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Finnair deepens Amadeus partnership with new NDC deal
As air travel rapidly recovers across Finnair markets, the Finnish flag carrier is set to offer its customers more choice and a better travel experience.
Lego stores open at London Gatwick
Key LEGO themes including Duplo, City and Architecture are also available, alongside internationally recognised licenses such as Harry Potter, Marvel and Star Wars.
Emirates honours Eid Al Adha celebrations with dedicated menu
In celebration of Eid Al Adha from 9 to 12 July and honouring its proud Emirati heritage, Emirates will serve traditional and much-loved Eid dishes across all cabins. Eid meals will be served on more than 60 routes departing Dubai; to the Gulf and Middle East region, Africa, UK and Europe, Far East, and India.
Qatar Airways to increase Doha - Melbourne flights
Qatar Airways will be increasing its Doha – Melbourne flights from the current once-daily schedule to double-daily flights from 1 October with the support of the Victorian Government. The airline and the Victorian Government signed a strategic agreement to increase connectivity to Melbourne to further boost trade and tourism.
Qatar Airways celebrates Eid Al Adha with special themed menu
Qatar Airways brings special Eid surprises to the Premium Lounges and inflight during the four-day Eid Al Adha holiday, marking the pinnacle of the Hajj pilgrimage.
Emirates secures summer flight schedules
Emirates expects a busy summer and is set to operate as scheduled over the peak travel season, including at its 39 European points. The Dubai carrier has over 24,000 scheduled passengers flying to and from 129 airports around the world this summer and is co-ordinating with its ground handling partners to ensure smooth passenger movement.
Etihad Guest partners with Mashreq bank
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways in partnership with Mashreq, a leading global financial institution, has launched a points transfer programme for members to benefit from.
Air cargo buoyed by easing of Omicron restrictions in China
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released May 2022 data for global air cargo markets showing that the easing of Omicron restrictions in China helped to alleviate supply chain constraints and contributed to a performance improvement in May.
International travel drives May air traffic recovery
IATA has announced passenger data for May 2022 showing that the recovery in air travel accelerated heading into the Northern Hemisphere peak summer travel season.
Qatar Airways unveils new platinum, gold and silver lounges
Qatar Airways unveils Platinum, Gold and Silver lounges at its Hamad International Airport hub, inviting Privilege Club loyalty members and oneworld alliance card holders to access the dedicated lounge corresponding to their frequent flyer tier status when transiting through Doha.
Oman Air ramps up programmes aimed at empowering Omanis
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, is enabling more opportunities for Omanis from varied academic backgrounds, providing them with access to more leadership and specialised positions, including pilots, engineers, and commercial roles.
Singapore Airlines operates first blended sustainable aviation fuel flights
Singapore Airlines have embarked on the next phase of its net zero scheme with the delivery of blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Changi Airport via the airport’s fuel hydrant system.