Source: Qantas The Qantas Group has today announced Vanessa Hudson will become the next CEO and Managing Director, taking over from Alan Joyce when he retires in November 2023. Ms Hudson is currently the Group’s Chief Financial Officer and has worked in a number of executive positions across the Group over 28 years, including Chief Customer Officer and Senior Vice President for Qantas across the Americas and New Zealand. Ms Hudson will continue in her current role while also being CEO designate and joining the Board, before taking over as the company’s 13th CEO in 103 years following the 2023 Annual General Meeting. An announcement on a new CFO will be made in the months ahead. Chairman Richard Goyder said the [...]

Source: Delta Air Lines Delta’s always-on work to advance its purpose is on full display in the airline’s 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance Report. The latest data, insights and examples of how Delta is delivering meaningful progress in Safety, People and Culture, Environmental Sustainability and Community Impact clearly illustrate Delta’s purpose behind its business. Delta’s recently released 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance report shares example after example of how the global airline is holding itself accountable to create a safer, more equitable workplace that reflects the communities it serves while pushing forward a more sustainable future. “As our business soared toward recovery in 2022, we never lost sight of our goals to support the communities where we live, work and serve,” said [...]

Source: Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines published its 2023 Corporate Kuleana (Responsibility) report describing the carrier’s progress on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities. In the past year, Hawaiʻi’s hometown airline has advanced its sustainability goals to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, reduce single-use plastics from cabin service and offer more locally sourced food onboard. Hawaiian’s decarbonization roadmap includes interim targets to lower GHG emissions and focuses heavily on replacing petroleum jet fuel with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Hawaiian is purchasing 50 million gallons of SAF from biofuel company Gevo, Inc., starting in 2029. Among its near-term commitments, the airline is seeking to decrease life-cycle jet fuel emissions per revenue ton mile by 45% by 2035 and replace 10% of conventional jet fuel [...]

Source: WestJet Direct flight from Calgary to Japan marks first time WestJet has touched down in Asia WestJet celebrated on 30 April 2023 the departure of flight WS80 from YYC Calgary International Airport to Tokyo's Narita International Airport. The airline's first-ever service to Asia marks an important milestone for WestJet as the airline reaffirms its Western Canadian growth strategy and commitment to strengthening Alberta's vibrant visitor economy. "We are thrilled to see our new service to Tokyo, Japan take flight as we welcome our newest destination to our 787 intercontinental hub at YYC," said John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer. "Not only does this new route increase opportunities for business, leisure and cargo customers to expand their horizons in Asia, it also provides an exceptional opportunity to [...]

Source: Southwest Airlines As they announced earlier this year, the union representing Southwest's Pilots has called for an authorization vote as a contract negotiating tactic, one that has been used by several airline unions within the last twelve months. The call for a vote is not an indication of a pending work stoppage or a disruption to Southwest's scheduled service. The Southwest Team is committed to delivering a safe and reliable travel experience to Customers. "SWAPA's authorization vote will not affect Southwest's operation or our ability to take care of our Customers," said Adam Carlisle, Vice President Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines. "Our negotiations continue, with talks resuming this week, and we'll keep working with the assistance of the National [...]

Source: WestJet Transaction signals bright future for WestJet Group's ambitious growth strategy and creates new opportunities for leisure and sun travel across Canada WestJet Group and Sunwing to maintain independent operations, while working collaboratively to combine complementary strategies for a gradual and effective transition The WestJet Group today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines. The transaction, originally announced in March 2022, combines the two Canadian aviation and leisure travel success stories, and will bring greater choice, competitive airfares and increased direct access to sun destinations to Canadian travellers. In addition, it positions Sunwing to continue its growth across Canada and permits the newly merged company to protect jobs. Initially, the airlines will continue [...]

Souce: Air Canada Aeroplan members can now earn points on grocery and retail deliveries with Uber Eats Introduction of grocery and retail deliveries marks the latest expansion of multi-year partnership between Aeroplan and Uber Canada launched in 2021 5X limited time launch offer on their next grocery or retail delivery order through the end of May Aeroplan is pleased to announce the latest evolution of its loyalty partnership with Uber Canada, giving Aeroplan members the opportunity to earn even more from linking their Aeroplan with their Uber/Uber Eats account in Canada. Starting May 3, Aeroplan members can earn 1 Aeroplan point per $1 spent on eligible orders in the Grocery and Retail sections of the Uber Eats app, with no minimum spend required. The launch [...]

Source: Caribbean Airlines Reggae Sumfest 2023 is scheduled to take place from July 16-22, and promises to be a spectacular showcase of Caribbean music, entertainment, food, and culture Caribbean Airlines Limited, a leading regional airline with over 16 years of excellence in air travel, is proud to announce its partnership as the presenting sponsor of Reggae Sumfest, the largest music festival in Montego Bay, Jamaica and the Caribbean. Reggae Sumfest which is celebrating its 30th year, has evolved into a week-long series of diverse activities including an Artisan Village and the Sumfest Mall which will have authentic Jamaican crafted items on sale. This exciting partnership will extend for the next two years and will be prominently showcased through a special decal on one [...]

Source: WestJet Today, WestJet and Unifor, the certified union representing WestJet airport employees at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. "WestJet is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that recognizes the important contributions of our valued airport employees at YYZ," said Diederik Pen, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer. "Our airport employees play an integral role in supporting our operations and this settlement reflects WestJet's commitment to supporting them as they continue to provide the friendly, reliable service our guests know and expect of the WestJet Group."