Lindsay Garvey-Jones succeeded by Michelle Laverick as chair
Lindsay Garvey-Jones succeeded by Michelle Laverick as chair
Industry figures wanted ‘to help shape financial protection landscape’
The recent deadline extension on installing 3D-security scanners at airports reduced the risk of summer chaos. Ian Taylor reports
Qatar Airways has announced the expansion of its network to include Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in a strategic move to enhance connectivity within Africa and beyond. Commencing from June 1, 2024, the airline will increase frequencies to Luanda, Angola, while introducing a new route to Kinshasa.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a comprehensive report, “Reassessing Single Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector,” aiming to assist airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain in mitigating the environmental impacts of single-use plastic products (SUPP) in aviation.
Europe’s national tourism authorities convened in Albania for the 70th meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Europe, focusing on collaborative solutions to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities in the post-pandemic tourism landscape. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili lauded Albania’s exemplary leadership in tourism recovery and discussed sustainable tourism development with Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Japan Airlines (JAL) has maintained its prestigious “5-Star Airline” status for the seventh consecutive year, as awarded by Skytrax. This recognition underscores JAL’s commitment to delivering exceptional service and products to its customers. The airline’s approach, centered around the concept of “Design Your Story,” emphasizes tailoring the travel experience to individual preferences.
Ministers urged to remove Electronic Travel Authorisation fee from airside transit travellers
Minor Hotels has inked a significant deal with The Cavaleros Group to manage a hotel in Johannesburg’s Sandton district, marking the introduction of the NH Collection brand to Africa. Scheduled to commence operations on July 1st, 2024, the 329-key property will undergo refurbishment before rebranding as NH Collection Sandton.
Hilton, a global hospitality giant, is poised to revolutionize the Canadian hospitality scene with ambitious growth strategies. With 180 hotels currently open and nearly 90 in the pipeline, Hilton aims to increase its portfolio by 50% over the next five years. The company’s expansion efforts span diverse brands, from lifestyle-oriented options like Canopy by Hilton and Motto by Hilton, to premium economy with Spark by Hilton, and focused-service offerings such as Tru by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton.