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Full transport links running between DWC and DXB
During the closure of the Northern Runway at Dubai International (DXB), a number of flights are being redirected to Dubai World Central (DWC) to ensure minimal operational disruption. During this time, Dubai Airports has announced multiple transport services between the two airports to cater to all travellers.

Destination Deauville as L’Odyssey announces new summer route from London City Airport
From July 1st 2022, L’Odyssey will operate a twice weekly service to the beautiful Normandy seaside town of Deauville.

Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines announce order for five 777 freighters
Boeing and Ethiopian Airlines has announced the carrier is further expanding its all-Boeing freighter fleet with an order for five 777 Freighters. The order is currently unidentified on Boeing's orders and deliveries website.

New premium lounges revealed at Ontario International Airport
Southern California's Ontario International Airport celebrates the launch of its new Aspire premium lounges, providing passengers at America's fastest-growing airport a new level of comfort and convenience.

The Iberia Group will operate 53 flights to Paris for the Champions League final
Of the 53 flights, 18 will be charter and 35 regular, including reinforcement operations to the normal operation of a weekend. For the return on Sunday, in addition to the seven regular flights operated by Iberia and Iberia Express, four reinforcement operations are scheduled

KLM unveils new cabin class: Premium Comfort
Dutch Open, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines presented its new Premium Comfort Class, an intermediate cabin offering more space, luxury, service options, comfort and privacy than Economy Class, at lower prices than World Business Class. The new Premium Comfort Class allows KLM to more closely meet the needs and wishes of leisure and business travellers.

SWISS offers new pre-selection meal option for Business Class travellers on long-haul flights
SWISS now offers Business Class travellers on its long-haul services the option of pre-selecting their inflight meal online free of charge ahead of their departure. In addition to the main dishes featured under the familiar ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ programme, customers have four further meals to choose from on long-haul flights from Switzerland. The pre-orders can be placed up to 36 hours before the flight’s scheduled departure.

Spanish talent flies high nearly 7,000 Iberia employees will wear uniforms designed by Teresa Helbig
Flight crews and ground staff will wear the new uniforms in an enviably international showcase: the nearly 140 destinations in 43 countries to which Iberia flies. In June, the flight and airport staff will be the first to sport the new uniform, to be followed by their colleagues around the world

Etihad Airways introduces Airbus A350
Etihad Airways introduces Airbus A350 to its modern fleet, offering enhanced fuel-efficiency and noise-reduction, plus a roster of exciting new tech.
Qatar Airways partners with flydubai, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air and Saudia for World Cup flights
Qatar Airways has teamed up with flydubai, Kuwait Airways, Oman Air and Saudia to connect match ticket holders to Doha via Match Day Shuttle flights for 24-hour experiences during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

Delta accelerates digital focus by naming first Chief Digital Officer
Delta has named Eric Phillips its first Chief Digital Officer, as the airline continues to deliver more personalized and premium experiences for customers through its digital channels.

Qatar Airways statement on Airbus A350 aircraft
Qatar Airways is pleased with the judgement given by the High Court today. We entered into this process to secure an expedited trial and early disclosure from Airbus that will give us an insight into the true nature of surface degradation affecting the A350s.