Category Archives: Business

Embraer completed its acquisition of a new subsidiary Embraer Aero Seating Technologies which provides luxury seating solutions for the aviation industry

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Paris, France, 2015-6-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer announced today the completion of its acquisition of a new subsidiary, Embraer Aero Seating Technologies. Embraer progressively acquired its ownership stake in the Company, headquartered in Irwindale, California, which provides luxury seating solutions for the aviation industry. Embraer further announced today a new manufacturing facility for this… Read the full press release

Paris Air Show: Embraer signs with United Airlines to add additional E175 jets to the United Express fleet

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São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2015-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer S.A. announced today at the 51st International Paris Air Show an agreement with United Airlines to add additional E175 jets to the United Express fleet. The agreement consists of ten firm orders, which will be included in Embraer’s 2015 second-quarter backlog. Additionally, Embraer… Read the full press release

Calgary-based WestJet Encore signed a firm order for six Bombardier Q400 aircraft valued at approximately US$200 million

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Canadian carrier exercises options as it  prepares for the milestone delivery of the 500thBombardier Q400 aircraft in June Growth of WestJet Encore’s fleet to 36 Q400aircraft follows expansion of service to eastern Canada TORONTO, 2015-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Calgary-based WestJet Encore Ltd. has signed a firm order… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways urges European Commission to put competition and consumers first in Strategic Aviation Package

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Airline lodges detailed submission to European Commission’s review of European air transport policy Says aviation is “global, not local”, and urges EC to put competition and consumers first in Strategic Aviation Package Calls for easing of restrictions on market access and investments by non-European airlines ABU DHABI, 2015-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways,… Read the full press release

Bombardier: SWISS converted 10 of its 30 firm-ordered CS100 aircraft to the larger CS300 aircraft

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Addition of the CS300 aircraft to SWISS’ fleet showcases confidence in the C Series family of aircraft Montréal, 2015-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier announced today that launch operator SWISS has converted 10 of its 30 firm-ordered CS100 aircraft to the larger CS300 aircraft. The original purchase agreement for 30 CS100 aircraft was signed… Read the full press release

Bahrain Airport Company: The 2nd Enabling Works Package for the new BIA Passenger Terminal Building awarded to local contractors G.P. Zachariades Engineering and Construction Company

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Muharraq, Bahrain, 2015-6-17 — /Travel PR News/ — His Excellency the Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications (MTT) Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed announced the awarding of the second Enabling Works Package for the new BIA Passenger Terminal Building, worth BD10 million, to local contractors G.P. Zachariades Engineering and Construction Company. The enabling works schedule follows on… Read the full press release

Aircastle Holding Corporation Limited places firm order for 25 Embraer E-Jet E2s at the 51st International Paris Air Show

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Paris, France, 2015-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer and Aircastle Holding Corporation Limited, which is a subsidiary of Aircastle Limited (“Aircastle”) (NYSE: AYR), announced today at the 51st International Paris Air Show a firm order for 25 E-Jet E2s, consisting of 15 E190-E2s and 10 E195-E2s with an additional 25 purchase rights for 15 E190-E2s… Read the full press release

IATA issued comments clarifying its Cabin OK initiative misunderstood in some reporting

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GENEVA, 2015-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) issued comments clarifying key elements of its Cabin OK initiative which have been misunderstood in some reporting. The IATA Cabin OK initiative for carry-on bags aims to provide passengers with a greater assurance that their carry-on bags will travel with them in… Read the full press release

51st International Paris Air Show: SkyWest, Inc. orders eight E175 jets from Embraer S.A. to be flown under Capacity Purchase Agreement with Alaska Airlines

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Paris, France, 2015-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer S.A. and SkyWest, Inc. (SkyWest) have announced today at the 51st International Paris Air Show, a firm order for eight E175 jets. The aircraft will be flown by SkyWest Airlines under a Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA) with Alaska Airlines. The value of the contract, which will be… Read the full press release

