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08/07/2024
EBAA Joins Dassault Aviation in Legal Action Against EU Commission’s Taxonomy Delegated Act
Brussels, 8 July 2024. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) has announced its legal assistance to intervene, in support of Dassault Aviation’s legal challenge against the European Commission’s Delegated Act on EU Taxonomy. This action, lodged with the General Court of the European Union on 4 July 2024, highlights EBAA’s dedication to defending the interests of the Business Aviation sector against measures that hinder our companies' ability to invest in sustainability and innovation.
28/05/2024
European Business Aviation Association Launches S.T.A.R.S. Programme at EBACE2024
Geneva, 28 May 2024 – The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is proud to announce the formal launch of Tier I of the Standards & Training for Aviation Responsibility and Sustainability (S.T.A.R.S.) Programme at the 2024 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE), marking a stepping stone in business aviation’s sustainable future.
27/05/2024
EBAA Joins Forces With Business Aviation’s Sustainability Campaign, CLIMBING. FAST.
Geneva, 27 May 2024 – Today, CLIMBING. FAST. campaign partners welcomed the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) as a formal member, joining the international coalition of leading aviation organisations in supporting the advocacy initiative focused on advancing the industry’s bold commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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24/05/2024
EBAA Celebrates Landmark Victory in Polish Supreme Administrative Court PNR Case
Brussels, May 24, 2024 – The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is proud to announce a significant legal victory in Poland, marking a historic precedent for the Passenger Name Record (PNR) issue in the country. Yesterday, the Supreme Administrative Court of Poland issued a landmark ruling, the first of its kind, which opens the path for all affected parties to pursue their claims regarding PNR regulations.
14/05/2024
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coming to Geneva for EBACE, Adding to the Show’s Sustainability Focus
EBAA and NBAA announce SAF will be available for visitors at EBACE2024...
03/05/2024
EBACE2024 keynote to spotlight industry, government leaders shaping aviation’s future
EBAA and NBAA announce EBACE keynote session's lineup featuring industry visionaries and European decision-makers...
06/03/2024
EBAA remembers Fernand François: A passionate advocate for business aviation
EBAA grieves the loss of Fernand François, a dedicated leader and unwavering advocate for Business aviation in Europe...
06/03/2024
EBAA regrets Single European Sky (SES 2+) agreement as missed opportunity for climate targets
EBAA voices concerns over Single European Sky (SES 2+) agreement's impact on aviation decarbonisation...
01/02/2024
Above and Beyond: European Business Aviation to Uplift SAF Beyond Minimum Requirements
Brussels, 31 January 2024. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) today announced a joint initiative aimed at significantly boosting the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) within the European Business Aviation sector. This ambitious move goes well beyond current legislative requirements, signalling a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability in aviation.
15/11/2023
A Positive Step Forward in Aviation - Dutch Government Reverses Schiphol Flight Cap Decision
Brussels, 15 November 2023. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) welcomes the recent decision by the Dutch government to suspend its plan to cap flights at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport. This decision, announced by Infrastructure Minister Mark Harbers, marks a significant moment for the aviation industry and our members.
31/10/2023
EBAA Welcomes Holger Krahmer as New Secretary-General
Brussels, 31 October 2023. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) is delighted to announce the appointment of seasoned EU professional, Holger Krahmer, as the new Secretary-General. He is set to take over the reins of the Association starting 1 January 2024.
10/10/2023
European aviation commits to deliver the world’s most efficient, environmentally friendly sky
Brussels, 10 October 2023. Associations representing the European aviation sector today adopted a Joint Industry Declaration announcing their intention to make Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world.
20/09/2023
Last call: Realise a true Single European Sky 2+
EBAA Joint Position Paper with A4E, era and IATA calling EU legislators to expedite the adoption of the Single European Sky 2+ proposal.
13/09/2023
EBAA welcomes plenary agreement on ReFuelEU, urges for inclusion of Book & Claim
EBAA welcomes plenary agreement on ReFuelEU, urges for inclusion of Book & Claim
Brussels, 13 September 2023. The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) welcomes the final agreement on RefuelEU 2021/0205, voted today in the European Parliament plenary. The agreement marks the first-ever Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandate in the EU, but noticeably lacks a Book & Claim system.
26/05/2023
New Aircraft, Sustainability and Innovation Capture Imaginations at EBACE2023
Geneva, Switzerland, 25 May 2023 – Game-changing technologies, the debut of all-new aircraft, groundbreaking solutions for sustainable flight and exciting market opportunities were all center stage for one of the most consequential editions of the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) to date.
20/05/2023
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Front and Center for European Business Aviation Show, Highlighting Industry’s Net-Zero Carbon Focus
Geneva, 20 May 2023 – Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will be available at Geneva Airport (GVA) next week, and organizers are taking additional steps to promote the game-changing fuel for reducing carbon emissions from the sector as a central component to the 2023 edition of the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, being held from May 23-25.
26/04/2023
Mack Rutherford, Youngest Person to Fly Solo Around the World, to Headline EBACE2023 Career Day
Brussels, Belgium, 26 April 2023 – Mack Rutherford, the youngest person to fly solo around the world at age 17, will inspire students and future business aviation professionals during a meet-and-greet and live question-and-answer session on 25 May during the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023) Careers in Business Aviation Day.
13/04/2023
Toto and Susie Wolff, Leaders in Racing, Business, Philanthropy and Sustainability, to Keynote EBACE2023
Brussels, Belgium, 13 April 2023 – With the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE2023) just weeks away, the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) are pleased to announce that Toto Wolff, Team Principal of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team, and F1 executive Susie Wolff will kick off the show as keynote speakers.
30/03/2023
Greenpeace spreads misleading data about business aviation
Brussels, 30 March 2023. Today, reports appeared in the media about a report commissioned by Greenpeace from CE Delft. The report claims that the number of private flights in the EU increased by 64 percent in 2022 and that the number of private flights from Dutch airports increased by 87 percent compared to the previous year.
27/03/2023
European Business Aviation mourns the loss of Secretary-General Athar Husain Khan
Brussels, 27 March 2023. Today, European Business Aviation Association Chairman Juergen Wiese informed the EBAA membership of the passing of EBAA Secretary-General Athar Husain Khan on Sunday 26 March 2023, at 60 years old.
