Category Archives: Transportation

HMSHost announces the opening of Whisky River at Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s E-Concourse

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HMSHost opens Whisky River restaurant on E-Concourse Charlotte, NC, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Whisky River now has a new airside rendition of the original uptown Charlotte location, in Charlotte Douglas International Airport’s E-Concourse. Today representatives of global restaurateur HMSHost, the airport, and 12-time NASCAR Most Popular Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. celebrated with a grand… Read the full news article

Fuji Xerox New Zealand relocates its logistics operations to Auckland Airport

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 2015-5-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Fuji Xerox New Zealand, a global industry leader in document technology, is relocating its logistics operations to Auckland Airport. The internationally recognised brand will move its Technology Centre to a 6,400sqm facility at The Landing Business Park at Auckland Airport. Gavin Pollard, Managing Director of Fuji… Read the full news article

ALPA lauded ICAO for committing to develop new packaging standards for lithium battery shipments on aircraft

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  WASHINGTON, D.C., 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today lauded the Dangerous Goods Panel of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for committing to develop new packaging standards for lithium battery shipments on aircraft that would protect the aircraft and all on board from the effects of a… Read the full news article

flydubai publishes new research highlighting on the latest travel trends

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Feedback from over 200,000 passengers through onboard survey covers 36 customer touchpoints Emergence of next generation of business class traveller Key factors influencing their airline choice include connectivity and value for money  Dubai, UAE, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — flydubai published today new research focussing on the latest travel trends, behaviours and preferences based on the… Read the full news article

Avis Budget Group becomes the exclusive car rental partner of the Iberia’s loyalty programme Iberia Plus

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MADRID, 2015-5-8 — /Travel PR News/ — Iberia has announced a new partnership agreement with Avis Budget Group that has become the exclusive car rental partner of the airline’s loyalty programme, Iberia Plus. The partnership launch campaign, “We Travel Together”, highlights the opportunity for Iberia Plus members to earn Avios for every rental booked. Iberia Plus Members will also receive 750… Read the full news article

Emirates recognised with array of accolades at the Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards

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Best Airline Worldwide, Best First Class, Best Economy Class, and Airline with the Best Cabin ‎Staff DUBAI, U.A.E., 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates’ innovation, investments in product, and customer service were recognised last night with an array of accolades at the ‎Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards. At the ceremony attended by over 350 industry executives,… Read the full news article

Emirates SkyCargo adds Columbus, Ohio to its global freighter network with the launch of weekly service to Rickenbacker International Airport

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MUNICH, GERMANY, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, has announced that Columbus, the State Capital of Ohio in the United States, will join its global freighter network with the launch of a weekly service to Rickenbacker International Airport from 27 May 2015. The new freighter service to America’s… Read the full news article

The City of Chicago: Parsons Construction Group to modernize and upgrade the Airport Transit System (ATS) at O’Hare International Airport

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CHICAGO, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — On May 1, 2015, the City of Chicago awarded a contract to Parsons Construction Group, Inc. to modernize and upgrade the Airport Transit System (ATS) at O’Hare International Airport, as part of the Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CRCF). “The City of Chicago is pleased to move forward with… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines opens new flights to Naples (Italy) and Athens (Greece)

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, opened new flights to popular touristic destinations – to Naples (Italy) and Athens (Greece). Flights are performed from the 2nd of May 2015 every day on Saturdays on modern comfortable Airbus A320 family liners. Flight to Naples departs… Read the full news article

S7 Airlines and Meridiana fly open new flight on the route Saint Petersburg – Naples as a part of the code share agreement

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Novosibirsk, Russia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — S7 Airlines, a member of the oneworld® global aviation alliance®, and Meridiana fly open a new flight on the route Saint Petersburg – Naples as a part of the code share agreement. From the 3rd of June 2015 S7 Airlines passengers will have an opportunity to take direct… Read the full news article

The Civil Aviation Safety Authority calls on all Rockhampton pilots to polish up their aviation safety skills at a special briefing by CASA in Rockhampton next week

