Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, has signed “a long-term contract with AIRPM to implement AIRPMx, a cutting-edge network planning and optimization platform developed through a joint venture between Milanamos SAS and AviaPro.” According to AviaPro, “The agreement follows a successful trial period during which Air Seychelles saw significant enhancements in its commercial planning and decision-making …
Aircraft Manufacturers And The Future Of MRO Services In Africa
by Monday Ukoha The aviation industry in Africa is poised for growth in continuation of the recovery witnessed in the industry. One major sector that will play a critical role in this growth is the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) services sector. Industry figures project that between 2024 and 2033 Africa’s MRO spend with be about 32.6Billion USD. Boeing projects …
New Horizons In African Aviation: Insights Into Air Cargo Trends, Challenges, And Growth
By Peter Kerins Changes in African Cargo Demand The International Air Transport Association (IATA) data for January 2025 global air cargo markets shows the total demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), rose by 3.2% compared to January 2024 levels (3.6% for international operations) for an 18th consecutive month of growth. Last year airlines in Africa saw an 8.5% rise in …
Barrister Festus Keyamo: Repositioning Nigeria’s Aviation Industry
By Aminat Bakare Appointed Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development on August 21, 2023, Barrister Festus Keyamo has quickly emerged as a transformative force in Nigeria’s aviation sector. His strategic leadership, relentless drive, and clear vision for an improved industry have set him apart. Barrister Keyamo’s efforts are shaping the future of Nigerian aviation, repositioning the country’s aviation Industry. According …
Overland Airways Continues Strategic Route Expansion
Introduces Lagos And Abuja To Minna Flights Resumes Abuja-Jalingo and Lagos-Jalingo Flights Overland Airways, Nigeria’s longest serving private domestic airline has continued its strategic route expansion with its recent partnership with the Niger State government, to commence “flight services to Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport Minna, the capital city of Niger State from Lagos and Abuja, effective April 23, 2025.” …
SAHCO Enhances Cargo Security With Cutting-Edge ETD Machine
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) PLC has acquired “the Rapiscan Itemiser 5X, the newest breakthrough in Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) technology.” This makes SAHCO the first and only ground handling company in Nigeria to integrate this advanced system. According to the Ground Handling Company, “The state-of-the-art machine will significantly boost SAHCO’s cargo screening capabilities, ensuring precise detection of explosives and …
FAAN Shuts Lagos Airport Runway Temporarily For Repairs
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) says there will be a “temporary closure of Runway 18R/36L at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.” The closure, according to FAAN is scheduled for “03:00 Hrs of 3rd March 23:59Hrs of 4th March 2025.” In a release, Mrs. Obiagheli Orah, Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of FAAN said: “this closure is due …
Ethiopian Airlines to Commence New Flight Service to Porto, Portugal
Ethiopian Airlines says it will be commencing a “new passenger flight service to Porto, Portugal, effective July 2, 2025. This new service will include a single stop via Madrid, Spain.” According to ET, “the introduction of this flight aims at offering travel options and enhance seamless connectivity for passengers in the area, furthering Ethiopian Airlines’ regional expansion across Europe. The …
NCAA Reinstates Omni-Blu Aviation Limited’s AOC
Nigerian Helicopter service provider Omni-Blu Aviation Limited (Omni-Blu) says: “Following an appeal against the decision of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) revoking Omni-Blu Aviation Limited (Omni-Blu) Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by its letter dated 30 January 2025, on allegations of infringement of Part 1.2.1.5 Nig.CARs, we are pleased and relieved to announce that Omni-Blu has been cleared of any …
SAA Appoints Prof. Lamola as Permanent Group CEO of SAA
South African Airways has announced the appointment of Professor John Lamola as the Group Chief Executive Officer following “the approval by the Minister of Transport, Ms Barbara Creecy”. According to SAA, “the Board is confident that Professor Lamola’s appointment marks a turning point for SAA’s long-term financial health, who has the skill, track record, leadership skills, insight, and vision to …










