/2024

LAZ Enters Canadian Market With Contract to Manage Parking Services at Edmonton International Airport

Source: YEG The agreement marks an exciting first foray into the Canadian market for LAZ and will bring LAZ’s best- in-class services to Canadian customers and clients; people-first focus to new team members. LAZ Parking, the largest, fastest-growing privately owned parking operator in the United States, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract to manage parking services at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), the major air passenger and cargo facility serving the Edmonton Metropolitan Region of Alberta, Canada. The contract marks an exciting first foray into the Canadian market for LAZ and will bring LAZ’s best-in-class services to Canadian clients as well as the company’s people-first focus to new team members. “We are thrilled to have been [...]

2024-06-04T21:26:17+03:00June 3rd, 2024|AIRPORTS, News|
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IATA 2024 Diversity & Inclusion Award Winners​ 

Source: IATA The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the 2024 edition of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards: Inspirational Role Model: Kendra Kincade, CEO and Founder, Elevate Foundation High Flyer: Mafunase Ngosa Malenga, Founder and Managing Director, Southern Africa Institute of Aviation Science and Technology Diversity & Inclusion Team: British Airways The judging panel also awarded a special commendation in the High Flyer category to Hana Al Awahdi, Senior Vice President, Human Resources Business Partner for dnata. “The winners are true beacons of the change that is happening as diversity and inclusion entrenches itself as a strategic priority for the aviation industry. Their contributions to righting the gender balance in aviation are truly inspirational and deserving of [...]

2024-06-04T21:29:40+03:00June 3rd, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Rio de Janeiro to host over 2,000 business meetings in the aviation sector

Source: ALTA Did you know that 340,000 parts from around 400 suppliers are used to build a large aircraft? Aircraft are complex machines, where the most significant elements, such as the engine and wing sections, can comprise hundreds of thousands of individual parts. Recognizing the importance of this for operational efficiency and safety, the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) is organizing the region's largest forum on the subject. The event promotes nearly 2,000 mini-meetings with the participation of close to 500 executives from 240 supplier companies, as well as 132 representatives from 34 different airlines. From June 3 to 5, Rio de Janeiro will host the most popular event in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and technical [...]

2024-05-31T07:04:13+03:00May 31st, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Frontier Airlines Launches a Summer of Love Sale with Flights Including a Seat Assignment, Carry-on Bag and No Change Fees

Source: Frontier Airlines Fares start at $59 Business Bundle Featuring UpFront Plus Seating with Extra Leg and Elbow Room, a Guaranteed Empty Middle Seat, Two Checked Bags, and Board First with Guaranteed Overhead Bin Space from Only $104 Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines is inviting customers to 'feel the love' with a Summer of Love sale offering bundles that include a flight, a seat assignment,  carry-on bag, and free changes and cancellation starting at only $59*. Tickets can be purchased through 11.59pm eastern on June 6, 2024, for travel through June 15, 2024, as well as travel from Aug. 19 through Oct. 31, 2024. "With the recent debut of 'The New Frontier,' featuring transparent pricing and no change or cancel [...]

2024-05-31T07:06:11+03:00May 31st, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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TIACA Strengthens Cooperation with ACI with MoU

Source: TIACA The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) and Airports Council International (ACI) announce the signature of an MOU aimed at strengthening cooperation for the benefit of each of the associations members and the industry. The primary objective of the MoU is to improve the overall level of safety, efficiency and sustainability of cargo operations within the airport ecosystem for the benefit of the aviation industry and its related stakeholders. Key points of the MoU focus on: Development of joint advocacy programmes in the context of ICAO events, aimed at facilitating the sustainable growth and development of the aviation industry, with a focus on cargo; Cooperation in the establishment of joint programmes or mutual support of industry initiatives, in particular [...]