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WODEN, Australia, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is calling on all Rockhampton pilots to polish up their aviation safety skills. Local pilots can improve their aviation knowledge and get the latest news on safety at a special briefing being held by CASA in Rockhampton next week. Issues to be… Read the full news article

The American Association of Airport Executives calls on carriers to drop their opposition to modernizing the Passenger Facility Charge

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Alexandria, VA, 2015-5-7 — /Travel PR News/ — With airlines collecting record baggage fees in 2014 totaling billions of dollars, the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) once again called on carriers to drop their opposition to modernizing a local airport user fee known as the Passenger Facility Charge that finances the construction of new runways,… Read the full news article

Enterprise Holdings appointed Amigos S.R.L. as its Alamo Rent A Car franchise partner in Paraguay

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Enterprise Holdings, through its regional subsidiaries, operates a global network of more than 8,600 neighborhood and airport locations in more than 70 countries and territories. ST. LOUIS, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Enterprise Holdings announced today that it has appointed Amigos S.R.L. as its Alamo Rent A Car franchise partner in Paraguay. This appointment continues the… Read the full news article

Winnipeg Airports Authority welcomes new board members Sangeet Bhatia, Brita Chell and Donna Price

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WINNIPEG, Canada, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority’s Board of Directors Chair, Mr. Tom Payne Jr., welcomes new board members Sangeet Bhatia, Brita Chell and Donna Price. Nominated by the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, Sangeet Bhatia is a Partner at Deloitte. Ms. Bhatia serves on The Manitoba Museum Board of Directors and… Read the full news article

Belfast City Airport shortlisted in the NI Responsible Company of the Year category sponsored by Allstate NI

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BELFAST, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Shortlisted in the NI Responsible Company of the Year category sponsored by Allstate NI, Belfast City Airport has demonstrated its commitment to responsible business practice, with positive impacts across its people, the planet and the places where it operates and advocates the benefits to encourage others to follow… Read the full news article

Chicago Department of Aviation kicks off Military Appreciation Month with series of planned events, programs and special discounts for military personnel

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CHICAGO, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Chicago’s airports are sparkling in red, white and blue to honor our military as the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) kicks off Military Appreciation Month. This annual celebration, now in its fourth year, recognizes active and former military personnel traveling through O’Hare and Midway International Airports. Throughout the… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways further extends its partnership with Education Above All Foundation with the launch of its online donation facility to support the ‘Educate A Child’ programme

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The airline extends its donation services to travellers booking online Educate A Child received QAR2.4 million in donations through the airline partnership in 2014 DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-5 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is proud to announce the launch of its online donation facility to support the ‘Educate A Child’ programme, further extending its partnership with… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways’ Missoni sleeper suits named the best in ‘Textiles’ category at The Onboard Hospitality Awards

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Five-star airline awarded for its designer Missoni sleeper suits which offer passengers luxurious and exclusive on-board hospitality HAMBURG, Germany, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways emerged victorious at a recently held award night in Hamburg for offering excellence in delivering a premium five-star on-board product to its passengers. The Onboard Hospitality Awards awarded the five-star… Read the full news article

Qatar Duty Free honoured with three prestigious awards at the recent 2015 Duty Free News International Global Awards held at the Lancaster Hotel in London

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Qatar Duty Free wins awards for Global Travel Retailer of the Year, Airport Travel Retailer of the Year and Best New Shop Opening DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Duty Free (QDF) is proud to announce that it received three prestigious awards at the recent 2015 Duty Free News International Global Awards held at… Read the full news article

Qatar Airways Group sets new industry record with the delivery of four new Al Maha aircraft to Doha in just one day from Airbus

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Al Maha Airways receives its first four A320 aircraft from Airbus and joins them to the Qatar Airways fleet DOHA, Qatar, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways Group has set a new industry record, with the delivery of four new Al Maha aircraft to Doha in just one day, from aircraft manufacturer Airbus. The new… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® frequent flyer program Rapid Rewards named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual Freddie Awards ceremony

