Category Archives: Airports

Jet Aviation completes acquisition of KLM Jet Center at Amsterdam and Rotterdam International Airports

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Basel, Switzerland, 2018-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Aviation announced today (October 1, 2018) that it has completed its acquisition of KLM Jet Center, a leading provider of comprehensive FBO/Handling services at Amsterdam and Rotterdam International Airports. With a new flagship operation and presence at two of Europe’s top airports, the KLM Jet Center acquisition represents… Read the full press release

SITA and Wipro to deliver airport collaborative decision making (A-CDM) solution for Toronto Pearson International Airport

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Project will facilitate the first-ever deployment of Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) in North America Toronto, Canada, 2018-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — SITA, the air transport industry’s technology provider, today (01 October 2018) announced that it is delivering an airport collaborative decision making (A-CDM) solution for Toronto Pearson International Airport, in partnership with Wipro Limited, a… Read the full press release

Norwegian launches new flights connecting Buenos Aires to six domestic routes in Argentina

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Travelling onward from Buenos Aires to discover the beauty of Argentina is now easier and better value than ever before thanks to Norwegian The new routes will connect Buenos Aires with Córdoba, Mendoza, Iguazú, Bariloche, Neuquén and Salta Flights on selected routes commence from 16th October 2018 Flights will be operated by a modern and efficient… Read the full press release

Brussels Airport celebrates 60th anniversary with new campaign featuring Belgian celebrities

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Brussels, Belgium, 2018-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — To mark its 60th anniversary celebrations, Brussels Airport has called on various Belgian celebrities who are recognised beyond Belgium’s borders to launch its new nationwide campaign in our major cities. Pierre Marcolini, Kevin Borlée, Elodie Ouédraogo, Pascale Naessens and Blanche are just some of the big names who… Read the full press release

London Gatwick to open sensory room for its passengers with autism, dementia, cognitive impairment or other special needs

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New, free to use facility provides a calming space for passengers with special needs to relax in before their flight Interactive zone full of light and sound also designed to stimulate senses, improve memory, motor skills and encourage learning New sensory room follows opening of new ‘premium style’ lounge – the biggest in Europe –… Read the full press release

Toronto Pearson International Airport and NPower Canada to help connect Peel Region youth to meaningful careers

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TORONTO, CANADA, 2018-Oct-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Toronto Pearson International Airport and NPower Canada are partnering to provide 120 low-income young adults in Peel Region with free technical and professional skills training, job placement and career laddering services. The $50,000 grant from the airport will help connect students to meaningful careers and assist with addressing… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines expands codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines

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Tokyo, Japan, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) today (September 27, 2018) announced a new nonstop daily flight between Tokyo-Narita and Seattle, which starts March 31, 2019*. As part of this announcement, JAL and Alaska Airlines agreed on the expansion of their codeshare partnership for flights via Seattle-Tacoma International airport (SEA). “We are… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines and American Airlines announce the introduction of the Seattle-Narita route

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Tokyo, Japan, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL), together with its Pacific Joint Business partner American Airlines, today (September 27, 2018) announced that the carrier will expand its trans-Pacific network with service between Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), starting March 31, 2019*. This will be JAL’s sixth… Read the full press release

flydubai Cargo introduces live animal transportation across its network

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flydubai Cargo has announced today that it will begin to offer live animal transportation across its network.  Service to include door to door transportation and the option to book return flights for pets and other live animals Dubai UAE, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai Cargo has announced today (September 30, 2018) that it… Read the full press release

flydubai recognised with CEO Middle East Award for ‘Aviation CEO of the Year’ and APEX Awards for ‘Best Cabin Innovation’ and ‘Best Passenger Comfort Innovation’

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On behalf of the efforts and hard work of the flydubai team, Ghaith Al Ghaith, received the ‘Aviation CEO of the Year’ award flydubai recognised for ‘Best Cabin Innovation’ and ‘Best Passenger Comfort Innovation’ Dubai UAE, Country, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai-based airline flydubai was recognised in the ‘Aviation CEO of the Year’… Read the full press release

