrates AI-Powered Metrology for Aerospace Models, Tools, Dies, and Fixtures …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 10:24 GMT

NLA Private Investigator Launches Drone-Assisted Process Server in Atlanta for Attorneys

NLA Private Investigators in Atlanta ask, "what happens when the suspect sees the process server coming? ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A single failed service attempt in metro Atlanta generates $80 to $170 in re- …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 08:23 GMT

Global Hotel Alliance reports strong start to 2026

Strong double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in the first quarter, driven by the continued momentum of GHA DISCOVERY DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

PELI Strengthens Its European Manufacturing Footprint with Strategic Expansion in Crottendorf, Germany

Investment in capacity, capabilities and operational excellence reinforces long-term commitment to customers across Europe CROTTENDORF, SAXONY, GERMANY, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PELI has announced the continued expansion and modernisation of …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

BG Titan Group Report: Sanctions-Grade Logistics Redefine Fuel Economics

Full report: 35 pages outlining how sanctions enforcement, shadow-fleet scrutiny, and financeable cargo evidence are redefining global fuel logistics. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BG Titan Group Publishes …

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Published on April 29, 2026 - 05:28 GMT

Top Galvanized Products Manufacturer Strengthening Global Supply Chains in 2026

XI 'AN, SHAANXI, CHINA, April 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global industrial materials market continues to evolve in 2026, with increasing demand for corrosion-resistant metals and high-performance alloys across construction, energy, and …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 17:04 GMT

The Africa International Defence Exhibition to Spotlight International Pavilions Driving Global Defence Collaboration

LAGOS, NIGERIA, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 will place its International Pavilions at the centre of the event, creating a powerful platform for nations to showcase capability, …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 14:08 GMT

The Society for Information Display Names 2026 Display Industry Award Winners

Selections reflect advanced technologies moving to practical deployment across a wide range of applications and systems LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Society for Information Display (SID) today …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Business Air Launches Corporate Jet Access Program for Texas Travelers

Texas Part 135 operator with sixty-year history pivots to private charter, offering corporate aircraft access without membership fees or long-term commitments AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Business Air, Inc., a …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:21 GMT

Dr. Naveed Akhtar Highlights Hydrogen’s Role in Enabling Zero-Emission Aviation

Hydrogen aviation is accelerating toward commercial reality as Dr. Naveed Akhtar outlines key technologies enabling zero-emission flight. GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global aviation industry is at a defining …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Florida Aviation Academy Releases Cost Guide for Commercial Pilot Training in Florida

Florida Aviation Academy explains commercial pilot training costs, how structured Part 141 programs improve efficiency, and long-term career outcomes. POMPANO BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida Aviation …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

SORBA.ai Joins ZEDEDA Marketplace to Deliver Scalable, On-Prem Industrial AI and Closed-Loop Process Control at the Edge

No-code industrial AI meets edge orchestration to deliver real-time insights, predictive analytics, and closed-loop control across distributed operations JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SORBA.ai, a leader …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Applied Energy Technology Corp Successfully Implements Rootstock Cloud ERP to Strengthen Planning and Support Growth

AETC implements its ERP in Salesforce Government Cloud to meet stringent security and compliance requirements in regulated markets SAN RAMON, CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rootstock Software, a recognized leader in …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

Artemis II Astronauts Complete Splashdown Equipped with Specially Designed Life Preservers from Omni Defense Tech

NASA contracted Omni Defense Tech to develop life preservers based on its durable OTFD® flotation device technology COLCHESTER, VT, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omni Measurement Systems, Inc., d.b.a. Omni Defense Tech ( …

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Published on April 28, 2026 - 12:42 GMT

Radar maps cities rising worldwide

GA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cities are growing not only outward, but upward—and now researchers have shown that this vertical transformation can be tracked worldwide over time. Using calibrated radar records from …

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