Team Effort to Protect Nation’s Air Transportation System SAN JOSE – 2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) was honored with the TSA Partnership Award 2012 at a ceremony in the Transportation Security Administration San Jose Field Office on November 28, 2012. On behalf of SJC staff, Director of Aviation Bill Sherry accepted the award… Read the full press release
Category Archives: Travel Human Resources
Cathay Pacific reiterates position on pay increments in light of Flight Attendant Union action
2012-12-04 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways reiterated that the company has already taken into account a wide range of factors when considering the latest salary increments for its staff. These factors include the airline’s business performance, job market conditions in Hong Kong and the economic outlook in the various markets it serves. Cathay Pacific Chief… Read the full press release
Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme enhancing the future of Hong Kong Aviation – 2013 Programme Opens for Application
HONG KONG, 2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Twenty-four Dragonair Aviation Certificate Programme 2012 graduates were honoured at a special event organised by the airline as the programme concluded successfully last Friday. The programme, a major initiative under the Dragonair Youth Aviation Academy, aims to motivate and inspire young Hong Kong people aged 18 to 25 who aspire to… Read the full press release
KINGS ISLAND TO BEGIN ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2013 SEASON
KINGS ISLAND, Ohio – 2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Kings Island will begin accepting applications December 1 online at visitkingsisland.com to fill more than 4,000 seasonal positions for the 2013 operating season, which begins April 27. A diverse range of job opportunities are available and associates needed in all areas of park operation including admissions, call center, cash control,… Read the full press release
Hilton Worldwide Appoints Philippe Kronberg As General Manager At Hilton Pattaya
PATTAYA, Thailand – 2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the appointment of Philippe Kronberg as general manager of Hilton Pattaya. In this role, he will oversee hotel operations and lead the team in delivering quality and exceptional guest experiences at this award-winning property. Dirk De Cuyper, regional general manager – Thailand, Hilton Worldwide, said,… Read the full press release
Cathay Pacific increases salaries for eligible staff
2012-12-03 — /travelprnews.com/ — Cathay Pacific Airways today announced salary increases averaging 2% for eligible Hong Kong staff in 2013. Additionally, the carrier will also provide a discretionary 13th month payment to those same staff in their December salary payment. Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “2012 has been an extremely challenging year, just as… Read the full press release
Far East Hospitality And Straits Trading Forms Strageic Alliance To Grow Rendezvous Hotel Hospitality Business In Asia-Pacific
2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Straits Trading Company Limited (STC) has signed a Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with members of the Far East Organisation (FEO) Group, setting the framework for a strategic alliance in the hospitality sector. Under the MOUs, STC entities, including its hospitality arm Rendezvous Hospitality Group (STC Group), will enter into agreements with… Read the full press release
Interstate Hotels & Resorts Appoints Timur Senturk Managing Director of J Hotel at Shanghai Tower
ARLINGTON, Va., 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Timur Senturk as managing director of China’s tallest ultra-luxury hotel, the flagship J Hotel located at Shanghai Tower. Currently under construction in Shanghai’s central business district of Lujiazui, Pudong, the J Hotel Shanghai Tower is anticipated to open in the first quarter of… Read the full press release
VISITBRITAIN CELEBRATES MEMORABLE YEAR FOR UK TOURISM
· Organisation predicts 3% rise in visitor numbers in 2013 · £1.5 billon in overseas PR generated around 2012 Games and Jubilee. · Tourism generates a third of all new UK jobs 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Following recent statistics showing that one third of the new jobs created in Britain between 2009 and 2011 came from tourism(1), VisitBritain… Read the full press release
Winnipeg Airports Authority Salutes Royal Canadian Air Force with Sign Dedication and Raising of Flags
2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) is proud to acknowledge and pay tribute to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) by permanently installing a “Home of the RCAF” sign and flying three flags in recognition of their role in our community. “The Royal Canadian Air Force has a deep history and active presence… Read the full press release
WIZZ AIR CALLS ON MODLIN AIRPORT TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ILS DELAY
PASSENGER COSTS INVOICED TO AIRPORT – DISRUPTION MUST END 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost, low-fare airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today called on Modlin airport to complete the installation of its Instrument Landing System (ILS), which was promised by the airport to be operational by October 2012. The lack of ILS… Read the full press release
Iberia Comunicado a todos nuestros clientes y a la opinión pública
Madrid, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — La aerolínea ha publicado este anuncio hoy en la prensa española. A nuestros clientes Ante el anuncio de convocatoria de huelga por los sindicatos de Iberia para varios días de diciembre, Iberia quiere informar de lo siguiente: Esta huelga es irresponsable, porque atenta contra los clientes de la compañía, y más en… Read the full press release
MGTO participated in EIBTM
2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — MGTO participated in EIBTM Photo Caption Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) participated in the 25th edition of the European Incentive & Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (EIBTM) held in Barcelona between 27th and 29th November. 6 representatives of hotels, event organizers and meeting consultancy company from Macau, together with MGTO promoted new… Read the full press release
CALIN ROVINESCU ELECTED AS NEW CHAIRMAN OFTHE STAR ALLIANCE CHIEF EXECUTIVE BOARD
SHENZHEN, CHINA – 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Calin Rovinescu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Star Alliance Chief Executive Board (CEB). He succeeds Rob Fyfe, CEO Air New Zealand, who held the post for the last two years. “On behalf of all Star Alliance members… Read the full press release
PATA Travel Mart 2013 to Take Place in Chengdu, China Sept 25-27
Bangkok, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced that PATA Travel Mart 2013 will take place September 25-27 at Century City New International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Chengdu in Sichuan province, China. Alongside the Mart, the PATA Board Meeting will be held September 27-29 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Chengdu. Established in 1978,… Read the full press release
