BlueLight Humanitarian Airlines (BlueLight) has officially taken off as the world’s first non-profit airline devoted to humanitarian missions. Based in Geneva, the hub of global aid diplomacy, the airline aims to fill a long-standing gap in crisis response — rapid, neutral, and affordable air transport for relief operations. Its fleet will unite cargo, passenger, and
SITA has partnered with easyJet to launch the SITA Agent App, a new mobile solution that allows ground staff to assist passengers anywhere in the terminal. This innovation removes the need for fixed desks, creating a faster, more flexible airport experience. The collaboration began with a shared goal: to cut infrastructure costs while improving customer
CAE has signed an agreement to deliver a Boeing 737MAX full-flight simulator to MAB Academy, the training division of Malaysia Airlines Group. The move builds on nearly two decades of collaboration between the two companies. It reflects their shared goal of improving pilot training and operational safety. The simulator will be installed at MAB Academy’s
Britten-Norman, the British maker of the iconic Islander aircraft, has introduced a new Aircraft Brokerage and Trade-In Service. The programme gives operators full lifecycle support, allowing them to upgrade to new Islanders with ease. The company will handle aircraft sales, trade-ins, or refurbishments to keep fleets operational without interruption. The service is already in use.
Airbus, Leonardo and Thales have signed a memorandum of understanding to merge their space activities into a single company. By joining forces, the three giants aim to bolster Europe’s strategic autonomy in space. This vital sector supports telecommunications, navigation, earth observation, science, exploration and national security. The new venture will also act as a trusted
Elysian, a pioneer in next-generation electric aircraft, has signed a collaboration agreement with regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord. The deal, announced during the European Regions Airline Association (ERA) General Assembly in Estoril, supports Elysian’s flagship E9X programme for zero-emission short-haul flight. The partnership will centre on a series of strategic sessions exploring key financing and leasing
Airbus and the Cathay Group (Cathay) have announced a joint investment of up to US$70 million. The goal is to speed up the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) across Asia and beyond. This marks another strong step towards cleaner, lower-carbon air travel. The agreement was unveiled in Hong Kong during the IATA World Sustainability
The international airline association BARIG (Board of Airline Representatives in Germany) has welcomed Swiftair as a new cargo member. The Spanish airline adds over 30 years of experience to BARIG’s growing freight network. Swiftair operates routes across Europe and to North and West Africa. Its clients include major logistics companies and the United Nations. The
Archer Aviation a pioneer in eVTOL aircraft, has won the bid to acquire Lilium GmbH’s advanced air mobility patent portfolio. The €18 million (US$20.7 million) agreement covers around 300 patents, including innovations in high-voltage systems, battery management, aircraft design, flight control, electric propulsion, and ducted fan technology. This move cements Archer’s leadership in next-generation electric
SkyThread Corporation from Irvine, California, and Wingleet Corporation from Paris have signed a new strategic partnership. The goal is clear: speed up the use of blockchain and cloud tools in aviation. Together, they will help airlines and maintenance providers verify, protect, and share vital data on aircraft parts and assets. Both companies are known for
