Fraport’s Frankfurt Airport Implements Bidirectional Charging for Electric Vehicles, Supported by German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action

Fraport turning electric vehicles into mobile power storage units – Project supported by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Airport operator Fraport is gradually converting its fleet of vehicles to electric drives. Parallel to this, the charging infrastructure at Germany’s largest air… Read the full press release

Fraport USA Secures Center Management Concessions at Washington Dulles and Reagan National Airports

Fraport’s U.S. subsidiary selected during tender process – Contract scheduled to run from January 2024 until March 2034 Frankfurt am Main, Germany, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Fraport USA, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fraport AG, has prevailed in the bidding for the center management concessions at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan… Read the full press release

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays Introduce Exclusive Flights and Holidays to Morocco from Bristol Airport

London, UK, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have announced the launch of scheduled flights and holidays from Bristol Airport to Morocco for the first time. As a result of today’s announcement, the UK’s largest tour operator and third largest airline will operate year-round to the sunshine destination of Agadir, located on Morocco’s… Read the full press release

Ryanair Expands Winter 23/24 Schedule at Bristol with New Routes and Jobs

London, UK, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, announced its Winter 23/24 schedule for Bristol with 25 routes, including 2 new Porto and Venice routes, making for perfect winter sun and weekend city breaks. Ryanair will also operate even more frequencies on another 10 routes to popular winter sun destinations, such… Read the full press release

British Airways Rolls Out New Avios Collection Model for Flights Booked Today

Members will receive up to nine Avios per £1 spent on flights, as well as collecting on additional purchases such as pre-paid seat selection and upgrades This investment in the airline’s frequent flyer programme forecasts that 20 per cent more Avios will be issued to the airline’s customer base when compared to the current model… Read the full press release

British Airways Resumes Daily Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2024

London, UK, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — British Airways will launch daily flights to Abu Dhabi next year, following a four-year hiatus. Available to book , the route will begin operating on 20 April 2024, serving the UAE’s capital on a year-round basis from London Heathrow. Famous for its towering architecture, rich culture, desert… Read the full press release

Sevens Stadium in Dubai to Host Sports Tournaments and Family-Friendly Trib Fest in October

Head down to the stadium for a family-friendly day out with world-class sport, live music and entertainment Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — The Sevens Stadium is gearing up for a busy October, hosting family-friendly festivals and world-class sports. In the lead up to the Emirates Dubai 7s, the Sevens Stadium will host… Read the full press release

Emirates and Neste Expand Partnership for Supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

SAF will be used to power flights from Amsterdam Schiphol and Singapore Changi airports DUBAI, UAE, 2023-Oct-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Neste have expanded their partnership by solidifying their collaboration for the supply of over 3 million gallons of blended Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel in 2024 and 2025. The sustainable aviation fuel (SAF),… Read the full press release

SFO’s Pop-Up Retail Program Celebrates a Decade of Success in Supporting Small Businesses

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 2023-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — In September 2013, the San Francisco Airport Commission approved an innovative new concept at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO): a “pop-up” concession program, tailor-made for small businesses to gain access to the Airport, with move-in ready fixtures provided to reduce the initial start-up construction costs… Read the full press release

New CEO Thomas Woldbye Takes Charge at Heathrow, Focused on Service, Sustainability, and Growth

Thomas Woldbye has officially taken over as Heathrow CEO   His arrival marks a new chapter for Heathrow that will push innovation in passenger service, sustainability and growth at the airport over the next decade He is spending his first day meeting colleagues across the airport seeing first-hand what goes into making Britain’s hub one… Read the full press release

AB Jets Acquires Three Bombardier Challenger 3500 Aircraft, Expanding Fleet and Elevating Private Charter Services

AB Jets transforms its fleet by acquiring three Bombardier Challenger 3500 aircraft, with a contractual option to order a fourth by the end of 2023 With the acquisition, AB Jets enters the super-midsize category, embarking on an important new chapter for the company The bestselling Challenger 3500 jet remains a top choice for operators looking to offer… Read the full press release

ANA Marks 25 Years of Connecting Japan and Honolulu, Expands Services, and Launches Special Sweepstakes

In October 2023, ANA will commemorate 25 years of connecting travelers between Tokyo, Japan and Honolulu. The inaugural flight for ANA’s third Airbus A380 aircraft, known as “FLYING HONU,” is scheduled for October 20. ANA will launch a unique sweepstakes in celebration of these two significant milestones and as a sincere expression of appreciation for… Read the full press release

Readers Choice Awards 2023: EVA Air’s Outstanding Rankings in International Airlines

Luzhu District, Taiwan, 2023-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Conde’ Nast Traveler readers in the US voted EVA Air eighth among the top 10 Best International Airlines while those responding to Conde’ Nast Traveller in the UK ranked it ninth in the best airlines in the world. Respondents in both regions ranked EVA eighth of… Read the full press release

Qantas Announces Leadership Changes: Chief People Officer Appointment and Loyalty CEO Resignation

Sydney, Australia, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Qantas Group is announcing two changes to its senior management team, with the appointment of a Chief People Officer and the resignation of its Loyalty CEO. LOYALTY CEO Ms Wirth has been the CEO of Qantas Loyalty, which encompasses the airline’s 15 million member Frequent Flyer… Read the full press release

