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Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Jane Magill, one of Ireland’s most respected advocates for aviation education and training, was honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to the Aviation Industry Award at the Aviation Industry Awards 2024.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The global aviation sector is entering a defining phase of transformation—one driven by technological innovation, strategic partnerships, and an expanding international footprint. This edition explores how ambition, agility, and foresight are reshaping the skies. Dr Viktoriia Ivannikova brings global expertise to Aviation Industry Awards 2025, the focus turns to leadership and the growing recognition of international collaboration in advancing operational standards. Her appointment reflects a sector increasingly attuned to cross-border insight and technical excellence. Dublin Airport emerges as a key Gulf gateway in Western Europe highlights how strategic route expansion and deeper engagement with Middle East carriers are elevating Dublin’s status as a hub for transcontinental connectivity. The airport’s growth underscores the intersection of infrastructure investment and market demand. Meanwhile, Boeing completes first digital FAA parts shipment with Southwest and Aeroxchange captures the momentum toward digitalisation. The successful transition to secure electronic certification marks a critical advance in supply chain transparency and efficiency. Aviation’s future will be defined by those who combine scale with adaptability. Explore how today’s innovators are charting that course in our full coverage.

Author: Asian Aviation

Abu Dhabi Aviation Group and Egypt’s Ministry of Civil Aviation have signed five MoUs to strengthen cooperation in civil aviation. The agreements cover airport management, MRO services, air cargo, training, and VIP operations, positioning the UAE and Egypt as central hubs for regional aviation growth.

Author: Military Aerospace

Boeing, Southwest Airlines, and Aeroxchange have completed the industry’s first digital shipment using FAA Form 8130-3 certificates. The shift to secure electronic records strengthens supply chain integrity and paves the way for broader digital adoption in aircraft maintenance.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Dr Viktoriia Ivannikova, Judging Coordinator for the Aviation Industry Awards 2025, is an Assistant Professor and Programme Chair for the BSc in Aviation Management at DCU Business School, where she plays a leading role in shaping Ireland’s next generation of aviation professionals.

Author: Irish Examiner

Wizz Air is launching its first pilot recruitment drive in Ireland, offering fully funded training for aspiring pilots. The initiative aims to train 1,200 new pilots across Europe by 2028 and supports the airline’s expansion plans to operate 500 aircraft by 2030.

Author: Global Construction Review

Dublin Airport is recording steady passenger growth as it expands its European and transatlantic routes. Increased winter services from major Gulf carriers are cementing its role as a key Middle East gateway in Western Europe.

Author: Simple Flying

Dublin Airport is expanding its European and transatlantic network amid steady passenger growth. Increased winter flights from major Gulf carriers are strengthening its role as Western Europe’s key hub for Middle East connectivity.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Aviation has always been an industry defined by ambition. Today, that ambition is being reshaped by an imperative to innovate sustainably and collaborate globally. As the sector transitions toward cleaner, smarter, and more connected skies, partnerships and policy are becoming the engines of progress. This edition highlights how leadership and long-term thinking are propelling aviation into its next chapter. In Catagen, Ryanair and Shell partnership, the focus turns to accelerating sustainable aviation fuel production, an essential step in reducing emissions and aligning commercial growth with environmental responsibility. The collaboration represents a model for how industry and innovation can work hand in hand to achieve measurable impact. Equally forward-looking, Ascendance expands in Asia-Pacific captures how hybrid-electric technology is reshaping regional mobility. By targeting high-growth markets, the company underscores the importance of scalability and cross-border cooperation in delivering a viable low-carbon future. These developments mark a pivotal phase for the aviation community, one defined by innovation grounded in purpose. The forthcoming Aviation Awards 2025 will celebrate that progress, recognising the visionaries turning sustainable ambition into operational excellence.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland’s aviation sector will take centre stage this November as the Aviation Industry Awards 2025 celebrate the individuals and companies setting new benchmarks for performance and innovation.