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How the European SAF mandate impacts market dynamics

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The aviation industry is facing a transformative challenge to step up its efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Increased use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plays a pivotal role in this efforts with its potential to reduce...more

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Cadwalader Climate - May 2024 #2

In this week’s edition, the European Commission contacted 20 airlines requiring them to address potentially misleading or inaccurate green claims. The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) launched its digital...more

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Sustainable aviation fuel – on the ascent

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As the aviation industry pins its hopes on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, Joe Clinton, Matthew Townsend, Richard Chamberlain and Ying-Peng Chin outline the regulatory, investment...more

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Consumers Accuse European Airlines of Greenwashing, Claiming “Green” Air Travel Does Not Exist

On June 6, 2023, the BEUC and 23 of its member organizations from 19 countries filed a complaint with the European Commission and relevant consumer protection agencies pursuant to Directive 2005/29/EC, accusing 17 European...more

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UK, EU and US aviation industry sanctions

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Following the events in Ukraine, various measures have been put in place by the EU, the UK and the US that are expected to have a considerable impact on the aviation and aircraft financing industry. Below we give a round-up...more

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Change is in the air

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Respondents see COVID-related disruptions, economic contraction and geopolitical instability as the top challenges for the aviation sector in the coming year. But growth is expected, notably in Asia-Pacific and Australasia - ...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: June–August 2021

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Aviation Policy: European Commission Proposals Regarding the Transformation of EU Economy and Society to Meet Climate Ambitions - On 14 July 2021, the European Commission (Commission) adopted...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: April 2021

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Single European Sky: The Wise Person Group Publishes a Statement on the Future of the Single European Sky On 14 April 2021, the Wise Persons Group (WPG), a high-level aviation experts group...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: March 2021

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - COVID-19: Europe’s Airlines Welcome the European Commission’s Proposal for a Digital “COVID Passport” - On 17 March 2021, Europe’s aviation sector welcomed the European Commission’s...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: February 2021

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Aviation Policy: European Commission Proposes to set up new European Partnerships and to Invest Nearly €10 Billion for the Green and Digital Transition - On 23 February 2021, the European...more

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Carbon pricing in the UK/Europe: ETS and CORSIA developments

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Operators in the aviation sector and the ‘stationary sectors’ (power generation, energy intensive industries, etc.) should note that the environmental regulatory framework for carbon pricing and emissions trading in the...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: December 2020–January 2021

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Aviation Policy: European Commission Presents its “Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy” - The European Commission (Commission) presented its “Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy,”...more

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ADS-B OUT Compliance as Part of Lease Redelivery Conditions

Countries around the world are putting in place a more accurate system of tracking aircraft in the skies called Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B). This technology will eventually replace radar as the primary...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: September-October 2020

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - COVID-19: European Commission steps up action to reinforce preparedness and response measures across the EU - On 28 October 2020, the European Commission launched an additional set of actions...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: June 2020

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Aviation Safety: European Commission Updates The EU Air Safety List - On 2 June 2020, the European Commission updated the EU Air Safety List, which identifies the airlines subject to an...more

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COVID-19: EU State Aid Granted to the Aviation Sector

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Austria has reportedly agreed to grant to Austrian Airlines €600 million to secure its future operation as a network carrier in Vienna. The aid consists of a 90% state-guaranteed loan (€300 million) and a direct grant (€150...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: May 2020

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AVIATION REGULATORY POLICY - Tourism And Transport: European Commission Issues Guidance On How To Resume Travel And Reboot Europe's Tourism In 2020 And Beyond - On 14 May 2020, the European Commission presented a package of...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: April 2020

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - COVID-19: European Commission Proposes Package Of Measures To Support Transport Sector - On 29 April 2020, the European Commission proposed a package of measures which aim to provide relief to...more

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Airlines: EU State Aid Rules, Future M&A Considerations and Irish Exposure to Airlines

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Although the EU’s introduction of a Temporary Framework has enabled governments to offer extensive State-backed loans, the airline industry needs more than just credit—it will need equity. However, State aid to the aviation...more

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Navigating turbulence: Winds of change

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Economic volatility, political unrest and fierce competition are all seen as major challenges to the sector in the coming 12 to 18 months. Meanwhile, respondents are preparing for rising oil prices and growing industry...more

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Navigating turbulence - Overall investment outlook for global aviation finance

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Our exclusive survey of senior executives who have financed the aviation industry in the past three years reveals that the overall investment outlook for the sector is bright, with one region in particular set for larger...more

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EUR 30,000 For A “Simple Cookie Banner”?!? – Spanish Supervisory Authority Fined For Non-Compliance

The Spanish supervisory authority agencia española protección datos (“Supervisory Authority”) has issued a fine against an airline based on their use of a cookie banner, which the Supervisory Authority considered not to be...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: June 2019

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Aviation Policy: Regulation On Safeguarding Competition In Air Transport - On 10 May 2019 Regulation (EU) 2019/712 on safeguarding competition in air transport of 17 April 2019 was published...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: May 2019

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AVIATION REGULATORY AND POLICY - Fair Competition In Air Transport: Adoption Of Legislative Proposal - On 9 April 2019 the Council of the EU formally adopted the legislative proposal for a Regulation on safeguarding...more

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Brussels Air Transport Brief: April 2019

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Aviation Regulatory and Policy - Report: European Commission sets out action to strengthen social standards - On 1 March 2019, the European Commission published a report setting out actions strengthening the social agenda...more

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