Etihad Airways expands codeshare agreement with Hong Kong Airlines

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Abu Dhabi, 2015-6-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has expanded its codeshare agreement with Hong Kong Airlines, an internationally-acclaimed Skytrax 4-star airline, to provide travellers with enhanced connections between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Under the expanded codeshare agreement, Hong Kong Airlines will place its… Read the full press release

Japan Airlines signed Tokyo 2020 Official Partner agreement with the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games

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TOKYO, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan Airlines (JAL) is pleased to announce that the company has signed a Tokyo 2020 Official Partner (passenger air transport services category) agreement today with the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. With this agreement, JAL will become an official partner of both the Tokyo 2020… Read the full press release

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) registers steady growth in May 2015: passenger volume rose by 12.1% to 5.8 million

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HONG KONG, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Both passengers and aircraft movements at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) registered steady growth in May 2015. During the month, passenger volume rose by 12.1% to 5.8 million, while aircraft movements increased by 4.2% to 34,115 compared to the same month last year. Cargo throughput experienced a slight… Read the full press release

Dubai Airports won the Gold Award for ‘Best Internal Communications During A Brand Development Programme’ at the Transform Awards Middle East & North Africa

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Dubai, UAE, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Dubai Airports was declared winner of the Gold Award for ‘Best Internal Communications During A Brand Development Programme’ at the Transform Awards Middle East & North Africa, at a ceremony in Dubai recently. The award category recognises an organisation’s approach in engaging all its employees, especially in communicating a… Read the full press release

dnata invested over GBP20 million to support the growth of aviation in the United Kingdom

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DUBAI, U.A.E., & London, UK, 2015-6-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the past 12 months, dnata has invested more than GBP20 million in facilities, equipment, training and technology to support the growth of aviation in the United Kingdom. The air services provider marked another milestone last month: commencement of passenger and ramp handling at London’s Gatwick… Read the full press release

A.A.E. Director of Airports at the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust Jeff Mulder elected Chairman of AAAE for 2015-2016

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Jeff Mulder, A.A.E., Director of Airports at the Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust, took office this week as Chair of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) for 2015-2016. Founded in 1928, AAAE is the world’s largest professional organization representing the men and women who work at public-use commercial and… Read the full press release

Carlson Rezidor and its franchise partner Provent Hotels announce the Park Inn by Radisson Neumarkt in Germany

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BRUSSELS, 2015-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Rezidor, one of the most dynamic hotel groups worldwide, and its franchise partner Provent Hotels announce the Park Inn by Radisson Neumarkt in Germany. The new built mid-scale property featuring 105 guest rooms is scheduled to open in Q4 2015. The signing brings Carlson Rezidor’s Park Inn… Read the full press release

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® appointed by Caruso Affiliated to manage Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito which will open in 2018

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Oceanfront location will be third California property for Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® Montecito, CA, 2015-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by Caruso Affiliated, one of the largest, privately held real estate development companies in the U.S., to manage Rosewood Miramar Beach Montecito which will open in 2018 as Rosewood’s… Read the full press release

Wyndham Hotel Group announces the opening of the 300-room Ramada Hotel & Suites Campos dos Goytacazes, Brazil

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Ramada Hotel & Suites Campos dos Goytacazes, situated in one of the largest oil-producing cities in the country, is the brand’s fifth hotel to open in Brazil CAMPOS DOS GOYTACAZES, State of Rio de Janeiro, 2015-6-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Wyndham Hotel Group today announced the opening of the 300-room Ramada Hotel & Suites… Read the full press release

15th anniversary: SkyTeam continues to deliver multiple initiatives that offer tangible benefits to passengers

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Alliance-wide initiatives gain momentum in 15th anniversary year MIAMI, 2015-6-11 — /Travel PR News/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, continues to deliver multiple initiatives that offer tangible benefits to passengers. Over the last few years, the alliance has focused on improving the travel experience for passengers on its 20 member airlines. Various projects have… Read the full press release

South African Airways to focus on growing its African network and improving inter-connectivity on the continent

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Miami, 2015-6-11 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA), the South African National Flag Carrier, wants to focus on growing its African network and improving inter-connectivity on the continent. With more than 80 years of operations and a leading position in Africa, SAA has a crucial role to play in driving aviation traffic growth and… Read the full press release

