China Air Cargo Summit set for Shanghai
- MICE News
- Tuesday, 24 September 2024
The 18th China Air Cargo Summit is taking place from November 19-21, 2024 in Shanghai, bringing together more than 300 leaders and decision-makers from the industry.
Southwest apologises to employees for looming changes
- BTN News
- Monday, 23 September 2024
US_based Southwest Airlines has told employees that its drive to restore previously-solid profit levels means "tough decisions" as part of attempts to counter demands from activist investor Elliott Investment Management.
Jetlines declares bankruptcy
- BTN News
- Monday, 23 September 2024
After two years in the air, Canada's ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Canada Jetlines has declared bankruptcy, following rivals Lynx Air and Swoop.
Intending passengers are advised to contact their card companies for instructions.
Alaska to hold investor meeting in December
- BTN News
- Monday, 23 September 2024
Oneworld alliance member Alaska Air Group is to hold an Investor Day presentation in New York City on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 to share information about its business plan and shared future with Hawaiian Airlines – including higher estimated acquisition synergies.
Starlux to seek oneworld membership
- BTN News
- Monday, 23 September 2024
Taiwan-based Starlux Airlines wants to become a member of the oneworld marketing alliance, with ceo Glen Chai saying it plans to apply before the end of 2025 if Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific allows it (Cathay has veto rights against new members joining).
Sweden to loosen climate strings
- BTN News
- Monday, 23 September 2024
Campaigners accuse the Swedish government of planning to cut a 2018 flight tax that aimed to cut pollution from aviation.
ACE 2024 set for October 7-9
- MICE News
- Saturday, 21 September 2024
The air cargo and logistics sector meeting ACE 2024 Central Europe scheduled for October 7-9, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary will run alongside the 7th edition of BUD Air Cargo Day, organised by Budapest Airport.
Play inks Sabre deal
- BTN News
- Saturday, 21 September 2024
Icelandic low-cost carrier Play Airlines has signed a multi-year distribution agreement with Sabre, giving Sabre-connected travel agencies access to Play's flights across North America and Europe.
ACI World publishes 2024 airport traffic report
- MICE News
- Saturday, 21 September 2024
Airports trade association Airports Council International (ACI) World has released its 2024 Annual World Airport Traffic Report that says passenger traffic in 2024 will reach 9.5 billion.
Pertamina keeps a focus on SAF
- BTN News
- Saturday, 21 September 2024
In Indonesia, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga is expanding its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) program.
Semelas returns to Airbus
- BTN News
- Saturday, 21 September 2024
Airbus has named Gabriel Semelas its president, Africa and the Middle East, effective January 1, 2025.
Qatar launches ex-Australia sale
- BTN News
- Thursday, 19 September 2024
Doha-based Qatar Airways is offering Australian travellers a sale covering many of its most popular destinations, including London, Dublin, Nice, Lisbon, New York and the Seychelles.
JAL offers 'free' domestic add on
- BTN News
- Thursday, 19 September 2024
Japan Airlines (JAL) plans to offer its arriving international customers free domestic flights as part of a plan to boost domestic traffic.
