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IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) Portal and IATA’s Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) are successfully driving greater standardization of ground handling processes around the world.

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Paris, France, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) Portal and IATA’s Safety Audit for Ground Operations (ISAGO) are successfully driving greater standardization of ground handling processes around the world. This is particularly important for the rapid build-up of operations as COVID-19… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways is the Presenting Sponsor for the 2022/23 Concacaf Nations League

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The second edition of the competition creates more regional matches  and rivalries – throughout 2022 and 2023 The multi-year partnership agreement kicked off with the Concacaf Gold Cup 2021 DOHA, Qatar, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — The multi-year sponsorship agreement between Qatar Airways and Concacaf enters its second year, with the airline taking centre… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways becomes the Title Partner and Official Airline of the Kite World Tour through to 2024

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Qatar Airways announces a new long-term partnership with the GKA Kite World Tour to become the Title Partner and Official Airline  of the World Tour through to 2024 Qatar Tourism becomes Official Tourism Partner of the Kite World Tour, with two major events to be held in Qatar in 2023 and the finals in 2024 New… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa Cargo welcome Swiss WorldCargo into its joint business agreement

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Providing cargo customers of all three airlines with more choices Hong Kong, China, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa Cargo announce today (May 31, 2022) the entry of Swiss WorldCargo into the airlines’ joint business agreement, providing cargo customers with more direct connections, more flexibility and more time saving. The entry… Read the full press release

Cathay, The Hub Hong Kong and Articoin to facilitate new and sustainable fundraising channels for NGOs

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NFT for Good: Hong Kong NGO The Hub Collaborates with Cathay and Articoin for ‘My Home in Sham Shui Po’ Project, Minting 5,000 Green NFTs for Charity Fundraising Committed to Supporting the SDGs Adopted by the United Nations, Revitalise and Reshape Charity Affairs during COVID and beyond Hong Kong, China, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

Air Canada announces loyalty program Aeroplan members can now earn points for eligible LCBO purchases

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MONTREAL, CANADA, 2022-Jun-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Aeroplan, Canada’s leading travel loyalty program, and the LCBO, one of the world’s largest buyers and retailers of beverage alcohol, are pleased to announce that Aeroplan members can now earn Aeroplan points for eligible purchases made on LCBO.com and the LCBO app, in addition to eligible purchases… Read the full press release

Emirates SkyCargo expands its fleet with new Boeing 777F

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Dubai, UAE, 2022-Jun-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates SkyCargo, a leader in the global airfreight industry, received delivery of a new Boeing 777F this weekend. This latest addition takes its dedicated 777 freighter fleet to 11 aircraft. From Boeing’s Paine Field in Seattle, A6-EFT headed to Hong Kong to pick up its first load… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines unveils all-new SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3

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Singapore, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) today (30 May 2022) unveiled its all-new flagship SilverKris and KrisFlyer Gold lounges at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3, following a S$50 million re-design, upgrade, and expansion project. This will further enhance the on-ground customer experience at the Airline’s main hub, and comes as the… Read the full press release

Norwegian announces agreement with Boeing for the purchase of 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft

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LONDON, UK, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA has reached an agreement in principle with Boeing for a recommitment to purchase 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The agreement also includes options for an additional 30 aircraft. The 50 aircraft are due to be delivered between 2025 and 2028, at a… Read the full press release

London City Airport announces plans to mark the 70th year of Queen Elizabeth II’s historic reign

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Airport launches new commemorative logo for the Jubilee Sponsors local community celebrations in Newham and Barking & Dagenham Airport set to be busy as passengers fly into London for the Jubilee weekend from across the UK and Europe London, UK, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — As preparations gear up for the global celebration of… Read the full press release

Swoop inaugurates service to Nashville from Toronto

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Nashville, TN, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 26, 2022), Swoop, Canada’s leading ultra-low-cost airline, launched its inaugural flight to Nashville International Airport (BNA) from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Swoop flight WO748 took off from Toronto this morning at 7:30 a.m. ET and landed in Nashville at 8:30 a.m. local time. “As… Read the full press release

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines presents new Premium Comfort Class

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Cromvoirt, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (27 May 2022) at the 2022 Dutch Open, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines presented its new Premium Comfort Class, an intermediate cabin offering more space, luxury, service options, comfort and privacy than Economy Class, at lower prices than World Business Class. The new Premium Comfort Class allows KLM… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport welcomes Jet2.com’s new summer services to Innsbruck

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First summer flights to Innsbruck take off from the airline’s newest base on Saturday 28th May Start of services for Summer 22 from Bristol Airport to Innsbruck means holidaymakers in the region can explore Innsbruck and Tyrol in the summer for the first time Launch of flights to Innsbruck from the base for summer comes as part of Jet2.com’s expanded programme for Summer 22 London, UK, 2022-May-31… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport gears up for a busy Platinum Jubilee holiday

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London, UK, 2022-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport is preparing for the busiest week since 2019 with over 300,000 passengers planning to travel through the Airport during the holiday period (26 May – 5 June inclusive). The Platinum Jubilee holiday is expected to be the busiest period for Bristol Airport since 2019 with… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways operated its Gulfstream G650ER aircraft to EBACE 2022 using Sustainable Aviation Fuel

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DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive was in the spotlight during the opening day at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022, exhibiting its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. The flagship jet operated from London Luton Airport to Geneva, Switzerland using a high blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and… Read the full press release

CLT provides free visual interpreting service to assist passengers who are blind or have low vision

