Board of Directors Commences Global Search for Next President & CEO Richmond, B.C., 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver Airport Authority today (November 25, 2019) announced that Craig Richmond, President & CEO, has advised the Board of Directors of his plans to retire from YVR on June 30, 2020 after seven years leading the… Read the full press release
Richmond, B.C., 2018-Dec-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (December 5, 2018), Vancouver International Airport (YVR) received the ‘Accessibility Certified Gold’ rating under the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) program. YVR is the first airport to receive the rating and is the highest rated building in the program. “This year, YVR will welcome a… Read the full press release
CHECKITXPRESS system will expedite processing times as YVR experiences busiest year yet Richmond, B.C., 2018-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 18, 2018), Vancouver International Airport’s (YVR) Innovative Travel Solutions(ITS) and Glidepath, one of the world’s leaders in airport baggage handling, celebrated the installation of the first CHECKITXPRESS self-bag drop unit at YVR. CHECKITXPRESS is the world’s most… Read the full press release
New catering partner to help YVR meet record passenger growth Richmond, B.C., 2018-Feb-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver Airport Authority is pleased to announce that, after a global search and competitive application process, dnata Catering Services Ltd. (dnata) has been awarded a new license to offer in-flight catering services at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)…. Read the full press release
Richmond, B.C., 2018-Feb-03 — /Travel PR News/ — WestJet today (January 29, 2018) announced that it has again enhanced its schedule and connectivity out of its Vancouver hub to key business and leisure destinations in Canada and Mexico, adding 60 more flights weekly. “WestJet is again providing additional service to benefit both the business traveller… Read the full press release
New route between Asia and the Americas further links the two regions Richmond, B.C., 2017-Apr-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is pleased to welcome China Southern Airlines’ new three-times weekly Guangzhou – Vancouver – Mexico City service, which commenced on April 10, 2017. The new service, which uses a Boeing 787… Read the full press release
Richmond, B.C., 2016-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (November 24, 2016), China Eastern (MU) announced non-stop thrice weekly service to Nanjing, China starting on December 20. This new, year-round service marks the first connection between Canada and Nanjing, a city rich with tourist attractions, education and business opportunities. “Nanjing—what an amazing new destination,” said… Read the full press release
New services connect YVR to Frankfurt and London Richmond, B.C., 2016-Nov-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (November 9, 2016), Air Canada announced new, non-stop seasonal daily service to Frankfurt (FRA) and three-times weekly service to London Gatwick (LGW) for the summer of 2017. These new services will further expand Air Canada’s international hub at… Read the full press release
New ConnectYVR program announced to further grow traffic, create jobs Richmond, B.C., 2016-1-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will today serve its 20 millionth annual passenger, a new record for one of Canada’s fastest growing airports and a critical landmark in its trajectory towards 25 million passengers by 2020. “Our goal remains… Read the full press release
Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation signing reinforces BC-China ties Richmond, BC, 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation with Shanghai Airport Authority (SAA) designed to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations and jointly develop air services, cultural exchanges and business opportunities. “We are very excited… Read the full press release
Aviation safety partners team up to raise awareness about the dangers of laser use Richmond, B.C., 2015-6-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Vancouver Airport Authority (YVR), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Transport Canada joined forces to address the growing number of laser strikes on aircraft in the Lower Mainland. Aligned with Transport Canada’s national campaign,… Read the full press release
Air France brings Parisian Flare and 250+ new jobs to British Columbia Richmond, B.C., 2015-4-1 — /Travel PR News/ — Today, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) welcomed Air France’s inaugural flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). The non-stop flight marks the beginning of a new, direct service between Paris and Vancouver. “Bienvenue Air France! British Columbians… Read the full press release
PARIS, 2015-3-31 — /Travel PR News/ — On Sunday 29 March, Air France inaugurated its non-stop service between Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Vancouver international airport. Five weekly flights are operated by Boeing 777-200 equipped with 309 seats – 35 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy and 250 in Economy. As from 13 July, one of… Read the full press release
SYDNEY, 2015-2-4 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas has today announced it will return to Vancouver with an extended seasonal schedule, providing customers with new travel options over the North American summer and winter holiday seasons.* Qantas Executive Manager International Sales, Stephen Thompson, said the decision to return to Vancouver came at the end of… Read the full press release
Richmond, BC, Canada, 2013-12-11 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vancouver Airport Authority today announced the upcoming arrival of All Nippon Airways (ANA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The new daily non-stop service to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) begins March 30, 2014 and marks ANA’s first flight to Canada. “This new service will offer B.C. businesses more options to reach… Read the full press release
Richmond, B.C., 2013-06-21 — /travelprnews.com/ — Vancouver Airport Authority Board of Directors Chair Mary Jordan today announced the appointment of Craig Richmond to the role of President & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority. Under Richmond’s leadership, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will continue to grow as a global gateway, community contributor and North America’s best airport. A dedicated team… Read the full press release