Initial set of ANCEN Background Notes provide insight into aviation’s non-CO₂ climate impacts and mitigation options

The Aviation Non-CO₂ Expert Network (ANCEN) has published three new Background Notes that clarify how aviation’s CO₂ and non-CO₂ emissions affect the climate and what this means for future mitigation strategies. Developed under the Horizon Europe “NONCO2” research action, these notes are designed to support policymakers, industry stakeholders and the wider community with concise, science-based […]

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Operational Pivot: Avelo Airlines End ICE Deportation Flights and Shutter Arizona Base Due to Cost

MESA, ARIZ. — In a significant strategic pivot, Avelo Airlines has announced it will terminate its controversial involvement in U.S. government deportation flights by late January 2026. The Texas-based carrier, which had been a key subcontractor for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) air operations, confirmed it will permanently close its operational base at Phoenix-Mesa […]

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Aviation Excellence: World’s Safest Airlines for 2026 Revealed

PERTH, WA — In a year where turbulence management and cockpit innovation have taken center stage, AirlineRatings.com has released its authoritative list of the Top 25 safest airlines for 2026. For the first time in the history of the rankings, a Gulf carrier has claimed the premier spot, with Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways named the […]

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A new step in a long lasting and fruitful cooperation between EASA and French DGA

The Executive Director of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Florian Guillermet, and the Délégué Général pour l’Armement, Patrick Pailloux, co-signed an implementing arrangement for French MoD Guépard helicopter (also known as H160M) on January 14, 2026 in Paris. The implementing arrangement follows on from the generic cooperation arrangement concluded between the two design […]

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Dublin Bus Marks Record Year as Passenger Numbers Hit 164 Million

Dublin Bus recorded its busiest year on record in 2025, carrying an estimated 164 million passengers and cementing its position as Ireland’s largest public transport operator, according to figures welcomed by Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien. The milestone represents a five‑million increase on 2024 and reflects what the Minister described as the impact of sustained […]

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Winter Lockdown: Flight Groundings Soar in Some EU Countries Amid Severe Cold Snap and Resource Shortages

Flight operations across Europe are experiencing significant disruption today, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as a severe winter “cold snap” and the onset of Storm Goretti paralyze major hubs. According to real-time data from Flightradar24 and official transport ministries, thousands of passengers are facing cancellations and delays. Disruption Snapshot: January 7, 2026 Primary Reasons for Disruption […]

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✈️ EU Passengers Faces Flight Cancellations as Weather and Congestion Hit Major Hubs with 452 Cancellations and over 10,000 Delays Across the Continent

Air passengers across Europe are experiencing widespread disruption today, with 452 flight cancellations and over 10,000 delays reported across the continent, according to live data from FlightAware. While the situation varies by region, several major airports—including Brussels, Zurich and Dublin—are reporting significant operational strain driven by winter weather, air‑traffic flow restrictions and high seasonal demand. […]

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✈️ U.S. Travelers Face Widespread Delays as Weather and Congestion Disrupt Major Airports

Air passengers across the United States are facing another day of significant disruption, with more than 3,300 delays and just over 100 cancellations reported nationwide, according to real‑time data from FlightAware. While the scale falls short of the mass shutdowns seen during major storm events, the ripple effect is being felt across several of the […]

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Winter Travel Boost: Great British Rail Sale Returns with 3 Million Discounted Seats

The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed the return of the Great British Rail Sale, offering a significant reprieve for travelers facing cost-of-living pressures. Starting Tuesday, January 6, 2026, more than three million train tickets will be slashed by up to 50% or more, covering thousands of routes across England, Scotland, and Wales. The week-long […]

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Alstom Secures €920M Deal for Mexico’s New Rail Corridors: The Puma-Inspired “Trenes del Norte”

In a landmark move for North American transit, Alstom has finalized a €920 million ($20.2 billion MXN) contract with Mexico’s Railway Transport Regulatory Agency (ARTF) to spearhead the nation’s passenger rail revival.1 Announced in late December 2025, the agreement covers the supply of 47 state-of-the-art passenger trains as a core component of Mexico’s National Development […]

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