Travelport and Air Canada Renew Content Distribution Agreement, Enhancing Access to NDC Content

New, multi-year distribution agreement includes full range of NDC-sourced Air Canada content for Travelport-connected agencies and travel management companies Long-term partnership ensures worldwide distribution via Travelport+, including full end-to-end servicing of NDC bookings Launch of Air Canada’s NDC content expected in the coming months LANGLEY UK, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Travelport, a global technology company… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport’s 11th Annual Runway Run Raises Over 18 Million HUF for Charity

Budapest, Hungary, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Budapest Airport held its annual charity running race, the Runway Run, in September. The unbroken popularity of the event, now in its 11th year, is demonstrated by the fact that the amount raised from entry fees and the sale of official race T-shirts exceeded 18 million HUF,… Read the full press release

Yunex Traffic Supports Bristol Airport’s Net Zero Journey with Rapid EV Chargers

Yunex Traffic has supplied new rapid DC chargers to support Bristol Airport’s growing electric vehicle fleet. The company is providing an ongoing maintenance and support service to ensure continued high availability and performance. Electrification of its fleet is a key part of the airport’s plan to be net zero by 2030. London, UK, 2023-Oct-15 —… Read the full press release

Bristol Airport Welcomes Clare Hennessey as Planning & Sustainability Director

London, UK, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Bristol Airport has appointed Clare Hennessey to the position of Planning & Sustainability Director. Previously working with EDF Energy leading the programme of planning and environmental consents required for the decommissioning of several nuclear power stations.  Clare brings a wide experience having worked in a number of… Read the full press release

Daimler Buses UK Focuses on eMobility and Workforce Expansion in Coventry

London, UK, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Daimler Buses UK Ltd shapes its future in eMobility and the workforce which make it. With funding from parent company Daimler Truck AG, Daimler Buses UK Ltd is well underway investing its electromobility infrastructure at its Coventry-based premises as well as increasing the number of employment opportunities… Read the full press release

South African Airways Teams Up with SunExpress for Fleet Support During High Demand Period

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) and SunExpress, have entered into a damp lease agreement that will allow SAA to operate a schedule utilising two SunExpress aircraft for a six-month period, commencing mid-October 2023. The first of the 2 aircraft was received yesterday. Sun Express, is a joint… Read the full press release

Cathay Cargo Terminal Marks 10th Anniversary with New International Branding and Vision for the Future

Focusing on digital leadership, sustainability leadership and expanding footprint into the Greater Bay Area Hong Kong, China, 2023-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo Terminal celebrated its 10-year anniversary of full operations at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) by rolling out its new marketing brand internationally and hosting a special party for customers and… Read the full press release

Mads Brandstrup Appointed as SVP of Communications and Public Affairs at SAS

Stockholm, Sweden, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Mads Brandstrup will assume the role of SVP Communications and Public Affairs at SAS, Scandinavia’s largest airline. In this role, he will work closely with CEO Anko van der Werff and oversee SAS’ comprehensive communication initiatives both internally and externally. Mads Brandstrup will report directly to SAS’… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Unveils New Livery to Celebrate Continued Partnership with PSG

Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Official Airline Partner and the Official Jersey Partner of the Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) team, Qatar Airways showcased its new livery on one of its Boeing 777. This marks another year of celebrating the strong partnership between Qatar Airways and PSG, creating an even more exciting… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines and HACU Celebrate 19 Years of ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award Program

¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award Program offers students across the U.S. the opportunity to stay in touch with family while pursuing higher education DALLAS, TX, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) celebrate 19 years of the ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award… Read the full press release

Emirates Renews Sponsorship of Dubai Hurricanes to Support Rugby Growth in the UAE

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates, a prominent and passionate supporter of rugby in the UAE, has renewed its longstanding sponsorship of Dubai Hurricanes as part of its commitment to growing the sport and connecting young people to the game in local communities. Over the years, Emirates has played a pivotal role… Read the full press release

Emirates Unveils New Amenity Kits Highlighting Endangered Species for Premium Economy and Economy Class Passengers

Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates Premium Economy and Economy Class customers on long haul flights globally will be treated to new complimentary amenity kits, now onboard. The amenity kits have been designed in partnership with United for Wildlife, to highlight eight of the most endangered species on the planet. Preserving wildlife and habitats… Read the full press release

dnata Celebrates Strong Partnerships with Local Suppliers for 175,000 Daily Meals in Australia

dnata’s catering teams throughout Australia produce over 175,000 meals per day dnata works closely with 120 local suppliers across Australia Local producers provide 2,700 tonnes of fruit and vegetables, 329 tonnes of red meat and over one million litres of milk annually Melbourne, Australia, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, a leading global air… Read the full press release

Qantas Announces Board Renewal Plans to Address Reputational Issues

Sydney, Australia, 2023-Oct-12 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Board announces plans for board renewal in recognition of the reputational issues facing the Group and to support restoration of trust in the company. Chairman Richard Goyder will retire prior to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in late 2024. As announced in May, non-executive director… Read the full press release

European Aviation Sector Unites to Enhance Efficiency and Sustainability for the Benefit of All Europeans

SURREY, UK, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Associations representing the European aviation sector today adopted a joint industry declaration announcing their intention to make Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world. In line with the EU’s Green Deal objective of reaching climate neutrality by 2050, and to optimise… Read the full press release

Etihad Cargo Expands US Network Partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)