Aberdeen International Airport begins consultation with local communities on aviation-related noise

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Aberdeen, UK, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Aberdeen International Airport is to liaise with members of the public, local authorities and other key stakeholders as part of a consultation which will set out proposed measures to manage and mitigate the impact of aviation-related noise. Local communities will be invited to provide their views on the… Read the full press release

SITA: Airlines and airports are investing to deliver secure and easy travel for passengers, with biometric technology a key priority

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SITA CEO says collaboration is key to deliver secure and easy travel Budapest, Hungary, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Airlines and airports are investing to deliver secure and easy travel for passengers, with biometric technology a key priority. This is according to research released today by global IT provider SITA. The SITA 2018 Air Transport IT… Read the full press release

Wizz Air introduces SITA WorldTracer® to speed up the repatriation of mishandled bags to passengers

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WorldTracer remains the most widely used system to track mishandled bags globally.  Budapest, Hungary, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — In a commitment to improve baggage services, Wizz Air, the fastest growing airline in Europe and the leading low cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, has introduced SITA WorldTracer® to speed up the repatriation of mishandled… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport welcomes Ryanair’s biggest ever summer 2019 schedule

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MANCHESTER, UK, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair has launched its biggest ever Manchester summer schedule (2019), with 6 new routes to Bordeaux, Gothenburg, Marrakech, Marseille, Nantes & Thessaloniki (63 in total), which will deliver more than 5.4m customers p.a. through Manchester Airport, as Ryanair grows its Manchester traffic by 6% Ryanair’s Manchester S19 schedule… Read the full press release

Sheremetyevo ranked 36th among the top 50 International Megahubs by OAG

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MOSCOW, Russia, 2018-Oct-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport is the only Russian airport that entered the top 50 International Megahubs. According to the OAG Megahubs International Index Sheremetyevo ranked 36th among the top 50 International Megahubs and 10th among the Top International Megahubs by Region Europe, Middle East and Africa. The leaders of… Read the full press release

Ryanair launches new bases at Bordeaux and Marseille as part of its Summer 2019 schedule

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4 New Aircraft For France, $400m Investment DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (27 Sept) announced significant expansion in France, launching 2 new bases at Bordeaux and Marseille as part of its Summer 2019 schedule, with 2 new based aircraft for each airport (a total investment of $400m) and… Read the full press release

Ryanair launches its biggest ever Manchester summer 2019 schedule

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6 New Routes (63 In Total), 5.4m Customers P.A. (Up 6%) DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (27 Sep) launched its biggest ever Manchester summer schedule (2019), with 6 new routes to Bordeaux, Gothenburg, Marrakech, Marseille, Nantes & Thessaloniki (63 in total), which will deliver more than 5.4m customers… Read the full press release

Choice Hotels breaks ground on Cambria Hotel Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport slated to open in 2019

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ROCKVILLE, Md., 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) and C&O Bloomington, LLC have broken ground on the Cambria Hotel Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport. Slated to open in 2019, the five-story, 170-room hotel is one of three Cambria hotels in the Minneapolis area, joining the Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Maple Grove and the upcoming Cambria Hotel Downtown Minneapolis. Located at… Read the full press release

Wizz Air increases the number of weekly flights to Gdansk to three from Aberdeen International Airport

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Aberdeen, UK, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The number of weekly flights to one of Aberdeen International Airport’s most popular destinations is set to be expanded. From 31 March next year, Wizz Air will increase the number of weekly flights to Gdansk from two to three, adding in an extra Thursday flight to its Tuesday… Read the full press release

British Airways starts direct flights to Osaka, Japan from March 31, 2019

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways customers are set to soak up Osaka next summer as the airline is launching direct flights to Japan’s second largest city. The four-per-week service takes off from March 31, 2019 with flights departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and landing into Osaka’s Kansai International Airport. The new route takes… Read the full press release