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Technology Provides Free Navigation Services to Passengers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision Charlotte, North Carolina, 2022-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — CLT passengers who are blind or have low vision now have free access to the visual interpreting service Aira, which acts as an assistant to help navigate the terminal and answer questions…. Read the full press release

CLT gears up for busy summer travel season

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Passengers Should Plan Ahead, Arrive Early, Book Parking Online Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2022-May-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Memorial Day weekend will once again jump-start a busy summer travel season with anticipated passenger numbers nearing pre-pandemic 2019 levels. The busiest days will be today, Friday, May 27 and Monday, May 30 with approximately 31,000 local… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport welcomes Gulf Air services between Bahrain and Manchester

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Gulf Air set to launch direct flights to Bahrain from 1st June Currently 28,000 passengers from the North of England travel there each year indirectly More than 2 million people in the airport’s catchment area fly to destinations on Gulf Air’s extended network Flights welcomed by a range of stakeholders and organisations Return economy flights… Read the full press release

IATA and ICP to cooperate on deployment of Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information System in the UAE

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IATA and ICP to cooperate on deployment of Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information System in the UAE Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2022-May-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Federal Authorities for Identity, Citizen, Custom and Port Security (ICP) in United Arab Emirates (UAE) agreed to work together on the deployment of… Read the full press release

Lufthansa Group launches #MakeChangeFly marketing campaign to inform about its measures for a sustainable future

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Global marketing information campaign highlights the Lufthansa Group’s diverse initiatives for CO2-neutral flying Broad commitment to Sustainable Aviation Fuels and driver for technological innovations Christina Foerster: “We want to bring aviation and climate protection together and are leading the transformation of our industry” Cologne, Germany, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Learning from nature to… Read the full press release

Malaysia Airlines Berhad and Lembaga Tabung Haji partner to provide hajj charter flights for Malaysian pilgrims

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Malaysia Airlines Berhad (MAB) has signed a three-year agreement with Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) to provide hajj charter flights for Malaysian pilgrims. The charter flight service will be managed by umrah and hajj flight provider, AMAL by Malaysia Airlines (AMAL). The signing ceremony was held at… Read the full press release

London City Airport welcomes L’Odyssey service to Normandy seaside town of Deauville

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Will be the only service this summer between London and Deauville L’Odyssey will offer a twice weekly service for 27 passengers on a specially reconfigured Saab 340B Deauville a hugely popular domestic tourist destination London, UK, 2022-May-26 — /Travel PR News/ — From July 1st 2022, L’Odyssey will operate a twice weekly service to the beautiful… Read the full press release

Swissport in Netherlands saved 20,000 truck runs since 2015 as part of the “Milk Run” supply chain initiative at Schiphol Airport

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Amsterdam, Netherlands, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The ‘Milk Run’ supply chain optimization initiative at Schiphol Airport combines freight to and from several cargo forwarders into a single truck. With the highly efficient and more sustainable cargo process, Swissport the Netherlands saved 20,000 truck runs since the start, seven years ago. Because many freight… Read the full press release

Qatar Executive showcased its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022

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Qatar Airways’ private jet charter division operated its Gulfstream G650ER aircraft to EBACE 2022 using Sustainable Aviation Fuel   DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Executive was in the spotlight during the opening day at the European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) 2022, exhibiting its ultra-modern Gulfstream G650ER aircraft. The flagship jet… Read the full press release

Cathay Pacific Group reports on the progress towards its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050

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New commitments in carbon neutrality and diversity, and supporting the Hong Kong community during the pandemic Hong Kong, China, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cathay Pacific Group has released its annual Sustainable Development Report that addresses its commitment and progress in the areas of environmental, social and governance, which are of great importance… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines announced leadership promotions for Brendan Conlon and Cole McGuire

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DALLAS, TX, 2022-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) (the “Company”) today (May 23, 2022) announced two Leadership promotions within the Company’s ranks. Brendan Conlon is promoted from Senior Director Labor Relations to Vice President Crew Scheduling, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Conlon will be responsible for developing and executing the daily Crew Scheduling… Read the full press release

Royal Caribbean International and Belfast City Airport partner to launch charter service for guests sailing on Wonder of the Seas this summer

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Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International has launched a British Airways charter for guests sailing on Wonder of the Seas this summer, in partnership with Belfast City Airport. Those taking a holiday aboard the world’s largest ship will be offered direct flights from Belfast City to Barcelona from 3rd July until 18th September… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Group publishes its Sustainability Report for FY2019-21

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World’s Best Airline remains dedicated to connecting people and moving cargo while continuing to focus on environmental sustainability Aligns with United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UN SDGs) to positively impact the world During COVID-19, safety, security and health of passengers and employees remained its highest priority DOHA, Qatar, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar… Read the full press release

Blue Islands starts Jersey – Norwich service

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Jersey, Guernsey, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands’ inaugural Jersey – Norwich service took off last week as the local airline continues to develop its Jersey network. Rob Veron, CEO Blue Islands said, “Our new Norwich service both enhances connectivity for Jersey residents whilst providing another valuable access point for inbound visitors to… Read the full press release

easyJet puts on sale thousands of flights to 124 destinations across its network for spring 2023

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Over 100,000 easyJet flights are now on sale between 1 March and 8 May 2023 Millions of seats across the airline’s European network are available to book at easyJet.com and via the mobile app from just £24.99* London, UK, 2022-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet, Europe’s leading airline, has put its spring 2023 schedule… Read the full press release