Aeromexico CEO Andres Conesa becomes the new Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors for a one-year term

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Dublin Venue for IATA’s Next AGM Miami, 2015-6-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Andres Conesa, CEO of Aeromexico, has assumed his duties as Chairman of the IATA Board of Governors for a one-year term, effective immediately. Conesa is the first Mexican to hold this position. Conesa succeeds Calin… Read the full press release

Midway International Airport conducts full-scale emergency response exercise

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CHICAGO, 2015-6-10 — /Travel PR News/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), Chicago Fire Department (CFD) and several other city, state and federal officials conducted a full-scale emergency response exercise today at Midway International Airport. The exercise was a simulated incident involving a fire onboard an aircraft volunteers posing as victims. The exercise was intended… Read the full press release

Alaska Airlines announces the appointment of David Kuhl as new VP of IT services

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SEATTLE, 2015-6-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Alaska Airlines today named experienced Information Technology executive David Kuhl its new vice president of IT services. Kuhl has more than 30 years of experience in the field of IT, most recently as vice president of Corporate IT at Expedia where he led technology for contact centers, financial systems, HR… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation and Vienna transport authority Wiener Linien sign contract for the manufacture and maintenance of 119 FLEXITY Vienna trams

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Bombardier Transportation receives firm order for 119 BOMBARDIER FLEXITY trams from Vienna Transport Authority Wiener Linien Contract includes 24-year FlexCare maintenance management system agreement and options for further trams and maintenance BERLIN, 2015-6-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation and the Vienna transport authority, Wiener Linien, have signed a contract for… Read the full press release

Bombardier Inc. announces the appointment of Louis G. Véronneau as Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions

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Montréal, 2015-6-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (June 4, 2015), Bombardier Inc. announced the appointment of Louis G. Véronneau as Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions, effective immediately. In this position, he will oversee the Corporation’s partnerships, joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures on a global scale. He will also play a leading role in the… Read the full press release

Interstate Hotels & Resorts announces the appointment of Richard Tannenbaum as SVP of sales and marketing of the Company’s Rim Hospitality Division

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ARLINGTON, Va./NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., 2015-6-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts – the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company – recently announced the appointment of Richard Tannenbaum as senior vice president of sales and marketing of the Company’s Rim Hospitality Division. Tannenbaum is responsible for leading the West Coast sales division across a portfolio… Read the full press release

Expedia® Affiliate Network announces partnership with Switzerland-based city travel specialist travel.ch

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Switzerland-based city travel specialist travel.ch has entered into partnership with the US online travel portal Expedia® Affiliate Network. Under the deal, travel.ch clients will now be able to access 70,000 additional hotels – and benefit from even lower prices. Zurich, 2015-6-9 — /Travel PR News/ — With effect from May, clients of the Swiss online agency… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines to purchase 17 Embraer 195 aircraft in almost new condition with a list price of close to USD 900 million

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• Fleet renewal: Embraer aircraft to replace Fokker fleet starting in 2016 • Delivery of the first aircraft scheduled for summer of 2015 • List price of the aircraft of close to USD 900 million VIENNA, 2015-6-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Today the Supervisory Board of Austrian Airlines approved the purchase of 17 Embraer… Read the full press release

Strong demand for the all-new Volvo XC90 fueled partnership between Volvo Cars of North America and Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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ST. LOUIS, 2015-6-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Customer demand for the all-new Volvo XC90 has fueled a partnership between Volvo Cars of North America and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Customers who have a car lease or loan expiring before their all-new XC90 arrives are eligible to rent a Volvo-subsidized new Volvo XC60 from Enterprise Rent-A-Car. “Customers are excited… Read the full press release

Enterprise Rideshare partner with Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) to create and expand vanpool programs across the country

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ST. LOUIS, 2015-6-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Rideshare, a service of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and the second largest vanpool operation in the country, is partnering with the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) to create and expand vanpool programs across the country. The announcement was made this week at the 2015 CTAA Expo, an annual event that brings… Read the full press release