ETIHAD AVIATION GROUP OPENS MULTI-PURPOSE SHARED SERVICES CENTRE IN BELGRADE

Facility to perform shared services functions, including Contact Centre and Loyalty Operations for EAP carriers “Centre of Excellence” allows EAP airlines to compete in a complex and competitive global market Provides new job opportunities for Serbian nationals and furthers economic growth in Serbia EAP Shared Services, part of Etihad Aviation Group, has opened a new global Shared Services centre, in Belgrade. The EAP Shared Services centre was officially opened today, Monday 13 March, by Aleksandar Vučić, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia; James Hogan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Aviation Group, and Siniša Mali, Mayor … Continue reading ETIHAD AVIATION GROUP OPENS MULTI-PURPOSE SHARED SERVICES CENTRE IN BELGRADE

Getting to know the First BBJ MAX 7 Order

Business Jets announced the sale of the first BBJ MAX 7 today at the Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA). The BBJ MAX 7 was ordered by an undisclosed customer based in the Asia Pacific region. “The BBJ MAX 7 is an exceptional business jet and we know our customers will be thrilled with the airplane,” said David Longridge, president, Boeing Business Jets. “The 7,000 mile range will connect key city pairings that were previously not possible in a BBJ and increased cabin and cargo space makes this an unbeatable business jet.” The BBJ MAX 7 is longer than the … Continue reading Getting to know the First BBJ MAX 7 Order

The world’s most modern corporate jet family

Airbus delivers broadest spread of aircraft sizes and capabilities Even after sixteen years of writing on aviation, Airbus and its modern and comprehensive corporate jet family that offers customers the greatest choice of the world’s widest and most spacious cabins still impresses me with their new styling and cost saving innovations. In a recent meeting with Airbus team, we were introduced to the latest offering ranging from the Airbus ACJ318 all the way up to the double-deck ACJ380, allowing clients to select the comfort they want in the size that they need. The Airbus ACJ318, ACJ319, ACJ320 and ACJ321 cabins … Continue reading The world’s most modern corporate jet family

Turkish Airlines launches flights to Seychelles

Already flying to 48 destinations in Africa, Turkish Airlines will increase its flight network by adding Seychelles as another destination in the continent, bringing the total number of destinations that Europe’s best airline serves to 243 worldwide, and 49 in Africa. With the addition of Seychelles, Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other airline by serving 117 countries will promise a great experience for users of the new route from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a one stop in Istanbul, Turkey. Three weekly flights will be operated on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, and the passengers … Continue reading Turkish Airlines launches flights to Seychelles

ETIHAD AIRWAYS NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE

Etihad Airways was named ‘Best International Airline – Offline’ at the 2016 Travel Agents’ Association of New Zealand (TAANZ) National Travel Industry Awards held in Auckland on 10 September. Voted for by the New Zealand travel industry, the award recognises the airline’s world-class product and service. Etihad Airways’ General Manager for Australia and New Zealand, Sarah Built, who accepted the award on the airline’s behalf, said: “I’d like to thank our travel industry partners throughout New Zealand for their vote of confidence and ongoing support. Ms Built acknowledged Etihad Airways’ equity partner Virgin Australia and codeshare partner Air New Zealand … Continue reading ETIHAD AIRWAYS NAMED BEST INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE

AIR SEYCHELLES PROMOTIONAL FARES

Air Seychelles has introduced special promotional fares from Seychelles to Hong Kong and Singapore to celebrate the recently expanded codeshare partnership with Jet Airways, bringing these vibrant shopping centres closer to Seychelles archipelago. Air Seychelles offers special promotional fares for … Continue reading AIR SEYCHELLES PROMOTIONAL FARES

Aviation leaders to gather in Dublin

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global air transport industry are gathering in Dublin, Ireland for the Association’s 72nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. The AGM will open with keynote addresses by Shane Ross TD, Ireland’s Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, and Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu, President of the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). “Dublin is set to be the capital of the global air transport industry as leaders gather for the 72nd IATA AGM and World Air Transport Summit. The airline industry’s most senior leaders will … Continue reading Aviation leaders to gather in Dublin

SITA’s baggage robot LENDS PASSENGERS A HAND 

Recently, passengers arriving at Geneva Airport received help with their bag drop from Leo, an innovative baggage robot developed by air transport IT provider SITA, which is being trialed outside the airport’s Terminal 1. Leo, a fully autonomous, self-propelling baggage robot has the capacity to check in, print bag tags and transport up to two suitcases with a maximum weight of 32kg. It also has an obstacle avoidance capability and can navigate in a high-traffic environment such as an airport. Leo provides a glimpse into the future of baggage handling being explored by SITA Lab and is the first step to … Continue reading SITA’s baggage robot LENDS PASSENGERS A HAND