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20 January, 2020 (Zürich). A global coalition focused on business aviation sustainability today welcomed two new carbon-reduction initiatives for Davos-bound flights at this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF), starting Jan. 21, 2020, in Davos, Switzerland.

23 October 2019 (Brussels). The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) has committed to working with a newly formed project team of business aviation young professionals to develop and introduce an industry-wide sustainability label. The programme seeks to help EBAA member organisations play an even greater role in addressing social and environmental issues through awareness raising, best practices sharing and tailored guidance.

We operate at the forefront of global mobility, connecting businesses, facilitating trade, and providing essential services that no other mode of transport can match. Yet, our journey is far from smooth. Anyone with a minimum knowledge of the sector is aware of the complex headwinds we face: from persistent public perception challenges and fragmented regulations to the existential call for Net Zero and the geopolitical shifts impacting our continent.

As EBACE25 draws to a close, the atmosphere at Geneva’s Palexpo reflects a sense of momentum, purpose and progress. This year marks a new chapter as the first edition led solely by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA). More than a handover, EBACE25 debuted a bold new identity: a reimagined platform designed by and for the industry, signalling a clear shift toward a more connected, forward-facing future for Business Aviation in Europe.

As other regions intensify competition for investment and influence, the European Union must leverage every strategic asset at its disposal. Business aviation – often misunderstood as a luxury – is in fact a crucial tool for restoring and bolstering Europe’s competitiveness. It enables rapid access to international markets, facilitates foreign investments, and strengthens Europe’s strategic economic positioning on the world stage. In the context of EU policy debates, recognising the value of business aviation is more important than ever.

Launching in June, the programme empowers ambassadors to engage with EU policymakers and industry leaders. A Brussels workshop will offer hands-on advocacy training and strategic networking opportunities. Ambassadors play a vital role in advancing business aviation at both national and European levels.

EBAA, alongside a broad coalition of aviation associations has co-signed a letter urging the European Commission to introduce further flexibilities to the ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation...

“Policies that seek to constrain the growth of business aviation create implicit trade-offs between the environmental benefits arising from fewer flights and the foregone benefits associated with business aviation”.