HONG KONG, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Airport Authority Hong Kong (AA) today announced that it will host a four-day exhibition and two public forum sessions on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the planned three-runway system project at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), to be held from 1 to 4 August 2013 at the Hong Kong… Read the full press release
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Auckland Airport applauds Wellington Airports reconsideration of its future airport prices
2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Auckland Airport welcomes the announcement from Wellington Airport that it will review its charges in consultation with its airline customers. Wellington Airport’s decision follows a report on its pricing from the New Zealand Commerce Commission that its charges were too high. Adrian Littlewood, Auckland Airport’s Chief Executive says, “It’s great to see… Read the full press release
Winners of Auckland Airport ‘2013 Airline of the Year Award’ and ‘2013 Aeronautical Service Provider Award’ announced
2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Judy Nicholl, General Manager Aeronautical Operations, says the annual awards recognise excellence by the service providers and airlines at Auckland Airport. “The Aeronautical Service Provider Award recognises the achievements of border and government agencies and ground handlers, all of whom play a critical role in the passenger experience and operational success of… Read the full press release
Dubai Airports opens Concourse D to food and beverage operators and retail-service providers
Dubai, UAE, 2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — Dubai Airports is inviting bids from food and beverage operators and selective retail-service providers for the award of concessions in Concourse D at Dubai International. Construction of Concourse D is well underway with the facility’s opening slated for 2015. The opportunity is available to food and beverage providers in the… Read the full press release
Philippine Airlines issues statement on the European Union ban lift on PAL
2013-07-15 — /travelprnews.com/ — The lifting by the European Union of the ban on Philippine Airlines (PAL) to fly to Europe is another testimony to PAL’s reputation as a safe airline. Credit goes to the Philippine government for all its efforts and hard work in successfully addressing this significant concern hounding our aviation industry for years…. Read the full press release
ATOC report: UK Passenger Growth Helps Drive Big Rise In Money To Reinvest In Rail Services
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Train operators are generating more than four times as much money for Government to reinvest in rail services than 15 years earlier. This is a key finding from Growth and Prosperity, a new report published today by the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) and based on data analysed and collated by KPMG…. Read the full press release
VisitBritain: May 2013 saw record number of visits with 3 million tourists enjoying Britain
VisitBritain has today welcomed a record crumbling May together with bumper spend results for the first five months of 2013. 2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Latest figures from the ONS International Passenger Survey show a 4% rise in the number of May visits and a 5% increase in spend following a 2% rise in the first five… Read the full press release
The Rezidor Hotel Group announced it signed 11 hotels and opened 3 in Q2 2013
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies worldwide and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has signed 11 hotels with almost 1,800 rooms in the second quarter of 2013. During the same period, Rezidor has also opened 3 hotels with 450 rooms and extended 3 hotels… Read the full press release
Air New Zealand subsidiary Air Nelson to offer new daily direct service between Christchurch and Paraparaumu
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — A new domestic service between Christchurch and Kapiti Coast will begin in November. Air New Zealand subsidiary Air Nelson will offer the new daily direct service between Christchurch and Paraparaumu and is planning a special fare to celebrate. Christchurch Airport Chief Executive Jim Boult says the new service is great news for… Read the full press release
Budapest Airport announced new schedule to connect East European cities Minsk, Belgrade and Budapest
2013-07-12 — /travelprnews.com/ — Budapest Airport has announced the launch of a new schedule that will link the East European cities of Minsk in Belarus, Belgrade in Serbia and Budapest, Hungary. The new year round service will begin on 19 September 2013 and will be operated by the Belarusian Airline, Belavia. The twice weekly schedule will… Read the full press release
London Gatwick responded to Airports Commission: London Gatwick’s runway ‘constellation’ approach will deliver better outcome for the UK
Competition: multi-airport ‘constellation’ system will encourage a greater level of competition, thus driving future air connectivity and reducing costs to passengers. Connectivity: second runway at Gatwick will deliver the UKs connectivity requirements and maintain the UKs status as one of the best connected countries in the world. Certainty: Gatwick’s proposal is deliverable and will give… Read the full press release
Alaska Airlines’ Black Employee Resource Group and Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson to encourages students to achieve their educational goals
‘Pledge It. Prove It. Take Flight.’ Event encourages students to achieve their educational goals SEATTLE, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The voices of 605 students pledging to work hard, believe in themselves and graduate from high school filled Alaska Airlines’ hangar today and briefly masked the sound of airplanes taking off outside at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The… Read the full press release
Alaska Air Group Inc. President and CEO Brad Tilden to webcast investor update presentation on Thursday, July 11.
