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Virgin Atlantic links with LanzaTech for aviation fuel trials
Virgin Atlantic has announced the development of a world-first low carbon aviation fuel with just half the carbon footprint of the standard fossil fuel alternative. According to the carrier, the partnership with LanzaTech represents a “breakthrough in aviation fuel technology” that will see waste gases from industrial steel production being captured, fermented and chemically converted using Swedish Biofuels technology for use as a jet fuel.
Branson calls for greater focus on green energy
Sir Richard Branson has said the world faces “the mother of all recessions” unless much more is done to encourage the development of renewable energy. Addressing delegates at the third annual Six Senses Slow Life Symposium at Soneva Fushi in the Maldives, the founder and chairman of the Virgin Group said governments had to provide additional incentives to support the adoption of alternative fuel sources.
Virgin pledges commitment to Caribbean
Virgin Atlantic has revealed plans to expand its Caribbean routes, despite fears that the sharp rise in Air Passenger Duty (APD) could deter Brits from travelling to the islands.
Grey Goose links with Virgin Atlantic for Heathrow Clubhouse
Grey Goose vodka and Virgin Atlantic have announced the opening of the world’s best airport bar – the Grey Goose Loft at the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at London Heathrow. World renowned DJ Pete Tong opened the Grey Goose Loft playing a set to Upper Class passengers and paving the way for future guest DJs to play in the lounge.
Back in Black: Virgin Atlantic reports a full-year profit
Virgin Atlantic has recorded a pre-tax profit of £18.5 million for the financial year, but warned rising fuel costs and weakening consumer confidence in the UK could take a toll in coming months. Revenues at the carrier – which was last year recognised as the World’s Leading Airline Business Class and World’s Leading Transatlantic Airline by the the World Travel Awards - grew 13 per cent to £2.7 billion.
Virgin Atlantic gets you in the mood…
New mood lighting has been introduced into the cabins of Virgin Atlantic’s latest A330 aircraft to encourage relaxing, stress-free air travel for its passengers whilst also making them look more attractive.
Virgin Atlantic calls for rebalancing of Air Passenger Duty
Long-haul air passengers are subsidising their short-haul counterparts to the tune of hundreds of millions of pounds annually due to the design of the Air Passenger Duty system. That is according to Virgin Atlantic, which today released data suggesting the figure could be as high as £222 million annually.
Virgin Atlantic strike threat lifted
The threat of strike action by pilots at Virgin Atlantic has been lifted by the union BALPA following a new pay offer. Balpa said it will present the new deal to its members in the coming weeks, although details have not been announced.
Branson makes final plea to Virgin pilots ahead of strike
Sir Richard Branson has warned that striking Virgin Atlantic pilots would leave “an indelible scar on the company”. Balpa, the pilots’ union, is set to announce strike dates from Tuesday unless a dispute over pay is resolved.
Virgin Atlantic confirms new Cancun route
Virgin Atlantic has announced the launch of a new route between London and Cancun, Mexico. Last year Virgin Atlantic was recognised by the prestigious World Travel Awards as offering the World’s Leading Airline Business Class.
Richard Branson’s Virgin Atlantic urges APD rethink
Passengers could be paying an extra £1 billion a year in increased Air Passenger Duty, Sir Richard Branson’s airline Virgin Atlantic has warned. The carrier said APD raised £2 billion in 2010 but that this figure could rise to £3 billion a year under new government proposals.
Virgin Atlantic launches flights to Cancun for 2012
Today, Virgin Atlantic announced the launch of a new route between London and Cancun, Mexico starting next summer. The twice weekly service will begin on 12 June 2012 and will see up to 94,000 Virgin Atlantic customers travelling between London and Cancun in the first year.