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Hi Dubai
17-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE a Global Aviation Leader in Low-Carbon Fuel Development, Says IATA
The UAE has been hailed as a 'global role model' for aviation development by Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East at the International Air Transport Association (IATA). On the sidelines of the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025 in Dubai, Al-Awadhi praised the UAE's rapid progress, world-class infrastructure, and highly efficient operations. He highlighted the country's fully integrated aviation ecosystem—including airlines, airports, ground services, safety, and security—as an example even developed nations look to. He also noted the UAE's smooth visa procedures and exceptional passenger services as key strengths. Crucially, Al-Awadhi pointed to the UAE's leadership in sustainable aviation, particularly in the development of Low Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF). Unlike Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), LCAF is derived from conventional sources but emits significantly less carbon. 'The UAE is a leader in the development of LCAF,' he said, adding that the fuel remains under study and development. Looking ahead, IATA forecasts air traffic growth in the Gulf and Middle East to hit 9% in 2025—well above the global average of 5.6%. UAE airlines, backed by modern infrastructure and ambitious growth plans, are expected to grow even faster across both passenger and cargo operations. With its strategic focus on efficiency, innovation, and sustainability, the UAE continues to set the pace for the global aviation industry. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
17-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
UAE leader in development of low carbon aviation fuel: IATA
Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East at International Air Transport Association (IATA), described the UAE as a "global role model" for aviation development, pointing to the speed of progress, quality of infrastructure, and efficient operations in the country. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025 in Dubai, Kamil Al-Awadhi praised the UAE for its outstanding achievements in the aviation sector. He noted that the country has established itself as a role model—even for developed nations—due to its integrated and well-coordinated aviation ecosystem. He highlighted that this system includes airlines, airports, ground services, security, and safety, all functioning at high levels of efficiency. Additionally, he pointed to the UAE's streamlined visa procedures and the exceptional treatment of passengers at its airports, which reflect the nation's commitment to quality and world-class service standards. He confirmed that the UAE is taking a leading role on the global stage in developing Low Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF), which, unlike Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), is derived from conventional sources but has lower carbon emissions. It remains under study and development. ''The UAE is a leader in the development of LCAF,'' he noted. On IATA's forecast for air traffic in 2025, he said that IATA expects air traffic growth in the Gulf and Middle East to reach approximately 9%, which is higher than the expected global rate of around 5.6%. He emphasised that UAE airlines in particular will be among the fastest growing, and may even exceed this rate, due to their modern infrastructure and ambitious expansion strategies. He noted that this growth includes both passenger and air cargo traffic. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Al Etihad
16-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
IATA: UAE leader in development of Low Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF)
16 Apr 2025 18:26 ABU DHABI (WAM)Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East at International Air Transport Association (IATA), described the UAE as a "global role model" for aviation development, pointing to the speed of progress, quality of infrastructure, and efficient operations in the statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025 in Dubai, Kamil Al-Awadhi praised the UAE for its outstanding achievements in the aviation sector. He noted that the country has established itself as a role model—even for developed nations—due to its integrated and well-coordinated aviation highlighted that this system includes airlines, airports, ground services, security, and safety, all functioning at high levels of efficiency. Additionally, he pointed to the UAE's streamlined visa procedures and the exceptional treatment of passengers at its airports, which reflect the nation's commitment to quality and world-class service standards. He emphasised that the UAE is taking a leading role on the global stage in developing Low Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF), which is derived from conventional sources unlike Sustainable Aviation but has lower carbon emissions. LCAF remains under study and development. "The UAE is a leader in the development of LCAF,'' he IATA's forecast for air traffic in 2025, he said that IATA expects air traffic growth in the Gulf and Middle East to reach approximately 9%, which is higher than the expected global rate of around 5.6%. He added that UAE airlines in particular will be among the fastest growing, and may even exceed this rate, due to their modern infrastructure and ambitious expansion strategies. He noted that this growth includes both passenger and air cargo traffic.
Trade Arabia
16-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
UAE leader in development of low carbon aviation fuel: IATA
Kamil Al-Awadhi, Regional Vice President for Africa and the Middle East at International Air Transport Association (IATA), described the UAE as a "global role model" for aviation development, pointing to the speed of progress, quality of infrastructure, and efficient operations in the country. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025 in Dubai, Kamil Al-Awadhi praised the UAE for its outstanding achievements in the aviation sector. He noted that the country has established itself as a role model—even for developed nations—due to its integrated and well-coordinated aviation ecosystem. He highlighted that this system includes airlines, airports, ground services, security, and safety, all functioning at high levels of efficiency. Additionally, he pointed to the UAE's streamlined visa procedures and the exceptional treatment of passengers at its airports, which reflect the nation's commitment to quality and world-class service standards. He confirmed that the UAE is taking a leading role on the global stage in developing Low Carbon Aviation Fuel (LCAF), which, unlike Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), is derived from conventional sources but has lower carbon emissions. It remains under study and development. ''The UAE is a leader in the development of LCAF,'' he noted. On IATA's forecast for air traffic in 2025, he said that IATA expects air traffic growth in the Gulf and Middle East to reach approximately 9%, which is higher than the expected global rate of around 5.6%.
Trade Arabia
16-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Emirates SkyCargo to double freighter fleet
Emirates SkyCargo will double its freighter fleet to 21 aircraft by the end of 2026, up from 10 currently, in a move that reflects confidence in the continued growth of global demand for air cargo services. This was revealed by Nabil Sultan, Divisional Senior Vice President at Emirates SkyCargo, at the IATA World Cargo Symposium 2025, which opened on Tuesday in Dubai, said a Wam news agency report. Speaking on the sidelines of the symposium, Sultan said: 'We currently operate 10 owned freighters, in addition to 6 leased aircraft, and expect to receive 11 new Boeing 777Fs by the end of 2026.' He noted that this fleet expansion is part of an ambitious strategy focused on investing in advanced technology, modern infrastructure, and tailored logistics solutions for specialised cargo segments such as pharmaceuticals, perishables, and valuables. Sultan added that Emirates SkyCargo's dedicated freighter network currently spans 38 destinations, with plans to add 20 more in the coming years. The company has already expanded its network this year, launching new cargo routes to Japan and Copenhagen. He highlighted that Emirates' total network now includes 148 destinations supported by an extensive global partnership network. The overall fleet currently comprises 260 aircraft, including 250 passenger planes, with expectations to exceed 300 aircraft by 2030. Regarding Al Maktoum International Airport, Sultan said the Government of Dubai is developing it into the world's largest air cargo hub, with a handling capacity of up to 12 million tonnes. 'We are working together to build the future of the logistics sector and aim to be a core enabler in achieving Dubai's vision to become the global capital for multimodal cargo,' he stated. Sultan also spoke about the recently launched "Emirates Delivers", a door-to-door express service aimed at businesses, which currently operates in seven markets: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, the United Kingdom, and South Africa. He confirmed plans for further expansion to all Emirates SkyCargo destinations.
