Category Archives: Airlines

George Best Belfast City Airport employee Neal Skelton announced as a finalist in the British-Irish Airports EXPO ‘Unsung Heroes’ award

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The online poll is now live. Vote for Neal Skelton right here! BELFAST, Northern Ireland, 2018-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Bangor man Neal Skelton, who works within the airfield operations team at George Best Belfast City Airport, has been announced as a finalist in the acclaimed British-Irish Airports EXPO ‘Unsung Heroes’ award. Designed to recognise those whose work… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways inaugurates flight from Doha to London Gatwick Airport

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Award-winning airline’s double-daily flights to London Gatwick make it the airline’s sixth UK gateway Qatar Airways began direct service to Cardiff earlier this month, further strengthening its presence in the UK DOHA, Qatar, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to London Gatwick touched down today at London Gatwick Airport,… Read the full news article

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol voted Best Airport in Europe at the 2018 Asian Freight, Logistics & Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards

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Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has been voted Best Airport in Europe at the 2018 Asian Freight, Logistics & Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards. These annual awards, organised by Asia Cargo News, recognise businesses that set the standard for the entire supply chain in terms of innovation, service quality, customer… Read the full news article

Singapore Airlines’ frequent flyer programme KrisFlyer and Points launch platform for KrisFlyer members to redeem miles for hotels and car rental services

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Members of Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer programme can now use KrisFlyer miles to redeem for over 300,000 hotels and 29,000 car rental locations globally via ‘KrisFlyer vRooms’ SINGAPORE, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — KrisFlyer, the frequent flyer programme of Singapore Airlines Group, and Points, the global leader in powering loyalty commerce, launched ‘KrisFlyer vRooms,’ a dedicated… Read the full news article

SG Enable, Singapore Airlines and the Autism Resource Centre to feature designs by artists with special needs on SIA’s in-flight products

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SINGAPORE, 2018-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — SG Enable, Singapore Airlines (SIA) and the Autism Resource Centre (ARC) announced today their partnership to feature designs by artists with special needs on SIA’s in-flight products, starting with snack boxes to be launched in June 2018. The three organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the Enabling… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Group launches Economy “Light” fare for passengers only travelling with carry-on luggage

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New fare with carry-on luggage bookable as of summer 2018 Add one piece of luggage or request a seat reservation on an individual basis  Successful test phase on routes between Scandinavia and North America COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — As of summer 2018, Lufthansa Group passengers will be able to book a… Read the full news article

Lufthansa Orchestra to perform in Valletta, Malta, Saturday, 9 June 2018

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  Concert with the Malta Philharmonic Orchestra and Ivan Grech on 9 June in Valetta COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — After two successful concert tours of the Lufthansa Orchestra to Bulgaria and Puerto Rico, the next performance abroad is scheduled for the unique ensemble. This time, almost sixty musicians will travel from… Read the full news article

Allegiant expands fleet with its first U.S.-produced Airbus A320 aircraft

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Mobile, Alabama Delivery Marks a Key Milestone in Airline’s Transition to a Single Fleet Type MOBILE, Ala., 2018-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) this week welcomed its first U.S.-produced A320 aircraft from the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility in Mobile, Alabama. A team of Allegiant employees and executives from the company’s headquarters in Las Vegas joined Airbus’ leadership… Read the full news article

Oakland International Airport TSA Pre✓® Local Enrollment Event, November 6th – 17th, 2017

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Event:  Oakland International Airport TSA Pre✓® Local Enrollment Event Date:  November 6th – 17th, 2017 (Closed Saturday & Sunday) Time: Weekdays, 8am to 5pm Location: Oakland International Airport, Terminal 2 Check-in Lobby Oakland, Calif., 2018-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — November 6, 2017: Oakland International Airport is inviting passengers to enroll on-site in the popular TSA Pre✓® expedited screening program during a temporary enrollment event… Read the full news article

