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American Airlines is experimenting with a new technology aimed at enforcing boarding order among passengers. The Fort Worth-based airline is testing software that alerts gate agents when someone attempts to board before their group is called. This initiative was first reported by View from the Wing and confirmed by The Points Guy (TPG) through an American Airlines spokesperson.
Hundreds of thousands of American public sector workers have experienced the effects of the Janus decision, a Supreme Court ruling from June 2018. The decision prohibits union bosses from mandating public sector workers to join or pay dues as an employment condition.
Labor strikes at hotels in major U.S. cities continue with no resolution in sight, as more than 5,000 workers remain on strike. The affected hotels are affiliated with major brands such as Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, and Omni in Boston, Honolulu, San Francisco, and Seattle. Unlike earlier shorter protests, the current strikes are indefinite.
Elodie Berthonneau has been appointed as Vice President Asia-Pacific at Lufthansa Cargo, effective October 1, 2024. She will oversee the sales and handling operations in significant markets for the company, including China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines and Oceania. Before joining Lufthansa Cargo, Berthonneau was with Qatar Cargo as Vice President Network Planning and Strategic Partnership.
Severious Kale-Dery, a senior staff writer at Graphic Communications Group, was among five Ghanaian journalists invited by Delta to visit the airline's headquarters in Atlanta. The trip included a flight experience in the Delta One cabin and exclusive VIP Select service, all expenses covered by Delta.
Cathay Pacific has introduced its new Business class, the Aria Suite, along with updates to its Premium Economy and Economy classes on the retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The upgraded aircraft made its debut on the Hong Kong-Beijing route on October 18, 2024, and will gradually be introduced on other routes. A ceremony at Hong Kong International Airport marked the introduction of these new features.
Los Angeles World Airports board members and executives gathered at Los Angeles Southwest College to celebrate the graduation of the 22nd cohort from the HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program. This event marked a significant milestone as the program reached its 500th graduate.
Korea's Incheon International Airport, a prominent global transportation hub, offers various facilities and services to enhance travelers' experiences. Delta Air Lines, a major U.S. airline serving Korea since 1947, operates from Terminal 2 alongside its partner Korean Air.
Eurowings, the German airline, is expanding its direct flight services to Dubai. Jens Bischof, CEO of Eurowings, announced a significant increase in capacity for the Winter 2024/25 schedule. "Dubai, with its futuristic skyline, is not only a vibrant business hub but also a magnet for more and more leisure travelers. With our value offer, you can experience the exciting mix of winter sun, desert sands, and skyscrapers without a layover and at very attractive prices," stated Bischof during an event with tourism experts in the Emirate.
Long Beach Airport has reported a 38% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2016 and renewed its Level II Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International. Mayor Rex Richardson stated, “With a 38% reduction in emissions since 2016, Long Beach Airport is showing what’s possible when you prioritize sustainability and innovation.” The renewed accreditation was announced at the Airports Council International-North America Annual Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Federal Express Corporation, a leading global express transportation company, has announced the European launch of FedEx Surround®, an advanced monitoring and assistance solution designed to optimize logistics and supply chain management. This initiative aims to enhance package control and visibility for customers. The rollout will begin in the healthcare sector across the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland. Other European markets and sectors are expected to be included by late 2024 and early 2025.
Air New Zealand is celebrating a significant milestone as it marks 30 years of direct flights between Auckland and Queenstown. Over the past decade, the airline has transported more than seven million passengers on this route. This summer, Air New Zealand plans to operate up to 116 return services weekly, increasing to 156 during the Christmas period.
Icelandair has entered into two codeshare agreements with Atlantic Airways and Air Greenland, announced during the Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavik.
FedEx has successfully completed a mission to transport six giant pandas between China and the United States. The operation involved two flights, with the first departing from Atlanta, Georgia, to Chengdu, China, carrying four pandas. The second flight transported two pandas from Chengdu to Washington, D.C.
Emirates is restructuring its commercial operations to support global growth, effective from November 1. The airline's commercial teams manage key relationships and revenue targets across 138 destinations in 80 countries.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has unveiled the EWR Vision Plan, a comprehensive strategy for redeveloping Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). This plan aims to elevate the 96-year-old airport's status in national rankings by implementing three major projects: constructing a new Terminal B, enhancing airside taxiways, and redesigning roadways.
Aviation Future Week (AFW), organized by Emirates Airline and the Museum of the Future, concluded in Dubai, bringing together leaders from aviation, aerospace, airfreight, maintenance, overhaul & repair (MRO), and logistics. The event featured discussions on innovation and future technologies.
Federal Express Corporation, conocida como FedEx, ha lanzado en Europa su solución de monitorización e intervención llamada FedEx Surround®. Este servicio está diseñado para mejorar la gestión de la logística y la cadena de suministro al proporcionar un mayor control y visibilidad sobre los envíos. La implementación comenzará con el sector sanitario en varios países europeos, incluyendo Alemania, Bélgica, España, Francia e Italia.
Venmo, a popular money transfer app, facilitates easy and quick transactions among users. Owned by PayPal since 2013, Venmo is recognized for its mobile-first design and social media-like news feed that publicly displays transactions unless set to private.
Delta Air Lines has announced a $1 million donation to aid relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The storms, which struck within two weeks of each other, have impacted hundreds of thousands of people.