# LATAM Airlines industry recognition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/latam-airlines-industry-recognition
> Updated: 2026-09-18T18:47:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

LATAM Airlines has received multiple industry recognitions in late 2026. The Council of the Americas announced that CEO Roberto Alvo will receive the ‘CEO of the Year’ award at the 31st annual BRAVO Business Awards for his leadership during a period of financial restructuring and digital transformation.

Following this, the airline was named the best airline in South America at the 2026 World Airline Awards in London. The company also earned the award for Best Airline Staff Service in South America, a distinction attributed by Vice President Paulo Miranda to the commitment of the company’s employees.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: LATAM Airlines named best airline in South America at 2026 World Airline Awards

LATAM Airlines was named South America's best airline and received the Best Airline Staff Service award at the 2026 World Airline Awards. JetSMART was named Best Low-Cost Airline in the region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/latam-airlines-named-best-airline-in-south-america-at-2026-world-airline-awards

### 2026-09-15: Council of the Americas announces 2026 BRAVO Business Award winners

The Council of the Americas announced its 2026 BRAVO Business Award winners, honoring leaders from LATAM Airlines, Rappi, Banco do Brasil, and Atlas Renewable Energy for driving regional prosperity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/council-of-the-americas-announces-2026-bravo-business-award-winners

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