Munich Airport Sees Surge in Air Travel Demand, Expanding Routes to Asia in 2024

(IN SHORT) Munich Airport is experiencing a significant rise in air travel demand, evident from the increased number of aircraft movements in its 2024 summer flight schedule. Starting on March 31, nine airlines are planning to operate 107 weekly flights to 14 destinations across East and South Asia, reflecting the growing interest in these regions…. Read the full press release

AirJapan Announces New Narita-Incheon Route for 2024

AirJapan, the new ANA Holdings brand for medium-haul international routes, announced it will begin service on the Narita-Incheon route on February 22, 2024. One-way fares departing from Tokyo Narita will start at 8,000 yen, with customizable options for combining different services to meet the personalized needs of customers. Under the concept of “Fly Thoughtful,” AirJapan… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways becomes a Major Partner of Japan Football Association to support national team tours and promote social issues awareness

ANA and the Japan Football Association have reached a basic agreement on the promotional “JFA Major Partner” contract. In addition to supporting the Japan national team’s domestic and international tours, ANA will participate in social and sustainability initiatives. The agreement will run from February 27, 2023 to December 31, 2026. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2023-Mar-01 — /Travel… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways Partners with ITOCHU Corporation and Raven SR Inc. for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production and Procurement

MOU calls for production of SAF by Raven SR utilizing local waste in US and Europe markets. Following the procurement agreement with Neste signed in 2020, ANA and ITOCHU will cooperate in establishing a supply chain for utilizing SAF produced by Raven SR. Tokyo, Japan, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA),… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways earns SKYTRAX 5-Star rating for 10 consecutive years

Rating recognizes ANA for its high-quality of products, services, and staff onboard and at the airport. ANA is the only airline in Japan to receive the 5-Star rating from SKYTRAX for the 10th consecutive year. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2022-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline, received the prestigious 5-Star designation… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways introduces new vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free meals starting November 1

Beginning November 1, ANA will offer new vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free meals on international flights in an effort to further promote the “universalization of food” as part of its ANA Future Promise initiative. The new menus are part of a special collaboration with THE CONNOISSEURS member Chef Hideki Takayama and ANA Chefs, available to all passengers. ANA… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways announces inaugural service of its ANA Green Jet

The ANA Green Jet will feature a livery inspired by its ANA Future Promise (AFP) program with operations and services focused on promoting sustainability and reducing CO2 emissions. The new aircraft will enter service on the Tokyo Haneda – San Francisco route on Oct. 5, 2022. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2022-Oct-05 — /Travel PR News/ — All… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways introduces “SUITE DINING” at ANA SUITE LOUNGE at Haneda Airport and Narita Airport

Beginning April 27, a new set meal service “SUITE DINING” will be offered at ANA SUITE LOUNGE at Tokyo Haneda Airport and Tokyo Narita Airport. The mobile meal ordering system currently available at ANA lounges at Haneda Airport will be newly introduced at ANA lounges at Narita Airport. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2022-Apr-28 — /Travel PR News/… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways launches special limited promotion featuring art and characters of the anime TV series “Demon Slayer”

The campaign starting from Dec. 1 will include aircraft sporting livery inspired by the TV animation series. The special jet will be in service from late January, 2022, as we plan to introduce 2 aircraft within this fiscal year. Domestic flights will feature limited edition Demon Slayer cups and toys, while episodes of the show… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to offer PCR tests in multiple languages for passengers departing from Japan

From November 12, ANA will expand referral service to medical institutions offering a set of PCR tests and certification forms for negative result for passengers on international flights departing from Japan. Test results will be available in multiple languages including English and Chinese, and certificates will be issued according to the designated forms of over… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways offers new range of healthy in-flight dining options

As part of the “ANA Future Promise” initiative, ANA aims to realize “Delightful, kind-hearted & comfortable skies for everybody” through the universalization of food Beginning on October 1, four types of Diabetic, Low Fat, Low Calorie and Low Salt meals on ANA international flights will be renewed, offering a choice of menus that incorporate the… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to operate cargo freighters connecting Hangzhou and Tokyo

In response to increased demand, ANA will employ Boeing 767 freighter to connect Hangzhou and Tokyo in June. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2021-Jun-09 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight consecutive years, will operate cargo freighters connecting Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) and Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways invites customers to participate in IATA Travel Pass app trial

Eligible customers are invited to participate in the trial, through which ANA will validate the testing and verification components of the IATA Travel Pass app Trials will be conducted from May 24 until June 6 on Tokyo/Haneda – Honolulu and Tokyo/ Haneda – New York/JFK routes Tokyo, Japan, 2021-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ — All… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to temporarily change flight frequency to select cities due to the widespread of COVID-19

In March, ANA will continue to offer one daily round trip on the Tokyo Narita = Manila route until March 31. During April ANA will offer two additional flights on the Tokyo Haneda = Bangkok route while also offering two additional round trips between Tokyo Narita = Mumbai on an interim basis. From April 19,… Read the full press release

Pfizer, DHL Global Forwarding Japan and All Nippon Airways start COVID-19 vaccines distribution