Etihad Cargo has appointed Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) as the carrier’s cargo handling partner in the US. Etihad Cargo’s partners and customers will benefit from the cargo handling facilities provided by WFS across three US stations, including Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). PARIS,… Read the full press release

Qatar Airways Unveils the Enchanting ‘Qatar Airways Garden’ at Expo 2023 Doha, Blending Nature, Innovation, and Hospitality

The “Qatar Airways Garden” set to captivate audiences, reflecting the grandeur of Versailles Gardens with a contemporary Qatari touch Doha, Qatar, 2023-Oct-11 — /Travel PR News/ — As the Official Airline and Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar Airways proudly invites visitors to the “Qatar Airways Garden”. The mesmerising attraction, part of Expo 2023… Read the full press release

Embraer and German Aerospace Center (DLR) Forge Collaboration for Aviation Technology Advancements

São José dos Campos, Brazil, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Embraer and the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt; DLR) announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaboration regarding precompetitive technology research and development activities. The partners will evaluate the possibility of establishing a future cooperation on a wide range of activities,… Read the full press release

Finavia Offers Hassle-Free Parking Solutions for Passengers at Helsinki Airport

Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Finavia’s wide range of parking services serve passengers at Helsinki Airport, whatever their needs may be. Check out our tips for the smoothest parking! “It’s easy to get to Helsinki Airport by car. We offer the most suitable parking area for every need, whether you are going… Read the full press release

ERL Collaborates with SITA to Introduce Advanced Check-in and Bag Drop Services at KL City Air Terminal

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd (ERL) signed a service agreement with aviation technology provider SITA to equip ERL with SITA Check-in Kiosks and SITA Self Bag Drop services at KL City Air Terminal in KL Sentral.  The new facilities are expected to be installed and operational by Q2 2024…. Read the full press release

easyJet Partners with Airbus to Pioneer Carbon-Removal Initiative in Aviation Industry

London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — easyJet has become the first airline in the world to sign a contract with Airbus for its carbon-removal initiative. Available through the Airbus Carbon Capture Offer, the technology uses Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS), to offer airlines worldwide carbon removal credits to advance their decarbonisation goals…. Read the full press release

British Airways Announces 1,250 Avios-Only Summer Holiday Fares Starting at £1 + 25,500 Avios

More than 1,250 Reward Seats have been made available for August next year, and are expected to sell out in hours   Destinations include holiday hotspots Corfu, Ibiza and Mallorca All travel periods fall over the August Bank Holiday London, UK, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways has unveiled its latest Avios-Only flights,… Read the full press release

Max Verstappen Triumphs at Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix, Oracle Red Bull Racing Wins Constructors’ Cup

The airline encourages fans to secure their Ultimate F1® Fan packages for the remainder of the season before they sell out. DOHA, Qatar, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Amidst the shimmering lights of the Lusail International Circuit and the view of a waving checkered flag, Qatar Airways and Formula 1® fans alike roared with… Read the full press release

Vistara Adopts SITA’s Innovative Solutions to Cut Carbon Emissions by 15,000 Tons Annually

SITA eWAS will help Vistara flights avoid weather disruptions, while SITA OptiClimb will reduce carbon emissions by 15,000 tons yearly Gurugram, India, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has become the first Indian airline to deploy both SITA eWAS and SITA OptiClimb® solutions…. Read the full press release

Blue Islands Trials Direct Flights Between Jersey and the Isle of Man with Business Community Support

Guernsey, Jersey, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Blue Islands is trialling direct flights between Jersey and the Isle of Man, with connections to and from Guernsey, following engagement with the local business community. Rob Veron, CEO, Blue Islands said, “We’re excited to trial direct flights to the Isle of Man. Through surveys and discussions… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Expands Service from Kansas City with Exciting New Routes to the Caribbean and Mexico

Kansas City, MO, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In March 2023 Southwest Airlines announced that the carrier will increase its presence at Kansas City International Airport (MCI) with new routes and increased service. On Saturday, October 7 the carrier will launch new weekly nonstop service to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica… Read the full press release

Federal Aviation Administration Grants Over $3.3 Million for Zero Emission Vehicles at San José Mineta International Airport

SANTA CLARA, CA, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Anna Eshoo (CA-16), and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced that the Federal Aviation Administration will distribute $3,334,533 to the San José Mineta International Airport for zero emission vehicles under the Airport Improvement Program. The representatives were joined by San José… Read the full press release

easyJet Launches ‘Orange Drop’: Weekly Deals on Flights and Package Holidays

Starting with up to 15% off easyJet flights and extra savings on selected package holidays available to book now easyJet has launched ‘Orange Drop’ which will bring handpicked recommendations and the latest offers to customers each week Starting with up to 15% off more than half a million seats on selected flights to and from… Read the full press release

easyJet Marks 25 Years of Service at Belfast International Airport with Surprises and Expansion

Northern Ireland’s largest airline easyJet has celebrated 25 years of flying passengers to and from Belfast International Airport The airline operated its largest ever flying programme from Belfast International this summer with 9.4% per cent more capacity than pre-pandemic, flying 3.2 million seats The airline welcomed an 8th A320 family aircraft to the base for… Read the full press release

Munich Airport Introduces Smart Baggage Trolleys with Interactive Tablets for Enhanced Passenger Experience

MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from October 4th, passengers at Munich Airport can enjoy a more digital experience in the time before departure. Using a tablet on a carry-on baggage trolley, travelers can enter their flight data manually or scan their boarding card. They will then receive their flight information and… Read the full press release