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Aviation contributed $2.5bn to Nigeria’s GDP – Report
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Daily Trust
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) yesterday said aviation in Nigeria directly employs 39,500 people, contributing $2.5 billion, which represents 0.7% of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The association also observed that...
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IATA: Nigeria’s Aviation Sector Contributes $2.5bn To GDP Annually, Supports 217,000 Jobs
In commemoration of Nigeria’s 65 years of independence, International Air Transport Association (IATA) has stated that the air transport sector in Nigeria contributes $2.5 billion annually to the Gross National Product (GDP), which is 0.7 per...
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Delta planes in terrifying airport crash as wing ripped off jet
Two Delta passenger planes collided in a terrifying smash at New York’s LaGuardia Airport – ripping the wing off one jet and injuring a flight attendant. The CRJ-900 regional jets, both operated by Delta subsidiary Endeavor Air, clipped each other...
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Wing ripped off and one person injured after terrifying collision between two passenger planes at major airport
Two Delta passenger planes collided in a terrifying smash at New York’s LaGuardia Airport (Image: X) Two Delta passenger planes have crashed at a major international airport, ripping the wing off one jet and injuring at least one person. The...
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Gold Sponsor of the World Aviation Festival, Value Group Brings to the International Stage Its Revolutionary Approach to IROPS Management
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Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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LISBON, Portugal--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 2, 2025-- The countdown is on for the World Aviation Festival, the world’s largest aviation tech event which this year returns to Lisbon, Portugal, from October 7 th to 9 th at the Feira Internacional de...
Delta planes in terrifying crash at LaGuardia Airport causing chaotic scenes
The incident involving two Delta passenger planes ( Image: X) Two Delta passenger planes have crashed at a major international airport ripping the wing off one jet and injuring at least one person. The CRJ-900 regional jets, both operated by Delta...
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New £25billion mega airport wanting to take on Heathrow and Dubai reveals latest opening update
A HUGE new mega airport is set to open in Europe by 2032 – and will take on some of the world’s biggest transport hubs. Centralny Port Komunikacyjny (CPK) is set to open in Poland after years of planning. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Thank...
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Inverness Airport operators want passengers’ feedback on improving services
An EasyJet flight takes off from Dalcross Airport, Inverness. Picture: Callum Mackay. Image No. 024669.Highlands & Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL) is asking passengers who use Inverness and any of its 10 other airports to complete an online survey to...
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Delhi to Kolkata: India’s first assured transit time container train starts operations, promises delivery in 120 hours – check details
Delhi to Kolkata container train: Indian Railways (IR) has launched the country’s first assured transit time container train service between Delhi and Kolkata. However, this train service has been introduced on a pilot basis. This special service...
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Dublin airport’s ambitious connection to city centre takes a step closer
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Yahoo News - United Kingdom
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Dublin's ambitious Metrolink project, set to connect the city centre with Dublin Airport, has officially received planning permission. The 18.8km rail line, which will predominantly run underground, is planned to stretch from north of Swords to...
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Metrolink from airport to Dublin granted planning permission
The Metrolink connecting Dublin Airport to the city centre has been granted planning permission. The 18.8km MetroLink rail line, most of which will be underground, is to run from north of Swords to Charlemont in the south of Dublin city centre at...
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Coming to a Major Transit Stop Near You: Upzoning Under SB 79
California Legislature Passes New Bill to Encourage More Homes Near Transit Capping off a session that achieved major CEQA reforms for housing development, the California Legislature has sent new transit-oriented housing legislation to the...
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Nigeria @65: Tinubu hails 40% leap in rail, water transport as economic reforms gain ground
As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, President Bola Tinubu has spotlighted notable gains in transportation and economic recovery—particularly a 40% surge in rail transport and a 27% boost in waterway operations—as proof that his...
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Southern MD Gains Safety, Transit in Draft Budget
Maryland Transportation Acting Secretary Samantha J. Biddle convened with officials from Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties on September 30, 2025, to review the Department of Transportation’s Draft Consolidated Transportation Program for...
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Arrests are made after French special forces boarded Russian ghost ship 'linked to Denmark airport chaos' - as drones are spotted 'spying in Germany'
Two people have been arrested after French troops boarded an oil tanker suspected of belonging to the so-called shadow fleet involved in Russian oil trade. Authorities have been tight-lipped about the vessel, called the Boracay, which is currently...
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Incheon Airport Security Workers Will Refuse to Work Overtime during Chuseok
Photo : YONHAP News Anchor: A strike across the country's 15 airports continued for a second straight day, with unionized workers demanding shorter shifts and increased staffing. Amid the labor dispute, security screening employees at Incheon...
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PNG AND SI SIGN MOA ON AVIATION SAFETY INVESTIGATIONS
The Civil Aviation Authorities of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work in partnership on the Aviation Safety Investigations. The signing took place at the 42nd Triennial Session of the...
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Air Transport Sector Contributes $2.5bn Annually to Nigeria’s GDP, Creates 271,000 Jobs, Says IATA
Chinedu Eze In commemoration of Nigeria’s 65 years of independence, International Air Transport Association (IATA) has stated that the air transport sector in Nigeria contributes $2.5 billion annually to the Gross National Product (GDP), which is...
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Airports, exporters welcome new freight action plan after investments at Christchurch and Auckland
And Christchurch was doubling the size of its freight apron. Moore said the new Christchurch facility would be able to host up to eight narrow-body A320s or four wide-body 767s, compared with just three aircraft at present. The Christchurch...
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NZ airports association backs government on freight
The New Zealand Airports Association said it welcomes the announcement from Transport Minister Chris Bishop outlining new government initiatives to strengthen New Zealand’s freight system. Chief Executive Billie Moore said the focus on freight...
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