£1.7 MILLION ARRIVALS LOUNGE OPENS AT BELFAST CITY AIRPORT
2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Gavin Robinson has officially opened a £1.7 million international arrivals lounge at George Best Belfast City Airport. The private investment significantly enhances capacity of the arrivals areas and provides statutory agencies with improved facilities to process international passengers when Aer Lingus begin flights to and from Palma,… Read the full press release
CDA, Airport Concessions Workshop on December 14, 2012
CHICAGO, 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) will present a free workshop on “How to Open a Concession at O’Hare or Midway Airport” on Friday, December 14, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. The workshop will be held at: City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection City Hall 121 N. LaSalle St.,… Read the full press release
Jane Morris Joins Executive Team at Gateway Airport
MESA, Ariz. — 2012-11-30 — /travelprnews.com/ — Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has named Jane Morris as its new Director of Special Projects – a new position primarily responsible for leading efforts in the planning and execution of the visionary Gateway 2030 plan. Gateway 2030 is a cost feasible phasing plan to develop approximately 700 acres of Airport… Read the full press release
Новый образ бортпроводников S7 Airlines
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — С 1 декабря 2012 года бортпроводники S7 Airlines будут встречать пассажиров в новой форме – авиакомпания поменяла строгий темно-серый цвет на смелый малиновый. Оригинальный цвет призван не только дополнить яркий образ S7 Airlines, но и создать доброжелательную атмосферу в салоне самолета. «Мы стремились сформировать образ внимательного, приветливого и профессионального бортпроводника. Ведь первое… Read the full press release
Marriott International Commits to Career Development of Youth Throughout Europe
Apprenticeship Schemes Offer Industry Training and Long-term Employment Opportunities for Young People London – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) has launched the Marriott Culinary Apprenticeship Academy (MCAA), its first coordinated effort in the United Kingdom to train and offer young people a viable career in the culinary and hospitality industry. The MCAA is… Read the full press release
Transport Minister Meets ABTA Board Members in Park Street
Minister discusses ATOL reform and aviation capacity 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Rt Hon Simon Burns MP, Minister of State for Transport, met the ABTA Board today to discuss his views on the challenges facing the travel industry and how he will work to address them. The Minister’s visit to ABTA is one of the first… Read the full press release
Jersey, THE INN Hotel retain their Gold Taste Award
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — THE INN Hotel, Restaurant & Bar is very proud to have retained a GOLD award from Visit Britain for the fourth consecutive year. This award recognises outstanding levels of quality, service, customer care and food. THE INN is also delighted to be one of the first Restaurants in Jersey to have been… Read the full press release
TOP INTERNATIONAL Hotels MARKETING PLAN 2013 READY
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — A number of new activities and sales/marketing actions have been decided on for 2013. Ranging from trade fair participation, over to the new approach to mobile devices and upcoming partnerships are stated in this preliminary version. Included are the activities of our corparted partners like TOP City&CountryLine, wellnessfinder.com, Falkensteiner and VCH-Hotels Germany. The… Read the full press release
Airport Authority Assures Public of Continued Safe Winter Operations
Winter fleet operators are considered essential employees under an Order by the Canadian Industrial Relations Board ST. JOHN’S, NL – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Wednesday, November 28, 2012 – St. John’s International Airport Authority is assuring the public of continued safe Airport operations if the strike continues into the winter months.The Airport is deemed an essential… Read the full press release
Jet Airways E-Commerce head Belson Coutinho bags 20 Best Digital Marketing Professionals Award at the World Brand Congress
MUMBAI,2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Belson Coutinho, Vice President – eCommerce & Innovations, Jet Airways, has been conferred the coveted ‘20 BEST DIGITAL MARKETING PROFESSIONALS AWARD’ by the CMO Council & World Brand Congress. Mr. Coutinho was awarded the citation and trophy at the 21st Edition of the World Brand Congress at the Taj Lands End, Mumbai…. Read the full press release
Klaus Froese becomes new Managing Director of Tyrolean
2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Klaus Froese (49), currently the managing director of Lufthansa CityLine, is to become the new managing director of Tyrolean Airways from 1 February 2013. The flight operations of the Austrian Airlines Group have been bundled in Tyrolean Airways since 1 July 2012. Jaan Albrecht, CEO Austrian Airlines, said the following: “I am… Read the full press release
Rafael Sánchez-Lozano, consejero delegado de Iberia, en los medios de comunicación españoles
Hoy han salido publicadas entrevistas del CEO de Iberia en El Economista y El Mundo, y anoche se emitió una entrevista en TVE 24 horas Madrid, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — El consejero delegado de Iberia, Rafael Sánchez-Lozano, ha concedido varias entrevistas a diversos medios de comunicación españoles. En todos ellos, lanza el mensaje de que solo el… Read the full press release
Travelport’s e-volve Summit explores the future of MEA travel industry
First event of its kind gathers over 100 decision-makers from 17 countries Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The future direction of the travel industry in the Middle East and Africa was subject to extensive discussions by more than 100 industry experts from 17 countries at a Travelport-organised summit this month. The latest Travelport e-volve… Read the full press release
Average Travel Management Salary Up 3.4% Over 2011
Alexandria, Va. – 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The average salary for travel buyers has increased by 3.4% in the past year, according to new research being released today from the GBTA Foundation’s 2012 Travel Management Compensation and Benefits Survey. Sixty-three percent of travel buyers are satisfied with their overall compensation and benefits. These findings are based… Read the full press release
Reorganisation at Swissport International
Zurich, 2012-11-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — Swissport International, the world’s leading aviation services group, has strengthened its top management structure in order to enhance performance and service quality and build upon its strategy of pursuing profitable growth. With effect from 1st January 2013, Joe Phelan will become responsible for Ground Handling and Cargo in North America (USA… Read the full press release