SpiceJet Successfully Defeats Willis Lease Finance’s Insolvency Bid
SpiceJet, the Indian low-cost carrier, has successfully thwarted an insolvency bid initiated by Willis Lease Finance after the National Company… Read More »
BBN Airlines Indonesia Secures $6.2 Million Funding from Avia Solutions Group
BBN Airlines Indonesia, a charter startup based in Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta, has successfully secured funding of IDR 96.1 billion (USD 6.2… Read More »
Marriott International Plans Significant Luxury Expansion with 2024 Hotel Openings
Marriott International has achieved a significant milestone by celebrating the opening of its 500th luxury hotel, The St. Regis Riyadh,… Read More »
Hyatt and Hilton Garden Inn Lead in Online Reputation Among US Hotel Brands
A recent ranking by SOCi, a tech company specializing in managing online presence for large brands, has identified Hyatt and… Read More »
Belarus Bans Landing of Aircraft from EU without Special Authorization
The government of Belarus has implemented a ban on the landing of any aircraft entering from European Union airspace, effective… Read More »
Japan Airlines to Start 767 Freighter Operations in Mid 2024
Japan Airlines (JAL) is gearing up to launch dedicated freighter operations with B767-300ER(BCF) aircraft from February 19, 2024, subject to… Read More »
Philippines’ Cebu Pacific Inks Damp Lease Deal with Bulgaria Air
Cebu Pacific Air has entered into a damp lease agreement with Bulgaria Air to lease two A320-200s for a period… Read More »
Chile’s SKY Airline Applies for US Authorisation
Chilean carrier SKY Airline has submitted an application for a US Foreign Air Carrier Permit (FACP) and exemption, with plans… Read More »
SAS Scandinavian Airlines to Begin Transition to SkyTeam in 2024
SAS Scandinavian Airlines is set to initiate the process of leaving Star Alliance and joining SkyTeam in the spring of… Read More »
Uganda Air Cargo Plans Revival with $266 Million Recapitalization
Uganda Air Cargo (UCC), a subsidiary of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) under Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) control, is… Read More »
Universal Orlando Resort Set to Expand with Two New Hotels in 2025
Universal Orlando Resort has unveiled plans to enhance its accommodation offerings with the introduction of two new hotel properties –… Read More »
Hyatt Hotels Unveils Robust Pipeline of Over 35 Luxury Properties Worldwide by 2025
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has disclosed ambitious plans for its development pipeline, featuring more than 35 luxury hotels and resorts set… Read More »
Los Angeles Hotel Industry Celebrates as Homeless-In-Hotels Measure Withdrawn
In a significant win for the hotel industry in Los Angeles, the proposed Homeless-In-Hotels measure has been withdrawn from the… Read More »
Palladium Hotel Group Unveils ‘Bravo Dinner & Dance’ Experience in Riviera Maya
Palladium Hotel Group and Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts have introduced a new immersive dining and entertainment experience, titled “Bravo… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Repurchases 50% of Government’s Preference Shares for HK$9.75 Billion
In a significant financial move, Cathay Pacific Airways has announced the successful buyback of 50% of the government’s preference shares,… Read More »
US Travel Association Unveils Future IPW Host Cities Up to 2030
The U.S. Travel Association has made a significant announcement, revealing the host cities for its prestigious IPW international travel trade… Read More »
Air France-KLM Secures €1.5 Billion in Apollo Financing for Flying Blue Loyalty Program Subsidiary
In a significant financial move, Air France-KLM and private equity firm Apollo Global Management have successfully concluded a financing transaction,… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Leaning Towards Airbus for Potential A350F Order
Cathay Pacific (CX), the world’s fifth-largest cargo airline, is reportedly favoring Airbus over Boeing as it contemplates an upcoming freighter… Read More »
Delta Air Lines Completes Retirement of CRJ200s from Regional Fleet
Delta Air Lines has officially retired its last CRJ200ER aircraft from its regional network on December 1, 2023. The retirement… Read More »
Ryanair Addresses Fake Engine Parts in Routine Checks
Ryanair has revealed the discovery and replacement of unauthorized engine parts in two of its aircraft during routine inspections. The… Read More »
Air Astana Plans Dual Listing with 1Q 2024 IPO
Air Astana (KC, Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev) is reportedly gearing up for its long-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the London… Read More »
Turkmenistan Airlines Receives First Boeing 777-300ER
Turkmenistan Airlines, based in Ashgabat, has welcomed its inaugural Boeing 777-300ER to its fleet, with the arrival of EZ-A781 (msn… Read More »
Thai Smile to Cease Operations by End of 2023
Thai Smile (WE, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) is set to conclude all operations and shut down by December 31, 2023, as announced… Read More »
The Bahamas Sets New Tourism Record with Eight Million Visitors in 2023
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation has proudly announced a historic achievement for the year 2023. The stunning… Read More »
AirAsia X Plans Capital Raising Following Exit from PN17 Status
AirAsia X (D7), the long-haul low-cost carrier, is considering raising fresh capital after successfully exiting Bursa Malaysia PN17 status. CEO… Read More »
VisitBritain Explores the Impact of Soccer on UK Tourism and Its Cultural Influence
The influence of Premier League soccer on US tourism to the United Kingdom has been profound and far-reaching. Initially a… Read More »