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The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) says it is partnering with International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to drive financing for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). As a first step in the partnership, ICAO and IRENA have launched “the Finvest@ETAF portal, in what ICAO describes as “a significant advancement in aviation’s journey toward net zero carbon emissions.” According to ICAO, “The portal …
As the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) takes off in Montreal, Canada from September 23 to October 3, 2025, ACI World the Umbrella body of airports all over the world says it would “champion airport priorities” at the triennial event. ACI World will call on “regulators to advance safer operations, seamless travel, net-zero pathways, and stronger …
Kuku will also serve as member of the ACI World Governing Board Nigeria’s Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has been elected Vice President of Airports Council International (ACI) Africa. According to FAAN, “this election not only highlights her leadership but also elevates her from her previous role as Regional Advisor for Africa to …
When the 42nd Assembly of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) opens in Montreal, Canada September 23, 2025, part of its remit will be to attend to IATA’s long list of expectations for the world aviation gathering. The airline body says it has authored 14 working papers on several aspects of civil aviation which has been accepted by ICAO for …
In a bid to actualize the USD7.8 Billion Bishoftu Airport Project, “Ethiopian Airlines Group in partnership with Africa Development Bank (AfDB), Dar AlHandasah Consultants (DAR), and KPMG brought together a diverse group of stakeholders in a project showcase”. The two-day showcase, according to the airline, was attended by “Ethiopia’s Finance Minister His Excellency Ahmed Shide, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. …
TrueNoord, regional aircraft leasing company, has “delivered two ATR72-600’s to TACV Cabo Verde Airlines.” TrueNoord said “provided on long-term operating leases, the turboprops will be based at Praia International Airport on Santiago Island and mark the first ATR72-600s to join the operator’s fleet. MSN 1512 arrived in Praia earlier this month, followed by the second aircraft, MSN 1514, later in …
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 31st World Route Development Forum (Routes World 2026), the premier global event that defines the future of air connectivity. Routes, organisers of the event said “The selection of Riyadh as host city reflects the Kingdom’s progress in becoming a global aviation hub and premier tourism destination in support of Vision 2030. The air …
Africa’s leading carrier Ethiopian Airlines has celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its services to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). ET says “Since the launch of its flight to Kinshasa back in 1975”, it “(Ethiopian) has been offering an uninterrupted service to the city, significantly contributing to the socio-economic ties between Kinshasa, and the rest of its global network.” …
West African carrier, Air Côte d’Ivoire has taken delivery of its first of two Airbus A330-900 aircraft, the aircraft manufacturer has announced. “The A330neo is the first widebody aircraft in Air Cote d’Ivoire’s fleet” and according to Airbus “is configured in a comfortable four-class cabin layout with four seats in First, 44 in Business, 21 in Premium Economy and 173 …
Embraer’s E-Jets E2 family has received Type Acceptance Certification from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA); another significant milestone in the aircraft’s global success and reinforcing its suitability for the African market, according to the aircraft manufacturer. “This certification opens new opportunities for the aircraft, which has already attained significant success across the world,” said Stephan Hannemann, SVP for …
