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LATAM invests $100m in technological development
LAN Airlines and its affiliates and TAM Airlines, part of LATAM Airlines Group, have invested over US$100 million in technology projects this year to improve the passenger experience and facilitate the job of its workforce. As part of the first LAN and TAM e-d@y, an annual event to showcase the latest technological advances of LATAM Airlines Group, the airlines announced eight digital advances that seek to enhance the LAN and TAM Airlines passenger experience and provide better service before and during the flight.
LATAM reveals slip in review in third quarter
LATAM Airlines Group has announced its results for the third quarter of 2014, two and a half years after the merger between LAN Airlines and TAM SA. Total revenue for the third quarter of 2014 totalled US$3,141.3 million compared to US$3,360.7 million for the same period in 2013, while the operating margin fell to 3.8 per cent compared to 7.6 per cent in 2013.
LATAM opens largest aviation lounge in Latin America
LAN and TAM Airlines have opened LATAM Airlines Group’s first VIP Lounge in Sao Paulo’s Guarulhos Airport. The lounge is the largest in Latin America, spanning over 1,800 m². Located on the mezzanine floor of the departure area of the new Terminal 3 at the Guarulhos International Airport and with a privileged view of the airport, the lounge has capacity for 450 people.
LATAM Airlines Group launches new European sales push
LAN and TAM Airlines, members of the leading airline group in Latin America, LATAM Airlines Group, have launched a new marketing campaign entitled ‘Destination South America’. With a vivid image of the region at its heart, the campaign presents the very best of South America via four artistic creatives; from the most iconic sights and the rich culture, to the awe-inspiring landscapes and world class gastronomy of the region.
New home for LATAM airlines in Sao Paulo
TAM and LAN Airlines have begun transferring their international operations to the new Terminal 3 at Guarulhos International Airport in Sao Paulo today. Meanwhile, TAM has begun to transfer its domestic operations from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2. The move is expected to be concluded by October 10th and will provide passengers with greater comfort, while also positioning Guarulhos Airport as LATAM Airlines Group’s largest international hub.
New European commercial director for LATAM
LATAM Airlines Group, the leading airline group in South America, has announced the appointment of Catalina Nannig as the new European commercial director, reporting directly to the European managing director. Chilean born, Nannig holds a degree in business management as well as an MBA from Harvard Business School.
LATAM Airlines outlines international expansion plans for 2015
LATAM Airlines Group, the largest airline group in South America, has announced plans to launch new international flights in 2015. This initiative will strengthen the connectivity offered by the group in Latin America, North America and Europe. In Europe, the end of 2015 will see a new daily route launch between Milan and Santiago de Chile, via Sao Paulo.
LAN expands codeshare operations with Qantas
LAN, a member of LATAM Airlines Group, and Qantas, both members of the oneworld airline alliance, have reinforced their codeshare agreement and will begin offering flights within Oceania and South America. Passengers flying with LAN from Santiago de Chile to Sydney will have access via Qantas to a broad network of cities in Australia: Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Darwin, Hobart and Alice Springs.
LATAM releases first combined sustainability report
LATAM Airlines Group has released its first combined sustainability report since the merger between LAN and TAM. The report details important information about the airline group’s social, economic and environmental performance in 2013.
TAM Airlines offsets FIFA World Cup carbon emissions
In an innovative move, TAM Airlines, part of LATAM Airlines Group, has announced it has offset a total of 100,000 tons of greenhouse gases, equating to five times the emissions caused by the addition of 750 domestic flights to TAM’s network for the World Cup. The initiative involves the acquisition of premium carbon credits developed by Sustainable Carbon – Projetos Ambientais, a consultancy firm specialising in solutions for climate change.
LATAM Airlines Group sees profits increase for fourth quarter
LATAM Airlines Group has announced an operating profit of $234.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2013, which represents an increase of 166 per cent compared to the $88.3 million achieved in the fourth quarter of 2012. The operating margin for the group was 6.9 per cent, up 4.4 points compared to the same period in 2012.
LATAM prepares for World Cup with new flights
LAN and TAM Airlines, part of LATAM Airlines Group, the largest airline group in South America, have announced the addition of over 300 new international flights to support demand during the World Cup this summer. The markets with the highest increase in flights to Brazil are Argentina, Chile and the UK.