British Airways to launch new three-times-a-day flights from London City Airport to Munich

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LONDON, UK, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways is to launch new three-times-a-day flights from London City Airport to the Bavarian beer capital of Munich next year. The year-round flights, which start on February 16, means British Airways will offer four German routes from London City, with each-way hand baggage only fares to Munich from £59. As well… Read the full press release

Belfast City Airport partners with the Cancer Fund for Children to provide the Travel for Treatment grant to families with sick children

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BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Belfast City Airport has partnered with the Cancer Fund for Children to provide families with sick children access to the Travel for Treatment grant. Those who need specialised care, such as a bone marrow transplant, often have to travel to England for procedures that are not available… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces new routes connecting Seattle and San Diego to El Paso, Texas this winter

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New routes will connect Seattle and San Diego to the West Texas city starting this winter Seattle, Washington, 2018-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines announced today (Sep 27, 2018) it will begin daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and El Paso International Airport, along with daily nonstop service between El Paso and San Diego International Airport. El Paso is a… Read the full press release

NATO and EUROCONTROL to work closer together to enhance flight efficiency, airspace capacity and military mission effectiveness

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Brussels, Belgium, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Mr Camille Grand, Assistant Secretary General for Defence Investment of NATO and Mr Eamonn Brennan, Director General of EUROCONTROL want to intensify the collaboration between NATO and EUROCONTROL to master current and future challenges for civil and military aviation. Today (24 September 2018) they agreed to work closer… Read the full press release

CANSO and EUROCONTROL to jointly address challenges posed by the growth in European air traffic

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Brussels, Belgium, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — At a high-level CEO meeting yesterday, senior representatives of the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) in Europe and the Director General of EUROCONTROL discussed how the two organisations can work more closely to address the pressing issues of airspace capacity across Europe. The meeting focused on… Read the full press release

Washington Dulles International Airport welcomes new Cathay Pacific Airways’ nonstop service between Washington, D.C. and Hong Kong

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Longest nonstop route in airline’s network dedicated by international, state and local officials Washington, D.C., 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Government and travel industry leaders from Hong Kong and across the Washington, D.C., region gathered at Washington Dulles International Airport Tuesday to celebrate the launch of Cathay Pacific Airways’ nonstop service between Dulles and… Read the full press release

Halifax Stanfield to replace standard screening lines with CATSA Plus security screening lines

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Domestic & International Departing Passengers Asked to Arrive Early due to Ongoing Construction Nova Scotia, Canada, 2018-Sep-27 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its Master Plan and to accommodate passenger growth, Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) continues to renovate the airport to enhance security and improve the passenger experience at Halifax Stanfield. With construction continuing… Read the full press release

Scanian of the Year Andreas Granqvist portrait unveiled in the Welcome to My Hometown gallery at Malmö Airport

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Stockholm, Sweden, 2018-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Scanian of the Year 2018, named by the readers of the Swedish daily Kvällsposten, is the favourite of the whole of Sweden – “Granen”, Andreas Granqvist, who plays football with Helsingborgs IF and has been captain of the Swedish national men’s team since 2016. Today he was on hand at… Read the full press release

Heathrow invests in the restoration of UK peatlands to offset carbon emissions

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Lancashire nature reserve is first peatland restoration chosen by Heathrow as carbon offsetting project Heathrow plans for the airport to be carbon neutral by 2020, and eventually for its infrastructure to be zero carbon by 2050 Heathrow research into peatland restoration could help UK aviation industry fulfil its international carbon commitments   Terminal 2 becomes one… Read the full press release

Airport Authority Hong Kong acquires the rights and equity interest in AsiaWorld-Expo Management from IEC Investments Limited

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HONG KONG, 2018-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today (24 September 2018) announced that it has acquired the rights and equity interest held by IEC Investments Limited, and the ownership of AsiaWorld-Expo Management Limited (the Acquisitions), at a total price of HK$900 million. In 2003, in order to develop the… Read the full press release