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Uruguayan Air Force to Add A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft to Fleet
29/08/2024

Uruguayan Air Force to Add A-29 Super Tucano Aircraft to Fleet


The Uruguayan Air Force (Força Aérea Uruguaia / FAU) has ordered one A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, with options on five additional units, as part of a fleet renewal program. The deal includes mission equipment, integrated logistics services and a flight simulator. Delivery of the first aircraft is s...

Air Corsica Takes Delivery of ATR's 1,700th Turboprop Aircraft
28/08/2024

Air Corsica Takes Delivery of ATR's 1,700th Turboprop Aircraft


Air Corsica has expanded its fleet with what is the 1,700th ATR aircraft to be delivered globally. The delivery of this milestone ATR 72-600, also completes Air Corsica's full transition of its fleet of ATR -500 series to the latest generation of turboprop aircraft.

Boeing Forecasts Passenger and Cargo Needs of China's Aviation Industry
28/08/2024

Boeing Forecasts Passenger and Cargo Needs of China's Aviation Industry


Boeing has forecast that China will more than double its commercial airplane fleet by 2043 as its aviation industry expands and modernizes to meet growing demand for passenger and cargo air travel. According to Boeing's Commercial Market Outlook (CMO), China's commercial fleet will grow 4.1% annuall...

AirAsia to Launch Penang - Shenzhen and Kota Kinabalu - Shantou Flights
28/08/2024

AirAsia to Launch Penang - Shenzhen and Kota Kinabalu - Shantou Flights


AirAsia Malaysia (flight code AK) has confirmed that it will soon launch two new routes between Malaysia and China. The airline will launch four flights per week between Penang and Shenzhen on 28 October 2024, and thrice weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Shantou on 16 November 2024.

Minor Hotels to Open Anantara Resort Ubud Bali in October
28/08/2024

Minor Hotels to Open Anantara Resort Ubud Bali in October


Minor Hotels has confirmed that it will soon open the second Anantara resort in Bali, Indonesia. Located near the traditional hillside village of Banjar Puhu in the north of Ubud, approximately a 2.5-hour drive from Denpasar Airport (DPS), the Anantara Ubud Bali Resort is scheduled to welcome its fi...

IHG Signs Two Hotels in Quang Binh, Vietnam
27/08/2024

IHG Signs Two Hotels in Quang Binh, Vietnam


IHG has signed an agreement with Hai Thanh Hung Investment and Vietnam Royal Investment and Construction (VRIC) for two hotels in Quang Binh province, Vietnam. The deal covers the 68-villa voco Quang Binh Resort and 232-room Crowne Plaza Quang Binh City Centre.

Hong Kong Airlines to Resume Long-Haul Flights with Seasonal Gold Coast Service
27/08/2024

Hong Kong Airlines to Resume Long-Haul Flights with Seasonal Gold Coast Service


Hong Kong Airlines has unveiled plans to resume non-stop flights between Hong Kong and the Gold Coast of Australia. Flight HX015 is slated to depart from Hong Kong (HKG) on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 22:00, arriving at Gold Coast Airport (OOL) at 08:55, the following day. From the G...

Air Astana to Increase Flights to Phuket, Thailand; Signs Codeshare Deal with JAL
27/08/2024

Air Astana to Increase Flights to Phuket, Thailand; Signs Codeshare Deal with JAL


Air Astana will launch direct scheduled flights from Astana to Phuket, Thailand's largest resort island on 26th October 2024. Scheduled to take off on 26 October 2024, the airline will operate the Astana - Phuket service with three flights per week in addition to the existing Almaty (ALA) - Phuket s...

Marriott Opens Moxy Hotel in Mumbai, India
27/08/2024

Marriott Opens Moxy Hotel in Mumbai, India


Marriott has expanded its portfolio of hotels in India with the opening of the Moxy Mumbai Andheri West hotel, the brand’s first property in the city. The hotel is located approximately 9 kilometres from Mumbai International Airport (BOM) in the heart of Mumbai's vibrant Andheri West neighborhood,...

Torsten Richter Returns to Minor Hotels as AGM of Indonesia and Malaysia
26/08/2024

Torsten Richter Returns to Minor Hotels as AGM of Indonesia and Malaysia


Minor Hotels has appointed Torsten Richter as Area General Manager of Indonesia and Malaysia and General Manager of Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, effective 1 July 2024. In addition to managing the Anantara Desaru Coast, Torsten’s responsibilities will include oversight of the Avani Sepang...

Delta Begins Rollout of Free Wi-Fi on Long-Haul International Routes
23/08/2024

Delta Begins Rollout of Free Wi-Fi on Long-Haul International Routes


Delta has started rolling out free Wi-Fi on select long-haul international routes, with most transatlantic flights expected to feature the service by the end of summer. Transpacific (Asia, Australia and New Zealand) and South Africa flights are expected to be included by mid to late-2025.

Hong Kong Airport Reports Strong Increases in Cargo and Passenger Traffic
22/08/2024

Hong Kong Airport Reports Strong Increases in Cargo and Passenger Traffic


Hong Kong Airport (HKG) handled around 4.8 million passengers in July 2024, an increase of 24.7% year-on-year. During the month, cargo throughput was up 14.6% to 414,000 tonnes and flight movements increased to 31,100, up 29.3% when compared to July 2023.

