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Emirates Opens Flagship Retail Outlet in Jongno-gu to Celebrate 20 Years of Seoul–Dubai Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Emirates has opened its first Travel Store in Seoul’s Jongno-gu district, delivering an immersive retail environment that mirrors the airline’s premium onboard experience. The 132 sqm space, designed with soft beige tones, ambient lighting and the UAE’s Ghaf Tree motif, features a full-scale First Class Private Suite, dedicated travel consultancy counters and smart… Read the full news article

dnata Catering & Retail and PT IAS Hospitality Indonesia Partner to Boost Denpasar Inflight Catering Capacity

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(IN SHORT) dnata Catering & Retail and PT IAS Hospitality Indonesia have formed a strategic partnership under which dnata will manage and support IAS Food Services’ inflight catering operations at Denpasar International Airport. The 3,005 sqm facility, currently producing over 3.8 million meals per year, will benefit from dnata’s global best practices to expand capacity,… Read the full news article

Wizz Air Introduces My Journey Mobile Feature to Centralize Real-Time Flight Tracking and Claims

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(IN SHORT) Wizz Air is launching “My Journey,” a new mobile app feature that centralizes flight tracking, disruption assistance and alternative-travel options. As summer 2025 air traffic in Europe outpaces 2024 by 5% and pre-Covid volumes, the app consolidates status updates (check-in, gate, boarding), eligibility for meal vouchers, hotels or compensation, and the ability to… Read the full news article

Pink Jets Back Over Israel: Wizz Air Launches Early Flights to Tel Aviv with 31 000 Seats on Sale

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Wizz Air adds four new routes from North Macedonia to Italy, Germany and Denmark

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air has moved up its Tel Aviv restart to 8 August 2025, more than a month earlier than the original 15 September date. Ten routes—connecting Tel Aviv with Budapest, Larnaca, Abu Dhabi, London Luton, Vienna, Bucharest, Iași, Rome, Milan and Sofia—will commence on various dates between 8 August and 1 September, offering… Read the full news article

Bombardier Opens Montreal Innovation and Design Centre to Accelerate Next-Generation Cabin Developments

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(IN SHORT) Bombardier’s new Innovation and Design Centre in Montreal marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to deliver continuous enhancements to its business aircraft cabins. Co-located with existing manufacturing facilities, the Centre houses a dedicated, confidential team and full-scale prototyping tools, enabling rapid testing and development of cabin innovations outside standard program constraints…. Read the full news article

Air Arabia Introduces Daily Sharjah–Munich Service with Airbus A320neo from December 2025

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(IN SHORT) Air Arabia will launch daily flights between Sharjah and Munich beginning 15 December 2025, using its Airbus A320neo fleet. Sharjah, located near Dubai and celebrated for its cultural attractions, will be linked directly to Munich Airport—Air Arabia’s inaugural German destination. The service enhances the carrier’s connectivity from Europe into its broader Middle East… Read the full news article

Cirium Names Wizz Air World’s Most Emissions-Efficient Airline as It Unveils 2025 Sustainability Report

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Wizz Air adds four new routes from North Macedonia to Italy, Germany and Denmark

(IN SHORT) Wizz Air EMEA has released its FY25 Sustainability Report—third-party verified and packed with measurable environmental gains. The airline recorded an industry-leading CO₂ intensity of 52.2 g per passenger-kilometre, powered by a fleet whose average age is under five years and heavily outfitted with fuel-saving GTF engines. Having trialled Sustainable Aviation Fuel on select… Read the full news article

Volaris Adds Three-Weekly Oakland–Zacatecas Flights to Expand Bay Area–Mexico Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Volaris has launched thrice-weekly nonstop flights between Oakland (OAK) and Zacatecas (ZCL), marking its sixth direct Mexican route from Oakland and complementing its service to San Salvador. Operating every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, the airline uses Airbus NEO aircraft equipped with options for premium and standard seating plus onboard purchases. The service enhances… Read the full news article

Edelweiss Air Launches Twice-Weekly Nonstop Flights Connecting Halifax Stanfield and Zurich

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(IN SHORT) Edelweiss Air has commenced non-stop service between Halifax Stanfield and Zurich, marking both the airport’s newest international carrier partnership and the first time Zurich appears on its route map. Operated twice weekly on Airbus A340-300 aircraft with 314 seats across three cabins, the flights will take approximately seven hours. Halifax joins Calgary and… Read the full news article

Blue Islands Kicks Off Seven-Week German Charter Service, Aiming for 33,000 Visitor Nights in Jersey

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(IN SHORT) Blue Islands has launched its 2025 inbound European charter programme by flying its first German holidaymakers from Erfurt and Münster/Osnabrück into Jersey. This marks the beginning of a seven-week series of flights from Germany—alongside charters from Austria, the Netherlands, and Switzerland—designed to deliver up to 33,000 visitor bed nights to the Channel Islands…. Read the full news article

