Manchester Airport: Barcelona-based airline Vueling to launch direct service to Barcelona from 19th June 2015

MANCHESTER, UK, 2015-2-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Vueling, the Barcelona-based airline, part of International Airlines Group (IAG), is set to launch a direct service to Barcelona from Manchester Airport on 19th June 2015. The flight will depart Manchester on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday flying to Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport, which… Read the full press release

BAC Facility Management receives official membership certificate from the British Safety Council

Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — BAC FM commitment to maintain international health & safety standards across its operations, the facility management arm of Bahrain Airport Company (BAC), proudly announced their affiliation with the British Safety Council, one of the world’s leading Health, Safety and Environmental organizations. BAC FM received the official membership certificate… Read the full press release

Air France hosts special events at the boarding gates for flights to Brazil to celebrate Rio de Janeiro Carnival

Air France celebrates Carnival at Paris-Charles de Gaulle. PARIS, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carnival is the most popular national holiday in Brazil, in particular in Rio de Janeiro where the celebrations last for nine days from 13 to 21 February. Air France has also organized its own celebrations, with special events at the… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport: SkyGreece Airlines to commence twice-weekly service to Toronto from Budapest starting from 21 May

BUDAPEST, Hungary, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport’s high expectation for continued growth and heightened progress in 2015 gets underway with its first new route announcement of the year. Launching its inaugural route from the Hungarian gateway, SkyGreece Airlines will be commencing a twice-weekly service to Toronto from 21 May. The new carrier,… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes passengers with new energy efficient signage

BRISTOL, UK, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Passengers flying into Bristol Airport during Winter’s darker evenings, may notice new signage on the façade of the building. Bristol Airport’s logo has been created into a new energy efficient sign and provides a shining welcome to passengers. The new signage has utilised LED lighting to illuminate… Read the full press release

South African Airways: yellow fever vaccinations no longer necessary for travel between Zambia, Tanzania and South Africa

JOHANNESBURG, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) has welcomed the scrapping of yellow fever vaccinations, which is no longer necessary for travel between Zambia, Tanzania and South Africa. The announcement was made by the South African Department of Health and the requirement was lifted with immediate effect. The decision was made at the… Read the full press release

IATA: New data shows that aviation and aviation-related tourism contributes some $5.9 billion to Panama’s economy

Panama City, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced new data showing that aviation and aviation-related tourism contributes some $5.9 billion to Panama’s economy, an amount equal to 12.6% of the country’s GDP. This is much higher than the global average contribution of 3.4%, reflecting the positive impact of efficient… Read the full press release

Art for Amnesty and the Cape Town International Airport partner to create giant tapestry in memory of the 25th Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison

Johannesburg, 2015-2-12 — /Travel PR News/ — On the 25th Anniversary of the release of Nelson Mandela from prison Art for Amnesty and the Cape Town International Airport today announced that they would partner in the creation of a giant tapestry in his memory. The tapestry (measuring approximately 30 square metres) will hang in the… Read the full press release

British Airways’ business class amenity kits for long-haul customers to get a new look

LONDON, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways’ business class amenity kits are set to get an over haul for long-haul customers. Designed with the aim of revitalising travellers, the new wash-bags will continue to feature Elemis products and will include Pro Collagen Marine Cream, Pro Radiance Hand and Nail Cream and Lip Balm…. Read the full press release

British Airways: 1.5 million Brits expected to travel to take a break from the February freeze

LONDON, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — More than one and a half million people are expected to travel with British Airways this February half-term as sunshine-starved Brits take a break from the February freeze. The busiest days for air travel are on Friday, February 13 and returning on Sunday, February 22, with over 120,000… Read the full press release

CDA Concessions Job Fairs at O’Hare and Midway International Airports on February 24 and March 3, 2015

CHICAGO, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Looking for a job in a unique and exciting environment? Then mark you calendars for Tuesday, February 24, 2015 and Tuesday, March 3, 2015 for the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Concessions Job Fairs at O’Hare and Midway International Airports. This will be your chance to speak directly to… Read the full press release

Bombardier Commercial Aircraft: American Airlines signed a firm order for 24 CRJ900 NextGen regional jets

Aircraft will be operated by American’s regional subsidiary PSA Airlines under the American Eagle brand Montréal, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that American Airlines, Inc. (“American”), a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group Inc., has signed a firm order for 24 CRJ900 NextGen regional jets. This order was announced on December… Read the full press release

Bombardier appointed GMR Aero Technic Limited of Hyderabad, India as an Authorized Service Facility for its Q400 turboprop

Will perform line and heavy maintenance forQ400 turboprops in the region Becomes tenth ASF in Bombardier’s strategic global network providing aftermarket services for commercial aircraft Toronto, 2015-2-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that it has further strengthened its global presence by appointing GMR Aero Technic Limited (“GMR Aero Technic”) of… Read the full press release

Qantas launches new online invitation-only bidding system for its frequent flyers, Bid Now Upgrades

SYDNEY, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas Frequent Flyers now have another way to request an upgrade, with the launch of a new online invitation-only bidding system. Bid Now Upgrades, to be gradually introduced across the Qantas network from this week, allows invited Frequent Flyers booked in Economy and Premium Economy to make an… Read the full press release

Oakland International Airport enjoyed healthy year of growth in 2014, recording 12 consecutive months of increased passenger traffic

2014 Data Also Show Gains in Air Freight Oakland, CA, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — With more flights, new destinations and expanded cargo facilities, Oakland International Airport (OAK) enjoyed a healthy year of growth in 2014, recording 12 consecutive months of increased passenger traffic. For the year ending December 31, 2014, OAK recorded 10.3 million enplaned… Read the full press release

Travelport announces that its Managing Director of the UK & Ireland, Simon Ferguson, will now also lead the company’s business in the Nordics

Langley, UK, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport (NYSE:TVPT), a leading Travel Commerce Platform providing distribution, technology, payment and other solutions for the $7 trillion global travel and tourism industry, today announces that Simon Ferguson, its  Managing Director of the UK & Ireland, will now also lead the company’s business in the Nordics. In… Read the full press release

Christchurch Airport: China Southern Airlines’ B787 Dreamliner returns with its first summer charter flights arriving on February 15

Christchurch, New Zealand, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Hundreds of Chinese travellers will celebrate Chinese New Year this month by travelling to the South Island. Christchurch Airport and China Southern Airlines (CZ) will celebrate the return of the B787 Dreamliner, with the first of this summer’s charter flights arriving on February 15. Airport Chief Executive… Read the full press release

San Diego International Airport: Virgin America to move its operations from Terminal 2 East to Terminal 2 West

SAN DIEGO, 2015-2-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Effective Wednesday, February 11, 2015, Virgin America will move its operations from Terminal 2 East to a new location in Terminal 2 West at San Diego International Airport. Ticketing counters for Virgin America will be located between Delta Air Lines and JetBlue Airways. The airline will operate self-service… Read the full press release

airberlin has taken its 80th million guest to Palma de Mallorca

BERLIN, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — On Thursday airberlin has taken its 80th million guest to Palma de Mallorca. Statistically speaking, this means it has flown almost every German citizen to the Balearic island. Jubilee passenger Danny Sasse (in the center) arrived together with his wife Nicole and their children Adrian and Evelyn on… Read the full press release

HMSHost celebrates culinary innovation with Channel Your Inner Chef recipe contest open to employees and travelers at Chicago O’Hare International Airport

“Channel Your Inner Chef” winner will attend HMSHost-sponsored James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago; Winning recipe to be featured on O’Hare menu CHICAGO, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Global restaurateur HMSHost, proud sponsor of the 2015 James Beard Awards in Chicago, is celebrating culinary innovation with Channel Your Inner Chef, the first-of-its-kind recipe contest open to… Read the full press release

AAAE announces that Rick Crider will serve as chair of AAAE’s 2015 National Airports Conference

Alexandria, VA, 2015-2-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The American Association of Airport Executives is pleased to announce that Rick Crider, A.A.E., executive vice president and port general manager of Port San Antonio, Texas, will serve as chair of AAAE’s 2015 National Airports Conference (NAC). The NAC is one of AAAE’s signature meetings and is expected… Read the full press release

The Calgary Airport Authority again recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers

Calgary, Canada, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is pleased to once again be named as one of Alberta’s Top Employers. This designation recognizes employers that are leaders in creating exceptional places to work. This is the sixth time that the Authority has been acknowledged for cultivating a dynamic and rewarding work experience… Read the full press release

Fraport Cargo Services GmbH takes over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo from February 25

Chinese Carrier Operates Eleven Flights per Week from FRA – Cargo Shipments Expected to Reach Some 70,000 Metric Tons per Year FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — From February 25, Fraport Cargo Services GmbH (FCS) will take over cargo handling operations for the Chinese airline China Southern Cargo. FCS, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport… Read the full press release

Frankfurt Airport inaugurated new ecumenical Christian chapel in Transit Area B of Terminal 1

Place of worship for Christians now also available in Transit of FRA’s Terminal FRANKFURT, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — On January 27, 2015, a new ecumenical Christian chapel was inaugurated in Transit Area B of Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 1. The new place of worship for Christians of all denominations will be accessible around the… Read the full press release

London City Airport’s £200 million expansion granted decision on 3rd February

LONDON, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — In a step forward in easing aviation capacity in the South East, plans to expand London City Airport have been given the go-ahead. The decision, granted on Tuesday [3 February], clears the way for a £200 million investment that will enable the airport to operate up to a… Read the full press release

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reached 96.1 million passengers in 2014; Retaining its ‘World’s Busiest Airport’ Title in 2014 for 17th Consecutive Year

Airport accommodates a record-breaking 96.1 million passengers, highest total for any aviation hub; international passenger traffic grew by 10 percent ATLANTA, 2015-2-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Mayor Kasim Reed announced today at his annual State of the City breakfast that for the 17th consecutive year Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was once again the world’s busiest airport…. Read the full press release

Hilton to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand

Agreement Sees Innovative Construction Model Facilitate Growth in Mature and Emerging Markets  BRISTOL, UK, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide has reached an agreement with modular building provider CIMC to develop the first hotel at Bristol Airport under its economy Hampton by Hilton brand. Financed and owned by CIMC, the hotel will be managed by… Read the full press release

Turkish Cargo increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport

Budapest, Hungary, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Turkish Cargo has increased the frequency of its scheduled flights to Budapest Airport to three a week. One of the world’s leading cargo airlines, Turkish Cargo sees great opportunities in the Hungarian market, which is reflected in its latest frequency increase. Turkish Cargo has started to operate… Read the full press release

IATA’s 2014 cargo data shows 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs)

Geneva, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released full-year air cargo data for 2014 showing 4.5% demand growth compared to 2013 measured by freight tonne kilometers (FTKs). That is a significant acceleration from the 1.4% recorded in 2013 over 2012. Air cargo market expansion gathered momentum as 2014 progressed. The… Read the full press release

IATA announced Hawaiian Airlines attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation

Geneva, Switzerland, 2015-2-5 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Hawaiian Airlines has attained Platinum status for Fast Travel implementation. Hawaiian is the first airline in the United States to achieve Platinum status, which recognizes carriers that offer four or more Fast Travel compliant solutions to at least 80% of… Read the full press release