Daily Archives: December 8, 2024

Qantas Unveils Festive Fleet and Enhanced Travel Experience for Record-Breaking Holiday Season

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(IN SHORT) Qantas is enhancing the travel experience for millions of holiday travelers with festive offerings, including specially decorated aircraft such as the QantasLink Q400 ‘Dasher-8’ and Boeing 737 ‘Roo-dolph.’ Passengers flying on these aircraft in December will earn double points. Additionally, new seasonal menus featuring premium Australian produce, revamped beer selections, and festive cocktails… Read the full press release

Emirates Renews Partnership with Australian Open Until 2029, Launches Social Impact Initiative

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Emirates will remain the Official Airline of the Australian Open until 2029 As part of the renewal, Emirates and the Australian Tennis Foundation will also join forces to support social impact initiatives across Australia   Emirates returns to the Australian Open 2025 with a wealth of experiences hosted by Emirates, including Kids Tennis Day, Emirates Day… Read the full press release

Emirates to Launch Retrofitted Boeing 777 on Dubai-Vienna Route Starting January 2025

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(IN SHORT) Emirates will begin operating its retrofitted Boeing 777 on flights EK125/126 between Dubai and Vienna starting 3 January 2025, making Vienna the fourth European city to receive the enhanced aircraft. The Boeing 777 features Premium Economy, Business, and First Class with upgraded interiors and advanced amenities. Emirates has already rolled out 10 of… Read the full press release

dnata Logistics Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Warehouse to Strengthen Dubai’s Global Logistics Leadership

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Advanced warehouse to further enhance Dubai’s position as a leading global logistics hub Expansion represents an investment of AED 100 million (US$ 27 million) Facility designed with laser focus on sustainability (IN SHORT) dnata Logistics has begun construction on a new 57,000m² warehouse in Dubai South, representing a significant AED 100 million (US$ 27 million)… Read the full press release

Air India Aviation Academy at KidZania Sparks Passion for Aviation Among Young Learners

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Learn how the Air India Aviation Academy at KidZania is sparking a curiosity for aviation among young children through an immersive and engaging learning experience (IN SHORT) The Air India Aviation Academy at KidZania in Noida and Mumbai is offering children an immersive learning experience in aviation, allowing them to explore the roles of pilots… Read the full press release

Air India Implements Measures to Mitigate Winter Fog Disruptions and Enhance Passenger Experience

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(IN SHORT) Air India is taking proactive steps to minimize disruptions caused by the winter fog season in northern India, which impacts air traffic, particularly at its primary hub in Delhi. Measures include adjusting flight schedules, deploying additional staff at airports, and increasing the number of pilots certified for low-visibility operations. The airline has also… Read the full press release

Minor Hotels Achieves Milestone with 30 Platinum Green Growth 2050 Certifications, Expanding Sustainable Hospitality Efforts

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Resorts in Sri Lanka, Seychelles are latest to notch top Green Growth 2050 honours (IN SHORT) Minor Hotels has achieved a significant milestone, with 30 of its properties receiving the prestigious Green Growth 2050 Platinum certification. This includes new additions like Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort in Sri Lanka and Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas, marking… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines Invests in Heirloom Carbon Technologies to Advance Net Zero Goals

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(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines (JAL) has invested in Heirloom Carbon Technologies, a California-based leader in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, to advance its goal of achieving Net Zero CO2 Emissions by 2050. Heirloom’s innovative approach uses limestone’s natural ability to absorb atmospheric CO2, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for carbon removal. This investment complements… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines Strengthen Collaboration with New MoU to Enhance Global Cargo Operations

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(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways Cargo and Japan Airlines Cargo (JALCARGO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their partnership, enhancing cargo services and expanding network connectivity. The collaboration integrates the carriers’ hubs in Doha and Tokyo, providing customers with improved access to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Japan. Starting next… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines Launches Same-Day Baggage Delivery Service for Visitors at Haneda Airport

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(IN SHORT) Japan Airlines (JAL) has launched the “JAL Same-day Delivery Service” at Haneda Airport Terminal 3, enabling foreign visitors and Japanese residents to have their baggage delivered to hotels in 14 Tokyo districts on the same day. Operating from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the service allows travelers to explore Tokyo luggage-free, addressing issues… Read the full press release