AirJapan Unveils Gachapon-Style Summer Event with Exclusive Tags, Stickers, and Flight Vouchers

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(IN SHORT) From July 25 to August 31, 2025, AirJapan is hosting “Catch Your Summer Memories Onboard! AirJapan Gacha!” on Narita–Bangkok and Narita–Singapore flights. Passengers spending at least ¥2,000 on inflight meals or onboard shopping during their flight can participate in a Gachapon-style draw to win exclusive flight tags or stickers. Each route will also… Read the full news article

All Nippon Airways Selects NAOKI TAKIZAWA DESIGN, SETCHU and adidas to Redefine Uniforms for Flight, Hospitality and Support Staff

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(IN SHORT) All Nippon Airways has selected Naoki Takizawa (NAOKI TAKIZAWA DESIGN), Satoshi Kuwata (SETCHU), and adidas Japan to redesign uniforms across three core staff categories—Flight Operations, Hospitality, and Functional Departments—in time for the airline’s 75th anniversary in December 2027. The new apparel emphasizes ergonomic comfort, bespoke tailoring, and sports-grade performance, aiming to enhance employee… Read the full news article

Halifax International Airport Authority’s Enhanced International Connections Facility Accelerates Transfers and Expands Freight Capacity

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(IN SHORT) The Halifax International Airport Authority has unveiled its new International Connections Facility, allowing select international-to-domestic transfer passengers to stay within secure zones and skip baggage reclaims, thus accelerating connections and enhancing airport amenities access. The ICF also paves the way for increased belly-cargo capacity, improving freight links between Nova Scotia and overseas markets…. Read the full news article

How Do I Request A Name Change On Volaris Flight Ticket?

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Name Change On Volaris Flight

Required a name correction on your Volaris ticket? However, not aware of what should do next. Be relaxed, Volaris Airlines name change policy has your back. The policy is customer-centric and easy-to-understand, which surely helps travelers fix their name discrepancies in various situations.  Furthermore, the policy offers various mediums through which to begin the name… Read the full news article

Ethiopian Airlines Debuts Twice-Weekly Cargo Link Between Addis Ababa and Urumqi to Enhance Africa–Asia Trade

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(IN SHORT) Ethiopian Airlines has launched a twice-weekly cargo service between Addis Ababa and Urumqi, China, with inaugural celebrations featuring a water-cannon salute at Urumqi Diwopu International Airport. Operating every Monday and Thursday, the new route aims to strengthen Ethiopia’s footprint in Western China and streamline the vital freight corridor linking Africa and Asia. Group… Read the full news article

SAS Embraer E195-E2 Acquisition Accelerates Sustainable Fleet Renewal and Network Expansion

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(IN SHORT) SAS has placed an order for 45 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, plus purchase rights for ten more, marking its largest direct jet purchase since 1996 and committing nearly US$4 billion. Deliveries begin in late 2027 and span four years. The E195-E2 promises significant gains in fuel efficiency, noise reduction, and passenger comfort, powered by… Read the full news article

Swissport Commits €1.5 Billion to Build World’s Largest Electric GSE Fleet and Boost Renewable Energy

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(IN SHORT) Swissport has pledged more than €1.5 billion over five years to accelerate its transition to a fully electric ground-support fleet and expand renewable energy across its global operations. Already, 25% of its 14,500 GSE units are electric after recent purchases of over 1,000 hybrid and electric vehicles deployed in 28 countries. Major European… Read the full news article

Spirit Airlines Unveils Five-Day Independence Day Sale with One-Way Fares from $49

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(IN SHORT) Spirit Airlines has unveiled a five-day Independence Day sale, offering one-way fares from $49 for travel across the U.S. this summer. Valid from July 1–5, the promotion covers nonstop flights to key historical and leisure destinations—Philadelphia, Boston, Baltimore–Washington D.C., Charleston, and New Orleans—with Spirit’s low-cost Value fares. Customers can also save up to… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways Forge Codeshare Alliance to Boost Doha–Nairobi Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways have signed an MoU to establish a strategic partnership featuring a full codeshare agreement and expanded flight frequencies between Doha and Nairobi, including the introduction of a third daily service and seasonal Mombasa–Doha flights. The collaboration will also extend into cargo, airport and ground handling, product innovation, loyalty… Read the full news article

Meticulous Logistics by Cathay Cargo Bring Xi’an’s Terracotta Figures to Western Australia’s Museum

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Cargo has executed a high-security shipment of ten terracotta army figures and over 200 artefacts from Xi’an to Perth for the “Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor” exhibition. Utilising its Cathay Expert and Cathay Secure services, the carrier collaborated with cultural authorities and logistics partners to develop a fully custom transport… Read the full news article