2024-05-31T07:07:26+03:00May 31st, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Turkish Airlines Unveils New Sleeping Set for its Guests

Source: Turkish Airlines Aiming to provide its passengers with a travel experience beyond their dreams, Turkish Airlines has revamped its sleeping sets designed for long-haul flights. Elevating Turkish hospitality to new heights, Turkish Airlines has introduced a new sleeping set that combines elegant designs with comfort. This new set prioritizes home-like comfort and warmth, aiming to offer a superior sleeping environment and an unmatched flight experience on transatlantic flights. The standout piece of the collection, the silk-light duvet, offers a unique sleeping experience with its velvet suede fabric surface and iconic Turkish Airlines’ FLOW pattern in light colors, creating a sense of freshness. The ergonomic mattress pad, designed to provide bed-like comfort onboard, complements the cabin's color scheme and contributes [...]

2024-05-31T07:09:06+03:00May 31st, 2024|AIRLINES, AROUND THE WORLD, News|
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Passenger Demand Up 11% in April according to IATA figures; Latin American carriers increased 14.5% the highest among all regions of the world

Source: IATA Latin American airlines saw a 14.5% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity climbed 13.5% year-on-year. The load factor rose to 84.1% (+0.7ppt compared to April 2023), the highest among the regions. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for April 2024 global passenger demand with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), was up 11.0% compared to April 2023. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 9.6% year-on-year. The April load factor was 82.4% (+1.0ppt compared to April 2023). International demand rose 15.8% compared to April 2023; capacity was up 14.8% year-on-year and the load factor improved to 82.2% (+0.7ppt on April 2023). Domestic demand rose 4.0% compared to April 2023; [...]

2024-05-31T07:13:51+03:00May 31st, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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Air Canada Proudly Renews its Partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee Until 2030

Source: Air Canada Air Canada is proud to #FlytheFlag as Team Canada's Official Airline for the next four Olympic and Paralympic Games, including Paris 2024 Airline kicks off a series of Olympic and Paralympic-themed activations with unveiling of special Boeing 777 livery Airline has also unveiled 10 Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors representing the best of Canadian values and sporting excellence Air Canada has renewed its partnership as the Official Airline of Team Canada. The new agreement, showcasing the airline's deep passion for sport and commitment to sharing the best of Canada with the world, extends through the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and includes Paris 2024. Adding to the excitement, Air Canada also unveiled at an event in [...]

2024-05-30T20:52:27+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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U.S.Air Travel Consumer Report: March 2024 Numbers

Source: US DOT The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today released its Air Travel Consumer Report (ATCR) on airline operational data compiled for the month of March 2024 for on-time performance, mishandled baggage, mishandled wheelchairs and scooters, and 1st quarter oversales. The ATCR is designed to assist consumers with information on the quality of services provided by airlines. For March 2024, 0.9% of flights were cancelled, lower than the 1.3% cancellation rate for March 2023 and the 2.0% cancellation rate for pre-pandemic March 2019.   DOT expects that airlines will operate flights as scheduled and that when they do not, airlines will provide consumers the services promised when a flight is cancelled or delayed because of an airline issue. After [...]

2024-05-30T20:58:58+03:00May 30th, 2024|News, ORGANISATIONS|
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With an Investment of EUR 90.5 Million, DHL Supply Chain Announces Partnership With Levu for a Domestic Air Transport Solution

Source: DHL Supply Chain     Project includes four aircraft for cargo transportation, the first of which will start operating in May 2024 The initial proposal is to make an express air connection between Campinas (SP), Recife (PE), Belém (PA) and Manaus (AM), with greater space availability to ensure that the goods will be boarded, and specialized cargo processing The domestic air route will also be used by DHL Express and DHL Global Forwarding, connecting with their international flights and with the DTA and DI processes, carried out through POLAR unit DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in warehousing and distribution, has just announced a partnership with Levu Air Cargo, a leading Brazilian cargo airline, to launch a domestic air [...]

2024-05-30T20:43:56+03:00May 30th, 2024|AIRLINES, News|
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