3.1% Up: Europe Set for Strong Travel and Tourism Growth in 2026
Europe’s Travel and Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the global economy as WTTC’s summit opens in Malta
Europe’s Travel and Tourism sector is forecast to grow 3.1% in 2026, outpacing the global economy as WTTC’s summit opens in Malta
IATA says proposed EU ETS changes could raise compliance costs to €280 billion while calling for stronger CORSIA and more support for sustainable aviation fuel
IATA says the next gains in aviation safety will depend on better cooperation between people, technology and global standards
Emirates has launched daily year-round flights between Helsinki and Dubai, operating the route with its Airbus A350 and offering onward connections worldwide
WTTC has unveiled the program for its 26th Global Summit in Valletta, with more than 100 speakers discussing AI, tourism, investment and travel
Global air passenger demand fell 0.8% in August, with a sharp drop in Middle East traffic offsetting growth across Europe and other regions
Alaska Airlines plans to join American’s Atlantic and Pacific Joint Businesses, expanding potential connections to Europe and Asia pending regulatory approval
Alaska Airlines is expanding its global network, premium cabins, lounges, loyalty program and cargo business under its Alaska Accelerate strategy
Mazda produced 90,105 vehicles in August, with production in Japan up 0.9% and production outside the country up 13.4%. Europe saw a 44.2% increase in sales, while the U.S. saw an 8.9% decline
Hilton is expanding its global portfolio with new hotels in Hawaii, Mexico, Spain, Singapore and Malaysia, alongside major renovations in the US
A new study reveals that climate change in South Asia has intensified storms, leading to deadly floods and landslides across many countries, with a 160% increase in rainfall intensity. What is happening on the ground is worse than models predict
Global warming is a key issue for countries worldwide, and IATA states that "Net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 will require a global shift in aviation to new fuels, technologies, and actions, including significant investments, which will require a solid policy foundation aligned with a global forward approach."