International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways and Iberia, has confirmed a major aircraft order valued at £5.9 billion ($7.5 billion). The deal converts previous options into firm orders for 150 short-haul aircraft. This includes 50 Boeing 737 MAX jets and 100 aircraft from the

Cardiff Airport experienced a significant 20% increase in passenger numbers in 2023, serving over one million travelers. This growth marks a continued recovery for the Welsh government-owned airport following the pandemic. Despite the positive trend, the total figures remain at just 69% of the passenger levels recorded in 2019. Airport

Chapman Freeborn's Dubai office successfully organized a time-critical air charter for essential oilfield equipment. The mission involved transporting over 80 tonnes of cargo from Shanghai, China, to Dammam, Saudi Arabia. A Boeing 747-400F freighter was chartered to ensure the shipment arrived quickly, preventing a costly operational shutdown for

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is launching a new daily flight service connecting Aberdeen, Scotland with Oslo, Norway. The new route is scheduled to begin in late August 2024. This service is designed to cater to both business and leisure travelers, enhancing connectivity between the two energy hubs. Aberdeen International Airport has

The planned sale of the brand and assets belonging to the collapsed UK airline Flybe has been terminated. Administrators from Interpath Advisory cancelled the deal with a US-led consortium, stating the prospective buyers had not met their obligations. This decision effectively ends the most recent hope of reviving the regional

The Shetland Islands Council is set to select a new provider for its essential inter-island air services, which connect the mainland with the remote islands of Fair Isle, Foula, and Papa Stour. The crucial seven-year contract, starting in April 2025, is a contest between the incumbent operator, Loganair, and a

STG Logistics is on the verge of exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a court approved its restructuring plan. The company's financial downfall was triggered by its acquisition of XPO's intermodal business, which became unprofitable as rail costs exceeded falling truck rates. Despite the restructuring, STG faces

A three-day strike by hundreds of Border Force officers has commenced at London's Heathrow Airport. The industrial action, organized by the Unite union, is in protest of a new roster system and is expected to cause significant delays. The UK's Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has advised

United Airlines is introducing its new Polaris Studio business class, an evolution of its current seat featuring a privacy door, increased storage, and larger entertainment screens. This new product will debut on the airline's Airbus A321XLR and select Boeing 787 aircraft. The suite directly competes with American Airlines&

Rolls-Royce has announced its largest-ever round of job cuts, with plans to eliminate up to 2,500 positions globally. The move is part of a major restructuring effort led by new CEO Tufan Erginbilgic, aimed at making the engineering giant more efficient and effective. The company intends to remove duplication

Rolls-Royce has announced a major restructuring that will eliminate between 2,000 and 2,500 jobs from its global workforce. The move is being led by new chief executive Tufan Erginbilgic, who is aiming to create a more efficient and streamlined company. This decision is part of a wider transformation

The global aviation industry is confronting a significant and deepening workforce crisis, according to a new data-driven analysis. The report quantifies severe shortfalls across key roles, most notably pilots, maintenance technicians, and air traffic controllers. These personnel gaps are now threatening the sector's ability to sustain current operational

Airports Council International (ACI) has issued a significant call for the modernization of global aviation policies. The organization warns that current regulatory frameworks are outdated and risk constraining the continued growth of air travel worldwide. According to ACI, these legacy rules are not keeping pace with the industry's

Delta Air Lines is planning a significant global expansion with the launch of up to ten new ultra-long-haul routes starting in 2026. This network growth is timed with the delivery of the airline's new fleet of Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The new flights, some lasting over 17 hours, will