IndiGo to Host IATA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting in Delhi

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IndiGo to Host IATA’s 2025 Annual General Meeting in Delhi

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on June 4, 2024

IndiGo Airlines is set to host the 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Delhi from June 8-10, 2025. This significant event will bring together top executives and stakeholders from the global aviation industry for the first time in India since 1983. The announcement was made at IATA’s 80th AGM in Dubai.

IndiGo’s CEO, Pieter Elbers, expressed pride in hosting this prestigious event, highlighting India’s rapid ascent in the global aviation market. He noted that India last hosted the IATA AGM over four decades ago, making this a momentous occasion for both IndiGo and the country. Elbers emphasized that the timing is ideal given India’s record aircraft orders, impressive growth, and ongoing infrastructure developments.

IATA Director General Willie Walsh added that India is on track to become the world’s third-largest aviation market within this decade. He praised the country’s significant progress and stated that the 2025 AGM would offer attendees an opportunity to witness these advancements firsthand.

India’s aviation sector has seen substantial growth, evidenced by IndiGo's recent order of 500 Airbus narrowbody aircraft and its expansion into widebody operations with firm orders for 30 A350-900s. Air India has also placed orders for over 400 aircraft from both Airbus and Boeing.

The return of the IATA AGM to India is a testament to the country’s burgeoning aviation industry and its strategic importance on the global stage. With more than 330 airlines as members, IATA represents over 80% of global air traffic, making the AGM a crucial event for discussing industry-wide issues and future directions.

The 2025 AGM in Delhi will not only highlight India’s advancements in aviation but also provide a platform for meaningful dialogue on critical topics such as safety, sustainability, and the integration of AI in the industry. This event underscores India’s pivotal role in the global aviation landscape and its readiness to lead the industry into the future.

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Etihad and Vietnam Airlines Announce New Codeshare and Loyalty Partnership

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on November 23, 2025

Etihad Airways and Vietnam Airlines have taken their partnership forward with the launch of a new codeshare agreement. This move builds on Etihad’s recently introduced Abu Dhabi–Hanoi service, creating smoother travel options between the UAE and Vietnam.

With this partnership, Etihad guests can now book onward journeys to major domestic destinations in Vietnam as well as popular cities across Asia, all on a single ticket. Travellers also benefit from one check-in and automatic baggage transfer, making Abu Dhabi an easy connection point to the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.

Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways, said: "This partnership with Vietnam Airlines delivers significant value to our guests by unlocking access to some of Asia's most dynamic and popular destinations. Our new Abu Dhabi-Hanoi service has been warmly received, and this codeshare agreement transforms it into a gateway to Vietnam's most exciting cities. Combined with our frequent flyer partnership, which enables loyalty members of both airlines to earn and redeem miles across our combined global networks, this collaboration underscores our commitment to providing our guests with greater flexibility, broader reach, and superior travel experiences."

From Vietnam Airlines’ perspective, this collaboration builds on the Memorandum of Understanding signed earlier. Nguyen Quang Trung, Director of Corporate Planning and Development, Vietnam Airlines, said: “Vietnam Airlines is pleased to advance our partnership with Etihad Airways through this new codeshare agreement, following the Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2024. The collaboration offers seamless access to Etihad’s network across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, while allowing more travellers to experience Vietnam Airlines’ signature warmth and hospitality. Together with our expanded frequent-flyer partnership, this agreement enhances convenience, broadens destination choices, and strengthens tourism and economic ties between Vietnam and the UAE.”

The rollout of the codeshare will take place in phases. As it expands, passengers of Vietnam Airlines will gain access to six destinations beyond Abu Dhabi, Athens, Addis Ababa, Bahrain, Muscat, Cairo, and Istanbul, opening up a wider network across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa through Etihad’s strong connectivity.

Etihad and Vietnam Airlines already have a frequent flyer partnership in place. Launched in July 2025, it allows Etihad Guest and Lotus Miles members to earn and redeem miles across both airlines’ networks. This loyalty integration adds more value to the newly announced codeshare, giving travellers broader options and smoother travel experiences.