All Nippon Airways News Page 6
ANA helps with Japan’s recovery
As Japan begins rebuilding after the devastating earthquake and tsunami of 11 March, All Nipon Airways is playing a key role in operating relief flights. BTN talks to Katsuji Kitazawa, ANA’s Head of UK Sales, about the current situation.
End of the Affair; JAL decommissions Boeing 747s
Japan Airlines International has confirmed it will decommission its last two remaining Boeing 747 jumbojets, ending over 40 years of affinity with the aircraft. Two Boeing 747s were greeted by crowds as they arrived at Narita airport late yesterday, with staff on board wearing uniforms from a bygone era.
All Nippon Airlines voices Dreamliner concerns
Officials at All Nippon Airways have expressed concerns over latest delays to the Boeing Dreamliner 787 project. Already two years behind schedule, a fire during recent testing is likely to push the project further back, prompting ANA chief executive Shinichiro Ito to expressed his “great disappointment”.
Profits up at All Nippon Airways
All Nippon Airways has reported a sharp increase in profits for the second quarter as a surge in international passenger traffic boosts demand. The airline – the largest in Asia in terms of sales - posted a net profit of ¥18.5 billion over the period, compared with ¥3.8 billion the previous year.
Japan gears up for aviation boom
Japan’s transport ministry has granted antitrust immunity for Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways to cooperate with partners on U.S. flights, paving the way for deals that may cut costs and boost sales. Meanwhile, Tokyo’s Haneda airport has opened a new runway and passenger terminal, as the capital sets its sights on becoming an Asian aviation hub.
Diplomatic spat hits Japan air travel
An ongoing diplomatic spat between Japan and China has hit air travel between the two neighbouring Asian giants. Following a row between Tokyo and Beijing over disputed islands in the East China Sea some 11,000 trips on flights to China have been cancelled according to carriers.
DoT pushes for United, Continental and ANA tie-up
The U.S. Department of Transportation has proposed to grant antitrust immunity that would enable United Airlines, Continental Airlines and ANA to expand their alliance relationship.
US proposes Japan antitrust immunity
The United States department of transportation has mooted antitrust immunity for two aviation alliances offering services to Japan. The news comes on the same day British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia launched their long-awaited transatlantic tie-up.
ANA to launch low-cost carrier
Japanese airline All Nippon Airways has confirmed it is to launch a new low-cost carrier as demand for travel in Asia surges. Having secured financial backing from Hong Kong-based private equity firm First Eastern Investment Group, the Tokyo-based airline will establish “the first Japanese low-cost airline” in late 2011.
ANA to reduce international fuel surcharge from October 2010
ANA today applied to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to reduce its fuel surcharge on international flights from October 1, 2010.
Boeing prepares ground for Dreamliner delays
Just days ahead of its public launch, officials from Boeing have suggested its troubled Dreamliner aircraft may encounter further delays before it is delivered to carriers. All Nippon – the first airline scheduled to receive the aircraft – may now have to wait until early 2011.
ANA introduces women-only toilets
All Nippon Airways is introducing women-only lavatories on its international routes in response to “numerous requests for this service”. The Japanese carrier joins Korean Air as the only other commerical airline to offer such a service.