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IATA calls Danish and Icelandic Air Navigation Service Providers to revoke planned increases
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on both the Danish and Icelandic Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP) to revoke the planned increases in air traffic charges set to come into effect on 1 January 2023.
SIA and Tata agree to merge Air India and Vistara
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Tata Sons (Tata) have agreed to merge Air India and Vistara, with SIA also investing INR 20,585 million (S$360 million, US$250 million) in Air India as part of the transaction
Manchester Airport partners with HyNet to secure direct supply of hydrogen fuel for its airline part
Manchester Airport has unveiled plans to become the first UK airport with a direct supply of low carbon hydrogen fuel, announcing a partnership with HyNet – one of the UK’s leading Government-backed industrial decarbonisation projects.
Alaska Airlines launches first U.S. electronic bag tag program
Alaska Airlines today became the first U.S. airline to launch an electronic bag tag program, which enables guests to tag their luggage through the airline’s mobile app before they even reach the airport.
Hawaiian Airlines to Begin Service Between Hawai’i and the Cook Islands
Hawaiian Airlines will connect the Hawaiian Islands with the Cook Islands starting in May 2023 with a weekly flight between Honolulu (HNL) and Rarotonga (RAR). The service, which launches May 20, in time for the U.S. summer travel season, will provide travelers from Hawaiian’s 15 U.S. Mainland gateway cities convenient one-stop connections to the Cook Islands.
Oman Air introduces low-cost fare option designed for passengers who travel light
Continuing to meet the evolving needs of its passengers, Oman Air has introduced Super Saver, a brand-new category of Economy Class fare that offers greater choice and more value than ever.
SAUDIA Diamond sponsor and official airline partner of the WTTC Global Summit
SAUDIA has announced it is proud to be the Diamond Sponsor and Official Airline Partner of the 22nd Global Summit of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), taking place in King Abdul Aziz International Conference Centre in Riyadh from November 28th – December 1st, 2022, under the theme “Travel for a Better Future”
QANTAS LAUNCHES THOUSANDS OF POINTS PLANES TO COASTAL DESTINATIONS OVER SUMMER
Qantas Frequent Flyers looking for a summer holiday can take advantage of more than 225,000 reward seats to coastal destinations in Qantas’ biggest ever release of Points Plane flights.
Airbus Summit to take place on 30 November and 1 December 2022
The 2022 edition of the Airbus Summit will take place over two days on 30 November and 1 December. Building on the momentum of the 2021 Summit, this year’s event will seek to showcase the tangible progress and achievements made by the aerospace sector as it gathers pace towards a more sustainable future.
Emirates reimagines retail travel experience
Emirates has today officially opened its ‘Emirates World’ retail store experience in the heart of Jumeirah, one of Dubai’s most vibrant communities. Located in Jumeirah Town Centre, the airline’s redesigned 3,000 square foot retail store is an open and fluid space for customers to shop for all of their travel needs in a lounge-like environment.
Qatar Airways to Resume Flights to Taif, Saudi Arabia with Three Weekly Flights Starting 3 January
Qatar Airways to Resume Flights to Taif, Saudi Arabia with Three Weekly Flights Starting 3 January 2023
Middle East Asia-Pacific to account for 58% of global air passengers by 2040
Air passenger demand is likely to double globally over the next 20 years, with Asia-Pacific and the Middle East accounting for 58 percent of the volume, according to a report by Airports Council International.