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Air India is reported to be in advanced talks with both Airbus and Boeing, to acquire 300 new aircraft, including 80-100 widebodies.

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has denied recent speculation that it was eyeing a stake or full takeover of European low-cost carrier easyJet.

Supply chain challenges could cost airlines over $11 billion in 2025, according to a new report by IATA and management consulting firm Oliver Wyman.

Corneel Koster will assume the position of Virgin Atlantic CEO as Shai Weiss steps down from the lead role on 31 December, after a seven-year tenure.

In a trademark dispute with ITA Airways, Rome’s Court of Appeals has ordered Aeroitalia, a small Italian airline, to stop using its current name and branding by January 1, 2026.

Braathens International Airways halts operations, grounding its Airbus fleet after filing for bankruptcy in Sweden.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority has delayed approval for Pakistan International Airlines to resume flights to British airports amid fresh safety concerns.

Discover how US-Russia negotiations amid the Russia Ukraine war influence India's aviation industry and global air travel dynamics.

Russia seeks to reinstate direct flights with the U.S., impacting international aviation dynamics and travel relations.

IATA data reveals that whilst the number of air travel accidents was below the 5 year average, fatalities rose to 244 in 2024; up from 72 the previous year.