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Marine expert calls dry dock accident a mystery

: BTN News; Saturday, 25 March 2023

A marine expert says a US Navy vessel that 'fell over' at a dry dock in Scotland is "very unusual" and a mystery that needs careful investigation.

Two freeports okayed for Wales

: BTN News; Saturday, 25 March 2023

In Wales, bids from Celtic Freeport and Anglesey Freeport have been approved by the Welsh government.

Wizz sets out fleet growth plans

: BTN News; Saturday, 25 March 2023

Ultra-low-cost European air carrier Wizz Air says it plans to expand its fleet to more than 200 aircraft by the end of next year.
It also hopes to have a fleet of more than 500 aircraft by 2030.

ACCC grants Qantas, Emirates ‘interim okay’ to partner

: BTN News; Friday, 24 March 2023

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has granted interim authorisation to enable airlines Qantas Airways, Emirates and their related entities to continue coordinating their passenger and cargo transport operations while the ACCC assesses their substantive application for authorisation.

BTA 12 set for Singapore Expo Mar 28-30

: MICE News; Friday, 24 March 2023

BuildTech Asia (BTA), a platform for Asia Pacific’s building and construction industry, is back for its 12th edition from 28 – 30 March 2023 at Singapore Expo Hall 3.

Etihad faces greenwashing probe

: BTN News; Friday, 24 March 2023

UAE flag carrier Etihad has been accused of misleading customers through advertising that talked up its emissions reductions plans, with Australia’s consumer watchdog the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) considering action against the airline for alleged greenwashing.

UK rail strikes called off

: BTN News; Friday, 24 March 2023

The UK's RMT union has called off its two remaining 24-hour rail strikes on 30 March and 1 April.

Etihad boosts interline totals

: Health & Leisure; Thursday, 23 March 2023

UAE-based Etihad Airways has launched reciprocal interline partnerships with three new airline partners – Philippine Airlines, Austrian Airlines and Airlink South Africa, while re-launching interline links with Biman Bangladesh and codeshares with Air Seychelles and ITA Airways.

Gold Coast Airport tops a million passengers this year

: BTN News; Thursday, 23 March 2023

Australia’s Gold Coast Airport has recorded its busiest February since before Covid, with more than 429,000 passengers travelling through the terminal last month.

VivaTech set for Paris

: MICE News; Thursday, 23 March 2023

Viva Technology, Europe's startup and tech event, is back for its seventh edition from 14 to 17 June at Porte de Versailles in Paris.

Qantas revamps in-flight dining

: BTN News; Wednesday, 22 March 2023

Australian flag carrier Qantas is launching what it describes as "a significant menu enhancement program" with new meals and larger portions across all international travel classes.

Virgin Australia offers Samoa specials

: BTN News; Wednesday, 22 March 2023

To celebrate the resumption of services to Samoa, Virgin Australia has launched a 72-hour Samoa sale from Wednesday March 22, with return airfares from A$549 in Economy Lite.

‘Last Tourist’ doco shows tourism’s impact on the world

: BTN News; Wednesday, 22 March 2023

Launching in Australia today, March 21 on several video channels, award-winning documentary The Last Tourist addresses the real impact of mass tourism on 16 countries, spotlighting the sector’s impact on the environment, wildlife and vulnerable communities.