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Gatwick to launch new biometrics trial alongside easyJet
Gatwick Airport has today announced the UK’s first trial of end-to-end biometrics - where personal data collected at the airport’s self-service bag drops will be recognised by new automated self-boarding gates - simplifying and speeding up the process for passengers and reducing the risk of human error.
easyJet showcases Airbus A320neo at Manchester Airport
easyJet is showcasing the airbus A320neo at Manchester Airport. The neo brings significant environmental and operational benefits – up to 15 per cent savings in fuel burn and CO2 emissions, and a reduced noise footprint of 50 per cent on take-off and landing phase.
easyJet sees passenger numbers rise as rivals falter
easyJet has welcomed a 14.4 per cent rise in revenue in the three months to December 31st. Figures at the Luton-based low-cost carrier were buoyed by the collapse of rivals Monarch, airberlin and Alitalia, and the impact of mass flight cancellations at Ryanair.
easyJet forms pet-sitting partnership with TrustedHousesitters
TrustedHousesitters has teamed up with easyJet to form a partnership that will make it easier for animal lovers to travel the world. Under the new deal, easyJet customers will be able to choose a free, verified house sitter for their pet or find free accommodation as a house sitter when booking flights on easyJet.com.
easyJet partners with Collinson Group for new insurance products
easyJet now offers customers dynamic travel insurance solutions in partnership with Collinson Group, a global leader in shaping and influencing customer behaviour, and underwritten by Zurich Insurance. The low-cost carrier is looking to significantly change the way travel insurance is sold to customers.
OAG: Japan Airlines leads world in aviation punctuality
Japan Airlines has led the world in on-time performance, according to OAG, a provider of flight information. Some 85 per cent of the carrier’s flights arrived on time last year, closely followed by All Nippon Airways, with 84 per cent, and Delta Air Lines, on 83 per cent.
Santa stopped by airport security ahead of maiden flight
The world’s most famous pilot – Santa Claus - will be taking to the skies this Christmas on board in-flight grottos, giving lucky passengers a festive surprise. However, this morning at Gatwick airport, Santa was stopped by airport security as staff inspected his sack of presents before he was allowed to make his maiden flight on board an easyJet Airbus A320.
easyJet launches first ever flight from Southampton
easyJet has launched its first ever flight from Southampton, to Geneva. The inaugural flight to the Swiss ski destination took off this morning with Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards watching on.
easyJet to expand operations at London Southend Airport next summer
easyJet has announced it will operate four new routes to Bordeaux, Prague, and Dubrovnik and Pula in Croatia from London Southend Airport in 2018.
easyJet launches new car rental website in partnership with HolidayTaxis
easyJet has launched a new airport transfers booking portal, in partnership with HolidayTaxis Group, making it easier for customers to book the best deals and fastest transfer times to get to and from the airport.
Lundgren to lead easyJet as McCall departs
UK-based low-cost carrier easyJet has confirmed it has appointed former TUI Group deputy chief executive Johan Lundgren as its new chief executive officer. He will replace Carolyn McCall who will step down at the end of the month to lead ITV.
easyJet to acquire airberlin operations at Tegel Airport in Berlin
easyJet today signed an agreement with airberlin to acquire part of its operations at Berlin Tegel Airport for a purchase consideration of €40 million. This excludes potential start-up and transitional operating costs.