Brand USA’s first ever Mega Media Venture to host more than 50 journalists to explore the United States’ rich history, diverse culture and unique destinations

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Brand USA invites more than 50 journalists from 50 publications to explore the United States’ rich history, diverse culture and unique destinations DENVER, COLORADO, 2018-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Brand USA, in partnership with American Airlines and Marriott International, announced today its first-ever Mega Media Venture, inviting more than 50 international journalists to visit… Read the full news article

Ryanair welcomes Róisín Brennan to its board and Audit Committee

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The board of Ryanair Holdings PLC today (18 May) announced the appointment of Ms. Róisín Brennan as a non-executive director with immediate effect. Ms Brennan is a former Chief Executive of IBI Corporate Finance Ltd where she had extensive experience advising public companies in Ireland. She is currently… Read the full news article

Ryanair launches 3 times weekly Liverpool to Shannon service

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DUBLIN, Ireland, 2018-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (21 May) celebrated its new Liverpool to Shannon service, which will operate 3 times weekly as part of its Summer 2018 schedule. This is Ryanair’s 4thIrish service from Liverpool, in addition to Dublin (4 daily), Cork (4 weekly) and Knock (5 weekly),… Read the full news article

Manchester Airport welcomes Jet Airways’ direct service between Manchester and Mumbai starting November 5th

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MAJOR BOOST FOR THE NORTH AS DIRECT MANCHESTER TO MUMBAI FLIGHTS ANNOUNCED 500,000 people across the North set to benefit International Trade Secretary says service will boost Northern Powerhouse Flights start 5th November four times a week with Jet Airways MANCHESTER, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The North’s first ever direct flight service to… Read the full news article

SilkAir to undergo a significant investment programme to upgrade its cabin products and be merged into SIA

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SINGAPORE, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) regional wing, SilkAir, is to undergo a significant investment programme to upgrade its cabin products as part of a multi-year initiative that will ultimately see it merged into SIA. The programme will comprise investment of more than $100 million to upgrade the wholly owned subsidiary’s cabins… Read the full news article

easyJet launches LuckyTrip onto its mobile app, making it easier for customers to find the perfect trip

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LONDON, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has launched LuckyTrip onto its iOS mobile app, making it easier for customers to find the perfect trip. LuckyTrip enables travellers to find a unique trip tailored to their needs with just one tap, applying filters to fit their preferences such as a relaxing beach… Read the full news article

easyJet announces new appointments to its Management Board

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Johan Lundgren, easyJet’s CEO, today announced five changes to the airline’s management board.  Four of these are new AMB roles and the new structure and new team is designed to enable easyJet to better deliver its strategy and drive the new initiatives announced today to accelerate its use… Read the full news article

Jet Airways launches non-stop service between Mumbai and Manchester from winter 2018

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Launches 5th direct service between India and the UK New service aims to open up travel between India and the North of England Guests to enjoy the luxury and comfort of the airline’s wide body Airbus A330-200 service, 4 days a week Mumbai, India, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline is… Read the full news article

Gatwick Airport announces UK’s first trial of end-to-end biometrics

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Innovative biometric technology could simplify and speed up airport processes with self-boarding gates helping to reduce queues Security also improved as system reduces risk of human error 10,000 easyJet passengers set to take part in European flight trial LONDON, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Gatwick Airport has today announced the UK’s first trial of… Read the full news article

British Airways opens a brand-new lounge in Aberdeen Airport

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The next stage of British Airways’ £4.5bn investment plan is unveiled today as the airline opens a brand-new lounge in Aberdeen Airport. The new lounge, located within the recently completed extension of the airport, is the second to open under the airline’s new design concept. This follows… Read the full news article

British Airways signed up to the TSA Precheck programme

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LONDON, UK, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways customers will benefit from shorter security queues, and more ‘me time’ in US airports now the airline has signed up to the TSA Precheck programme. Customers who are accepted under the US government scheme can use fast track security queues, and do not need to remove… Read the full news article

