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Aeroflot to launch Dubai World Central flights this week
Starting from October 28th, Aeroflot will launch regular flights between Moscow Sheremetyevo and Dubai World Central, the airline’s second destination in the United Arab Emirates.
Aeroflot places order for SSJ100 planes with United Aircraft Corporation
The deal was signed by Aeroflot chief executive Vitaly Saveliev and president of United Aircraft Corporation, Yury Slyusar, during the Eastern Economic Forum in the presence of president of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.
Vietnam Airlines signs partnership with Aeroflot
According to the deal, from 2019, the two airlines will seek to begin codesharing on domestic routes in Vietnam and Russia and expand their cooperation across several areas of the business.
Saveliev reappointed chief executive at Aeroflot for new five-year term
The Aeroflot board has re-elected Vitaly Saveliev to the role of chief executive for a term of five years. The appointment was approved at a meeting of the board chaired by Mikhail Poluboyarinov, following a directive from the Russian government.
Aeroflot retains strongest airline brand title
Aeroflot has once again been named the world’s strongest airline brand by Brand Finance, the leading independent brand valuation consultancy.
Aeroflot reports fall in annual profits as costs mount
Aeroflot has reported a 40 per cent drop in annual profits, pressured by mounting costs. Net profit at Russia’s largest airline fell to R23.06 billion ($409 million) in 2017, down from a record of R38.8 billion roubles it had reported a year earlier.
Aeroflot signs $5bn order for 50 MC-21 planes
Aeroflot will become the largest customer for the latest Russian-built medium-range aircraft, the MC-21, following a deal between the flag-carrier and Rostec. Under the terms of the order, Rostec, a leasing subsidiary of Aviacapital-Service, will supply Aeroflot with 50 MC-21-300 aircraft.
Aeroflot takes title of World’s Leading Aviation Brand at World Travel Awards
Aeroflot has taken the prestigious title of World’s Leading Aviation Brand at the World Travel Awards, the first time the prize has been awarded.
Japan Airlines signs cooperation agreement with Aeroflot
Japan Airlines and Aeroflot have signed a memorandum of understanding for a strategic cooperation agreement to pursue commercial opportunities.
Aeroflot unveils expanded winter schedule
Aeroflot has announced the launch of its winter 2017/18 Schedule, which will operate from October 29th through to March next year. The season includes flights to 137 destinations in 51 countries, including 50 routes inside Russia, 15 routes to seven CIS countries and 72 other international flights.
Breaking Travel News interview: Aeroflot deputy chief executive Giorgio Callegari
Breaking Travel News chats with Aeroflot deputy chief executive Giorgio Callegari as he prepares to pick up two prestigious World Travel Awards in St. Petersburg. With a growing fleet, increasing passenger numbers and strong profits there is much to discuss.
Aeroflot to offer Alipay option to Chinese travellers
Aeroflot now offers Alipay as a payment option on its website in a move designed to enhance service for Chinese customers. Aeroflot is the first transport partner of the Chinese payment system in Russia.