Heathrow Celebrates 25th Annual Business Summit, Inviting Local SMEs to Join Its Supply Chain

Heathrow’s Business Summit marks 25 years of helping local businesses to join the airport’s supply chain Companies are invited to join this year’s event and meet with airport bosses and Heathrow supply chain partners at the Heathrow Raddison Hotel, Bath Road on Thursday 16 November Register for free attendance at: https://heathrowbusinesssummit.com/ London, UK, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Voted Best Small Airport in USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards

Grand Rapids, Mich., 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport earned the top spot in the USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards for best small airport. The 20 finalists for the category were selected by a panel of experts and then voted on by the public. The panel consisted of editors… Read the full press release

Sun Country Airlines Announces New Service to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in 2024

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport announced Sun Country Airlines will begin service in June 2024. Sun Country Airlines is a low-cost air carrier focused on serving leisure passengers. Based in Minnesota, the airline offers flights to destinations in North America, Central America and the Caribbean…. Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines Announces Discounts on 170,000 Round-Trip Tickets for Upcoming ‘Time to Fly’ Travel Fair

Singapore, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) will offer discounts on more than 170,000 Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class round-trip tickets from Singapore to 71 destinations at its upcoming Time to Fly travel fair. The discounts are applicable for eligible flights1, for travel between January and September 2024. Online sales will… Read the full press release

Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A Set to Boost Passenger Capacity and Enhance Travel Experience

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — From November 1st, Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A, will begin operations bringing a major increase to passenger capacity in Abu Dhabi and strengthening the emirate’s standing as a global aviation hub. From November 1st, Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A, will begin operations… Read the full press release

Shannon Airport Tops Recovery Charts Among Irish Airports, Reports Air Service One Analysis

Shannon, Ireland, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — An independent analysis by global aviation publication, Air Service One, reveals Shannon Airport is Ireland’s best recovered airport. The publication recently revealed that in the first nine months of 2023 (January to August) Shannon Airport recorded a 14 per cent increase on 2019 passenger numbers, and 5… Read the full press release

Helsinki Airport’s MyFlight Service Enhances Passenger Experience and Journey Planning

Vantaa, Finland, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The MyFlight service, developed by Finavia, provides passengers with personalised information about their upcoming flight at Helsinki Airport. By subscribing to get the service by email, you can make the start of your journey even more hassle-free. “At Helsinki Airport, passengers are received by a revamped airport,… Read the full press release

dnata Travel Group Sweeps Six Awards at World Travel Awards Middle East 2023

Arabian Adventures, dnata Travel, dnata Representation Services and dnata Travel Management recognised for excellence Dubai, UAE, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata Travel Group brands across the GCC have won six accolades at the Middle East edition of the 2023 World Travel Awards. Representing the Travel division of dnata, a leading global air and… Read the full press release

airasia Superapp Named ‘Asia’s Best Travel Booking App’ at World Travel Tech Awards 2023

Award solidifies its position as a travel app, in line with its vision of being the region’s leading one-stop platform for travel with the best value Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — airasia Superapp, which will be renamed to airasia MOVE soon, clinched the ‘Asia’s Best Travel Booking App’ title at the… Read the full press release

AirAsia Announces 2024 Tourism Boost with FREE* Seats and Travel Discounts in Malaysia

Fly into Malaysia affordably with up to 50% off Flight + Hotel combo Travel with a peace of mind with 30% off Flight Delay Insurance and add-ons SEPANG, MALAYSIA, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — AirAsia, the World’s Best Low Cost Airline, has reinforced its commitment to further stimulate the Malaysian tourism industry in 2024… Read the full press release

Manchester Airport’s Aerozone Launches New Sustainability Curriculum to Educate Young People on Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Manchester, UK, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Thousands of young people from the North West are set to benefit from new sustainability lessons delivered at Manchester Airport’s on-site Aerozone. As part of its commitment to creating a more sustainable future, Manchester Airports Group (MAG), which also runs London Stansted and East Midlands Airports, has… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines Expands Winter Flight Program to Include Sevilla, Rovaniemi, and Kittilä

Direct flights to the birthplace of Flamenco twice a week Austrian Airlines expands its winter flight program with Rovaniemi, Kittilä, and Sevilla CCO Michael Trestl: “The increasing demand and sustained high travel interest from our guests, both in summer and winter, demonstrate their year-round desire for relaxation and sunshine. We have strategically expanded our winter… Read the full press release

Cathay Cargo, IATA, and Airport Authority Hong Kong Achieve Milestone with World-First ONE Record Shipment from Dongguan for Export via Hong Kong

Cathay Cargo accepts shipment in the Greater Bay Area using IATA ONE Record protocols prior to journey by sea and unloading for export from Hong Kong International Airport Hong Kong, China, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Cathay Cargo has worked with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK)… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines Unveils Major Upgrades to Rapid Rewards Program for 2024, Making Travel Rewards Easier for Members

Enhancements include lowering flight requirements and Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Card spend to reach A-List and A-List Preferred tier status faster; new perk for A-List Preferred; and more DALLAS, TX, 2023-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announced five enhancements to the award-winning Rapid Rewards®1 program. The enhancements reward the airline’s loyal Members by making it… Read the full press release

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