SEATTLE, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will webcast a special investor update presentation by Air Group President and CEO Brad Tilden and other executives on Thursday, July 11. The webcast will be presented live at 7:30 a.m. Pacific time/10:30… Read the full press release
Auckland Airport welcomed Malaysia Airlines’ increase of daily flights on the Kuala Lumpur – Auckland route
2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Strong demand for Malaysia Airlines’ services sees the airline confirm seasonal service daily flights on the Kuala Lumpur – Auckland route in the upcoming peak season. Auckland Airport has welcomed the announcement from Malaysia Airlines that due to strong demand for their services, they are increasing the number of flights from six… Read the full press release
airberlin’s employee newsletter won “Best of Corporate Publishing 2013” award
2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Demonstrating that the company’s success extends beyond its achievements in the air, airberlin news, the employee newsletter of Germany’s second largest airline, landed first place at the 2013 Best of Corporate Publishing (BCP) awards in the category of “Employee Media Print – Newspaper/Services/Retail”. The jury explained the decision as follows: “Making its… Read the full press release
Norwegian and Panasonic Avionics to develop first ever Android™ powered in-flight entertainment system
2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian and Panasonic Avionics Corporation have joined forces to develop the first ever Android™ powered in-flight entertainment system. Norwegian’s passengers will be able to use select Android apps that are pre-loaded onto the system, providing an in-flight experience similar to the on-the-ground experience travelers have become accustomed to with their personal devices…. Read the full press release
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed first Kenya Airways Fligh
The national carrier of Kenya to offer three flights a week between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Early this morning, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) welcomed the inaugural flight of Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, famously known as “the Pride of Africa”, into Abu Dhabi International Airport… Read the full press release
UK Civil Aviation Authority warns British holidaymakers to look past the price when booking late breaks
2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — British families looking to get some summer sun have been warned to look past the price before they book, or risk losing their hard-earned holiday. With the school holidays approaching, many families will be looking to take advantage of cheap travel deals by booking a late summer break. But with research showing… Read the full press release
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Q2 2013 financial results to be released on Wednesday, July 31, 2013
CHICAGO, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) announced today that it will release second quarter 2013 financial results on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, before the stock market opens. Hyatt management will host an investor conference call at 10:30 a.m. (Central time) to discuss financial results and business outlook. The Company… Read the full press release
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) revealed global passenger May 2013 traffic figures
Sydney, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for May showing that air travel continued to expand at a healthy rate. Growth was led by emerging markets. Compared to the year-ago period, overall demand rose 5.6%, while capacity climbed 5.2% pushing the load factor up 0.3 percentage points… Read the full press release
The global airline alliance SkyTeam opened new lounge at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport
Enhances premium travel experience, delivers synergies for SkyTeam members in Istanbul ISTANBUL, 2013-07-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — SkyTeam, the global airline alliance, today opened its new lounge at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport. The lounge is available to Elite Plus, First and Business Class customers flying from the airport on any of the alliance’s 10 airlines that serve… Read the full press release
The American Hotel & Lodging Association commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for key appointments of several influential members of the lodging industry
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — GTAC provides key input on per diem, travel regulations and policies The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) commends the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) for today’s appointment of several influential members of the lodging industry to the Governmentwide Travel Advisory Committee (GTAC). Instituted in December 2012 as part of the federal government’s… Read the full press release
Fitch Ratings upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Fitch Ratings today upgraded CVG’s rating on outstanding revenue bonds to A- and said its outlook for the airport remains stable. In raising the airport’s rating from BBB+, Fitch cited CVG’s “solid financial metrics.” Among these metrics, Fitch included lower fixed costs going forward, with a 75 percent reduction in annual debt… Read the full press release
Christchurch Airport announced it appointed key China trade representative for its South initiative
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swallow Wang currently based in Shanghai, has been appointed as the key China Trade Representative to support the South Island Tourism Industry. South, an initiative launched by Christchurch Airport, is pleased to announce the appointment of Swallow Wang. Prior to this appointment Swallow was the Asia Sales Director for Southern World Vacations… Read the full press release
16 new restaurants and shops opened at San Diego International Airport under airport’s Concession Development Program
New Concessions Including Craft Brews on 30th Street, Ryan Bros. Coffee and Gaslamp Marketplace Bring San Diego Flavor to Travelers SAN DIEGO, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Sixteen new restaurants and shops have opened at San Diego International Airport (SDIA) over the past several months, bringing more and higher quality dining and shopping options to travelers. The openings… Read the full press release
Iberia construye su futuro con una nueva organización interna más ágil, reducida y eficiente
Se reduce de 82 a 44 el número de directivos Responde a los objetivos estratégicos planteados en el plan de transformación Propicia la mejora de la eficiencia, la productividad y una base de costes competitiva Mejora la agilidad en la toma de decisiones Facilita una mayor la cooperación y coordinación entre áreas Refuerza la orientación… Read the full press release
Vacation exchange leader RCI and financial institution Concord Servicing Corporation sign affiliate agreement
Parsippany, N.J., 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced a new agreement with Concord Servicing Corporation to offer discounted financial services to RCI’s affiliated resorts through the recently branded RCI Affiliate Access program. Concord Servicing Corporation is a well-respected financial institution in… Read the full press release
Jeff Chase appointed Oakwood Worldwide Franchise Sales and Development Manager
LOS ANGELES, 2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Oakwood Worldwide, the global leader in corporate housing and serviced apartments, announces the promotion of Jeff Chase to franchise sales and development manager. In this capacity, Chase will be responsible for Oakwood Worldwide franchisee sales support, training and process. Chase will focus on aligning Oakwood Worldwide’s sales vision and strategy… Read the full press release
Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA to present Q2 2013 results at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3, Aker Brygge, Oslo
2013-07-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA’s presentation of the second quarter results 2013 will take place at 8:30 AM on Thursday July 11th at Felix Conference Center, Bryggetorget 3, Aker Brygge, Oslo. The results will be presented in Norwegian by the CEO, Bjørn Kjos. Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA, commercially branded “Norwegian”, is a low-cost… Read the full press release
Singapore Airlines rolls out its next generation of cabin products
2013-07-09 — /travelprnews.com/ — Singapore Airlines today launched its next generation of cabin products, set to be the new industry benchmark for premium air travel. Customers travelling on select flights between Singapore and London will be the first to experience the new cabin products from September, in First, Business and Economy classes. The new seats and KrisWorld in-flight… Read the full press release