IndiGo to Launch New Delhi - Vijayawada Flights
22/08/2024

IndiGo to Launch New Delhi - Vijayawada Flights


IndiGo has confirmed plans to launch flights between New Delhi and Vijayawada. Flight 6E 0689 is timed to depart from Indira Gandhi Airport (DEL) in New Delhi at 08:10, arriving at Vijayawada Airport (VGA) at 10:40. From Vijayawada, flight 6E 2178 is slated to leave at 11:10, arriving in New Delhi a...

Asiana Airlines and Air Serbia Appoint APG as GSA
22/08/2024

Asiana Airlines and Air Serbia Appoint APG as GSA


APG has been appointed as General Sales Agent (GSA) for Asiana Airlines in Malaysia and Air Serbia in Japan. APG will be responsible for a comprehensive range of sales and marketing activities for Asiana Airlines in Malaysia, including the promotion of the airline’s route network, fare offerings, ...

Minor Set to Open World's Third NH Resort in Maldives
22/08/2024

Minor Set to Open World's Third NH Resort in Maldives


Minor Hotels will open the first NH-branded resort in Maldives on 1 September 2024. Located in South Ari Atoll, approximately 35 minutes by seaplane and speed boat from Velana International Airport (MLE) in the capital Malé, NH Maldives Kuda Rah will offer guests access to some of the world's most ...

Marriott Partners Sonder to Add Over 9,000 Rooms to Portfolio
21/08/2024

Marriott Partners Sonder to Add Over 9,000 Rooms to Portfolio


Marriott has signed a long-term licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings in a deal which is expected to add over 9,000 rooms to Marriott’s portfolio by year-end, and approximately 1,500 rooms to its pipeline.

IndiGo Enhances Operations with Aviobook, an Electronic Flight Folder from Thales
21/08/2024

IndiGo Enhances Operations with Aviobook, an Electronic Flight Folder from Thales


IndiGo has enhanced operations with the implementation of Aviobook, an Electronic Flight Folder (EFF) from Thales. The iPad-based application, developed by pilots, replaces traditional paper processes and provides pilots with real-time access to critical flight information, including weather updates...

Boeing Invests in Wagner SAF Refinery in Brisbane, Australia
21/08/2024

Boeing Invests in Wagner SAF Refinery in Brisbane, Australia


Boeing is supporting the development of a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility in Brisbane, Australia by becoming an early investor in Wagner Sustainable Fuels. Boeing’s investment in the Wagner refinery is part of a strategy to support the development of local SAF supply and expand...

Thai AirAsia X to Resume Flights Between Bangkok and Sydney, Australia
21/08/2024

Thai AirAsia X to Resume Flights Between Bangkok and Sydney, Australia


Thai AirAsia X has confirmed plans to resume flights between Bangkok and Sydney, Australia. Flight XJ388 is set to depart from Bangkok's Don Mueang Airport (DMK) every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday at 07:00, arriving in Sydney at (SYD) at 20:35. From Sydney, flight XJ389 is scheduled to leave at 21:5...

IHG Opens Hotel Indigo in Bandung, Indonesia
21/08/2024

IHG Opens Hotel Indigo in Bandung, Indonesia


IHG has opened the second Hotel Indigo in Indonesia. Just a 30-minute high-speed train ride from Jakarta, the Hotel Indigo Bandung D**o Pakar is located 700 metres above sea level and offers a tranquil escape amidst the lush greenery and morning mists of Bandung.

airBaltic Appoints APG as GSA in Egypt
20/08/2024

airBaltic Appoints APG as GSA in Egypt


airBaltic has appointed APG as General Sales Agent (GSA) in Egypt. As part of the agreement, APG will deliver sales, marketing, reservation and ticketing services to enhance airBaltic’s routes and market presence in Egypt.

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines Partner Habitat for Humanity to Make a Difference in Cheonan
20/08/2024

Korean Air and Delta Air Lines Partner Habitat for Humanity to Make a Difference in Cheonan


Employees from Korean Air and Delta Air Lines joined forces last week to participate in a home building project in Cheonan, the largest and most densely populated city of Chungcheongnam Province in South Korea. The initiative, conducted in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Korea, aimed to provid...

Seibu Prince Rebrands Hotel in Singapore
20/08/2024

Seibu Prince Rebrands Hotel in Singapore


Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts has rebranded the Park Regis Singapore hotel as the Park Regis by Prince Singapore, following an extensive room refurbishment. Located in the heart of Singapore, Park Regis by Prince Singapore is situated along Merchant Road and is surrounded by the bustling city nightl...

Aeroflot to Resume Flights Between Yekaterinburg and Bangkok, Phuket and Goa
20/08/2024

Aeroflot to Resume Flights Between Yekaterinburg and Bangkok, Phuket and Goa


Aeroflot has confirmed that it will resume direct scheduled flights between Yekaterinburg and Bangkok and Phuket in Thailand, as well as Goa, India. The Goa service is scheduled to take off on 2 October. The airline will operate the route with thrice weekly flights from Koltsovo Airport (SVX) every....

Air Astana Takes Delivery of 56th Aircraft; Confirms Plan to Launch Phu Quoc Flights
19/08/2024

Air Astana Takes Delivery of 56th Aircraft; Confirms Plan to Launch Phu Quoc Flights


Air Astana has taken delivery of the group’s 56 aircraft, an Airbus A320neo. The Kazakh airline has also confirmed that it will launch flights between Almaty (ALA) and Phu Quoc (PQC) island in Vietnam on 28 October 2024.

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