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Freddie Award results prove there is more to love about being a Rapid Rewards frequent flyer program member and Cardmember DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) frequent flyer program, Rapid Rewards, has been named Best Redemption Ability, Best Airline Customer Service and Best Loyalty Credit Card at InsideFlyer magazine’s 27th annual… Read the full news article

Southwest Airlines® to hire additional 500 Ramp Agents

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DALLAS, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines® (NYSE: LUV) is on a mission to hire an additional 500 Ramp Agents. Southwest Airlines Ramp Agents provide the famous Southwest Hospitality by handling cargo and baggage service, directing and servicing aircraft, and performing related activities on the airport ramp. Paid relocation assistance may be available for… Read the full news article

Dragonair renews partnership with fine-dining restaurant Hugo’s to offer exclusive inflight menu featuring selection of classic European dishes

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HONG KONG, 2015-5-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Dragonair today announced the continuation of its partnership with Hugo’s, the fine-dining restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, to offer First Class and Business Class passengers an exclusive inflight menu featuring a selection of classic European dishes. The latest menu resulting from this collaboration… Read the full news article

Bombardier Inc. to hold its annual meeting of shareholders on May 7, 2015

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Montréal,  2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier Inc.’s annual meeting of shareholders will be held Thursday, May 7, 2015, 9:30 a.m., at: La Plaza Ambassadeur Room 420, Sherbrooke Street West Montréal, Québec At the very beginning of the meeting, there will be a brief photo opportunity. Photographers and cameramen will then be invited to leave the… Read the full news article

Bombardier redeems all of its 4.250% Senior Notes due 2016

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Montréal, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Bombardier today announced that it has redeemed all of its 4.250% Senior Notes due 2016 (CUSIP: C10602AU1 / ISIN: USC10602AU14 (Reg. S) / CUSIP: 097751BB6 / ISIN: US097751BB60 (144A)) (the “Notes”) pursuant to the notice of redemption issued on March 30, 2015 (the “Notice”). Notes that have not yet… Read the full news article

Bombardier: Aerolíneas Ejecutivas introduced its new fleet of 6 Learjet 75 business aircraft to its operation in Mexico

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The recently-delivered aircraft strengthen ALE’s commitment and leadership in executive aviation The new Learjet 75 business jets are added to ALE’s MexJet fleet, which flies 15 thousand hours a year The Learjet 75 aircraft offers the ultimate combination of performance, design and legendary Learjet heritage Mexico, Federal District, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ —  Aerolíneas… Read the full news article

Bombardier: V300ZEFIRO-Frecciarossa 1000 very high speed train set to revolutionize high-speed travel in Italy

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Manufactured in Italy by Bombardier in partnership with AnsaldoBreda, the V300ZEFIRO/Frecciarossa 1000 is set to revolutionize high-speed travel in Italy Milestone homologation enables train to enter commercial operation in June Berlin, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Over the weekend, Italian transport operator Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane hosted the inaugural journey of the V300ZEFIRO very… Read the full news article

VIA Rail Canada to launch new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London, Ontario

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Toronto, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announces the launch of a new BizPak rail pass for trips originating from or arriving in London. ”We’re introducing these new BizPak passes in response to demand from our London customers, said Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, President and CEO of VIA Rail. This new offer is… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises S.A. appoints Riccardo Casalino as the new Chief Marketing Officer

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RICCARDO CASALINO IS THE THIRD C-LEVEL APPOINTMENT OF 2015 Geneva, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises S.A., the world’s largest privately-owned cruise line, and market leader in the Mediterranean, announced today that Riccardo Casalino had joined the Company’s executive leadership at its global headquarters, in Geneva, Switzerland, as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)…. Read the full news article

MSC Cruises and Samsung developed cutting-edge tool that creates fully immersive virtual reality tours of MSC Cruises’ ships

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TOP EUROPEAN TRAVEL AGENT PARTNERS TO RECEIVE ADVANCED IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY AS SALES AID Geneva, Switzerland, 2015-5-1 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately-owned cruise line and market leader in the Mediterranean, and standout tech leader Samsung have developed a cutting-edge tool that creates fully immersive virtual reality tours of MSC Cruises’ ships. Following… Read the full news article