Currently, the airline industry generates 7.2 million jobs in the region, which connects with 160 cities around the world through 2.6 million flights a year, according to recent IATA data. To make it more competitive, Amadeus joined ALTA to build a Competitiveness Index where the different factors and conditions that affect the development of air… Seguir leyendo Amadeus and ALTA present a Competitiveness Index for the aerospace industry
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More control, less waiting, the top priorities for travelers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2019 Global Passenger Survey showing that passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience The survey acts as the voice of the passenger, providing objective and in-depth insights into the preferences and behaviors of air travelers around the world, helping to guide… Seguir leyendo More control, less waiting, the top priorities for travelers
Destination services are important for 93% of travelers
The interest in traveling and exploring the world is greater than ever. But the shortage of time, and the large number of fragmented service options, increase the pressure of travelers when they arrive at their destination. Therefore, it is essential to understand the market of tourist activities in destination, a factor that is still not… Seguir leyendo Destination services are important for 93% of travelers
Conyers Joins Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association
MIAMI, FL – After a months-long search, FCBF has announced that Megan Conyers will be joining the organization as Executive Vice President. She will be charged with leading the 60-year-old organization as it seeks to solidify the value provided to members through education, advocacy, and networking. Conyers brings with her a background of working with… Seguir leyendo Conyers Joins Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association
August sees moderate pick-up in passenger demand
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for August 2019 showing that demand (measured in total revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) climbed 3.8% compared to the year-ago period. This was above the 3.5% annual increase for July. August capacity (available seat kilometers or ASKs) increased by 3.5%. Load factor climbed 0.3… Seguir leyendo August sees moderate pick-up in passenger demand
Data, digital transformation to drive future customer experience
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged aviation stakeholders to embrace data and digital transformation to help deliver a frictionless customer experience while enhancing safety and efficiency “We must transform paper-based and legacy processes into digital ones and use data to drive decision-making in all facets of our business. Organizational silos will need to be… Seguir leyendo Data, digital transformation to drive future customer experience
A Soft Start to the Peak Travel Period
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced slowing global passenger demand growth for July. Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 3.6%, compared to the same month in 2018. This was down from 5.1% annual growth recorded in June. All regions posted traffic increases. Monthly capacity (available seat kilometers or ASKs) increased by 3.2%… Seguir leyendo A Soft Start to the Peak Travel Period
MIA Airport passenger traffic up midway through 2019
Through June, Miami International Airport served 688,000 more passengers than last year, for an increase of three percent and a mid-year total of 23.4 million travelers. International travelers rose by 516,000 for a 4.7-percent jump to 11.4 million, while domestic traffic grew by 172,000 for a 1.4-percent increase to 12 million passengers, according to recently… Seguir leyendo MIA Airport passenger traffic up midway through 2019
The number of passengers of Latin American and Caribbean airlines is growing
According to the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association, traffic (RPK) grew 5.8% and capacity (ASK) increased 4%, bringing the occupancy factor to 81.8%, equivalent to 1.4 percentage points more than in June 2018. Domestic traffic Latin American and Caribbean airlines transported 18.6 million domestic passengers in June, which represents an increase of 7%… Seguir leyendo The number of passengers of Latin American and Caribbean airlines is growing
GOL inaugurates flights to Cancun, it is its 14th international destination
As of June 28, the company started the only direct route from Brazil to Cancun, with take-off from the international airport of Brasilia Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes began Friday morning the operations of its 14th international destination: Cancun, in Mexico. To celebrate that moment and welcome the Clients, the company developed an opening ceremony that… Seguir leyendo GOL inaugurates flights to Cancun, it is its 14th international destination