AirAsia MOVE Unveils VIP Legends Experience for Zurich Liga 7×7 All Stars Festival in Kuala Lumpur

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(IN SHORT) AirAsia MOVE has been named the Official Travel Partner for Zurich Liga 7×7 All Stars 2025, a football and lifestyle festival at Kuala Lumpur’s national stadium on 19 July. Its MOVETIX platform is offering a limited MOVETIX Exclusive Legends Experience for RM 850, granting fast-lane entry, pitch-side seating, group photos and autographs with… Read the full news article

AAX’s Karachi–Kuala Lumpur Route Hits 80% Occupancy, Spurs Fly-Thru Connections to Bali, Singapore, Melbourne

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(IN SHORT) AirAsia X has achieved an 80% average load factor on its newly launched twice-weekly Karachi–Kuala Lumpur service during its inaugural month. Forward bookings remain strong, with many Pakistani travelers connecting onward via Kuala Lumpur to destinations such as Bali, Phuket, Singapore, Perth, and Melbourne using the Fly-Thru service. A notable 90% of the… Read the full news article

Jersey’s Blue Islands Launches Twice-Weekly Direct Service to Paris Charles de Gaulle with Strong Initial Demand

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(IN SHORT) A month after its launch, Blue Islands’ twice-weekly direct flights between Jersey and Paris Charles de Gaulle have proven highly popular. The service, which runs every Monday and Thursday through 30 October 2025, has attracted strong demand from islanders seeking art, shopping, and family outings in Paris, as well as French travelers discovering… Read the full news article

Southern Region Infrastructure Boost Urged by Shannon Airport Group in NDP Submission

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  (IN SHORT) The Shannon Airport Group has submitted recommendations to Ireland’s NDP review, advocating for strategic infrastructure investments in the Southern Region. Their key asks include Shannon Airport’s inclusion in the Regional Airports Programme for 2026–2030 to secure capital funding, expedited delivery of the Shannon Airport Rail Link for over 10,000 daily commuters, and… Read the full news article

Ryanair Unveils Two-Day €20 Prime Member Discount for Late-Summer Flights

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(IN SHORT) Ryanair has announced a two-day Prime Member sale running from 1 to 3 July, offering subscribers €20 off round-trip flights booked for travel between 16 August and 15 September. This promotion is the fourth in a series since the introduction of Ryanair Prime in March, which costs €79 per year and includes perks… Read the full news article

Shannon Airport Reignites Pan Am Glory with “Tracing the Transatlantic” Farewell Flight

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(IN SHORT) Shannon Airport hosted the final flight of “Tracing the Transatlantic,” a 12-day Pan American–themed journey culminating in a Pan Am–branded jet’s departure to New York—its first such flight from Shannon in over three decades. The all-business-class experience for 50 guests featured period-inspired service, authentic uniforms and an Irish coffee farewell. Shannon’s links to… Read the full news article

Fly Better to Wimbledon: Emirates Unveils Strawberry-Inspired Dining, Lounges and On-Site Activities

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(IN SHORT) From 30 June to 13 July, Emirates reprises its role as Official Airline Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon, by offering themed dining, décor and branded giveaways both in-flight and on the grounds. Travelers on Dubai–UK routes can enjoy strawberry-focused desserts, Pimm’s and strawberry mocktails, and specialty menus across all classes—plus exclusive towels and… Read the full news article

Hong Kong Airport Kicks Off Major Career Expo with 3,000-Plus Opportunities in Aviation and Logistics

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(IN SHORT) The HKIA Career Expo 2025, co-hosted by Airport Authority Hong Kong and the Labour Department, opens on 27 June at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Featuring over 3,000 vacancies from nearly 40 aviation-related companies, the three-day event spans inflight services, ground operations, aircraft maintenance, logistics, security, catering and more. Officiated by… Read the full news article

Travelport+ Integrates EVA Air NDC Content for Enhanced Agency Booking and Servicing

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(IN SHORT) Travelport has added EVA Air’s NDC content to its Travelport+ platform, allowing travel agencies in select markets to shop and service personalized fares and ancillaries within the GDS. The integration supports end-to-end NDC workflows—booking, modifications, and cancellations—enhancing efficiency and traveler experience. EVA Air’s digital planning lead, Eric Chiu, highlighted the partnership’s role in… Read the full news article

New Premium Flagship® Lounge and Admirals Club® Expansion Elevate Miami International Airport Experience

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(IN SHORT) American Airlines will nearly double lounge capacity at Miami International Airport by constructing a new Flagship® lounge and expanding Admirals Club® facilities. The current 2017 Flagship® space will convert into an enlarged Admirals Club®, while the new Flagship® location will offer luxury perks like champagne welcomes and chef-crafted menus. Following the successful PHL… Read the full news article