Joint partnership for the delivery of COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer, DHL Global Forwarding Japan and ANA shows the strength of each company’s goods and services across the global network. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2021-Feb-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Pfizer Inc. (hereinafter “Pfizer”), DHL Global Forwarding Japan (hereinafter “DHL”) and All Nippon Airways (ANA) has commenced distribution… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways temporarily changes flight frequency to select cities due to the impact of COVID-19

Starting on April 1, the flight schedule for the Tokyo Narita = Kuala Lumpur route will be changed. From April 19, ANA will resume daily operation of the Tokyo Narita = Manila route, while the flight schedule for the Tokyo Haneda = Washington D.C. and Tokyo Haneda = Houston routes will be changed. TOKYO, JAPAN,… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways teams up with Toyota Industries to further develop robotic baggage loader and autonomous towing tractor at Saga Airport

The second round of trials for the robotic bag loader and autonomous towing tractor will occur from December 14-18.  Tests will build upon insights from previous implementation and accelerate the real-world adoption of these innovative technologies. Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways wins FlightGlobal’s Decade of Airline Excellence Award

Award given to ANA for its top performance in the Asia-Pacific region over the past 10 years. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Dec-08 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for eight consecutive years was presented with FlightGlobal’s prestigious Decade of Airline Excellence Award for the Asia-Pacific region. The award comes… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways expands its THE CONNOISSEURS culinary program with traditional Japanese cuisine of Yoshihiro Takahashi

Takahashi is the owner chef at Hyotei, a Kyoto restaurant renowned for its traditional Japanese cuisine with its history over 400 years. His meals will be served to North America and Europe -bound first-class passengers from September to November 2021. Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways temporarily changes flight frequency to select cities due to the widespread impact of COVID-19

Services for Narita = Qingdao and Narita = Guangzhou routes will be resumed, with ANA offering one round trip per week until the end of November. Hanoi – Narita flight will increase from two flights per week to five flights per week. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA) will… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to help mechanics identify and predict future risks through virtual reality training

The VR training will equip ANA’s mechanics to react in real-life scenarios. Innovative technology will help ANA continue to improve its outstanding safety record. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Feb-27 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, will be introducing virtual reality (VR) training designed to help… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways introduces Sony’s noise-cancelling headphones to all First Class passengers on international routes

Starting March 15, Sony’s noise-cancelling WH-1000XM3 headphones will be available for all First Class passengers during the flight. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Feb-26 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, will make Sony’s innovative noise-cancelling WH-1000XM3 headphones available to all First Class passengers on international routes…. Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways announces partnership with renowned sake sommelier Yasuyuki Kitahara

New selections will be available both in-flight and at ANA SUITE LOUNGEs starting March 2020. Updated sake menu featuring 46 premium brands was carefully curated after sampling selections from 319 different sake brands. Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-star airline for seven consecutive years, has… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to collaborate with Toyota Industries to trial advanced automatic towing tractor at Chubu (Nagoya) Centrair International Airport

ANA continues to emphasize development of autonomous technologies with collaboration. Tests to build on insight gained from previous trials at Kyushu-Saga International Airport. Tokyo, Japan, 2020-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA, Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, will collaborate with Toyota Industries Corporation (Toyota Industries) to conduct tests… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways will distribute chocolates to passengers on all Valentine’s Day flights

All passengers on board flights on Feb. 14 to receive complimentary chocolates to commemorate Valentine’s Day. First Class and Business Class passengers on select international flights will receive exclusive ANA chocolates from PIERRE HERMÉ. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Feb-12 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years,… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways trials an autonomous electric bus at Haneda International Airport

Autonomous electric bus allows simplified travel within the airport, boosting convenience for both passengers and staff. Trials demonstrate how ANA continues to promote technological innovation in the aviation and airline industry. ANA illustrates the commitment to the environment by using eco-friendly electric buses to reduce carbon emission. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Jan-24 — /Travel PR News/ —… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways to open a state-of-the-art new lounge in Tokyo Narita International Airport

The lounge will offer gourmet food options and a bright, open relaxation space for passengers flying out of Narita International Airport’s Terminal 1, Satellite 2. The lounge’s interior design was overseen by the renowned designer Kengo Kuma. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest 5-Star airline for seven… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways recognized for its exceptional service and reliability in providing on-time performance in 2019

ANA named top performer in Asia Pacific for the second year in a row. Improved score places ANA second among global airlines. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2020-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, has been recognized by travel data and analytics firm Cirium for its… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways introduces Alipay compatibility in China

ANA is giving passengers flying to or from select Chinese airports the option to receive compensation in case of cancellation or delay caused by the bad weather through Alipay. TOKYO, JAPAN, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, is giving passengers flying to… Read the full press release

All Nippon Airways adds three new world-class chefs and an international cuisine collaboration menu to its “THE CONNOISSEURS” in-flight menu

New additions with backgrounds in French and Japanese cuisine will bring the number of participating chefs to 19. Dating back to 2013, THE CONNOISSEURS offers award winning chefs the opportunity to create original in-flight menus. ANA will also collaborate with chefs in Mexico City and Seattle to launch distinct regional menus for flights departing from… Read the full press release