Alaska Airline takes next step in its sustainability journey and goal of reducing inflight waste through partnership with Lonely Whale

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SEATTLE, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines and Lonely Whale today announced the airlines’ initiative to replace single-use, non-recyclable, plastic stir straws and citrus picks with sustainable alternatives in its airport lounges and on all domestic and international commercial flights starting July 16, 2018. The initiative is one of many in Alaska Airlines’ push for… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines announces onboard entertainment portal integration with iHeartRadio

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DALLAS, TX, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced today a new collaboration with iHeartRadio to bring iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music and live streaming radio service to Customers as the exclusive music offering within the onboard entertainment portal on Southwest flights. Through the onboard entertainment portal integration with iHeartRadio, Customers can enjoy all… Read the full news article

Cathay Pacific Airways names Chris Kempis as Director Flight Operations

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Chris Kempis will assume the position from mid-2018 HONG KONG, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced the appointment of Chris Kempis, currently General Manager Flying, as Director Flight Operations with effect from mid-2018.* He will oversee all aspects of the airline’s flight operations. Chris takes up the position after 25 years of… Read the full news article

Vancouver International Airport welcomes Air Canada’s new service between YVR and Sacramento International Airport

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Air Canada’s new flight further expands airline’s growing network at YVR Richmond, B.C., 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 17, 2018), Vancouver International Airport (YVR) celebrated the inaugural flight for Air Canada’s service between YVR and Sacramento International Airport (SMF). The daily, year-round connection makes YVR the first Canadian airport to offer direct-non-stop… Read the full news article

All Nippon Airways to highlight the kingdom of hot springs Kyushu as part of its “Tastes of JAPAN by ANA – Explore the regions -” campaign

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TOKYO, Japan, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) Japan’s largest and only 5-Star airline, announced today that Kyushu will be the next region featured as part of its “Tastes of JAPAN by ANA – Explore the regions -” campaign. Beginning in June, the airline will highlight Kyushu, widely known as the… Read the full news article

Qantas introduces inflight meditation and expanded entertainment offering

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SYDNEY, Australia, 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has introduced inflight meditation and expanded its entertainment offering to give customers more ways to relax inflight. The airline’s first meditation video (opens in new window) series has been specially designed to bring a sense of calm and help customers unwind in the air. The 10-minute guided meditation is set… Read the full news article

LATAM Airlines Group implements Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management

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The Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management solution, designed to improve productivity and automate the load planning function, promotes improved operational efficiency and optimized fuel consumption Madrid, Spain, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Optimizing fuel consumption and maximizing operational performance are top priorities for airlines. Amadeus Altéa Departure Control Flight Management was designed to… Read the full news article

Travix to connect directly to Lufthansa Group’s own NDC Offer & Order Management System

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Lufthansa Group and Travix intensify longstanding partnership with joint approach on NDC under the Airline Group’s upcoming NDC Partner Programme  Travix customers will benefit from access to Lufthansa Group NDC Smart Offer Improved display of all Lufthansa Group offers on Travix’ brands CheapTickets, BudgetAir, Vliegwinkel, Vayama and Flugladen in all countries COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-18 —… Read the full news article

Lufthansa A350-900 earns the 2018 German Lighting Design Prize for its extraordinary cabin lighting

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  special prize for on-board lighting design  cabin lighting supports the well-being of the passengers already the second award for the Lufthansa A350-900 COLOGNE, Germany, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Lufthansa A350-900 is not only the world’s most advanced long-haul aircraft, it is also the first passenger aircraft worldwide to take the changing… Read the full news article

Oman Air introduces newly redesigned Iftar Meal Boxes

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MUSCAT, Omar, 2018-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has reintroduced its special inflight offering for its valued guests observing Ramadan. In celebration of the holy month, Oman Air’s newly redesigned Iftar Meal Boxes will now be available on selected Oman Air routes from mid-May until… Read the full news article