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News from October 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina is making efforts to welcome tourists back to its scenic towns. The hurricane, which hit at the end of September, caused significant flooding and damage across the region. As a result, major attractions like Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway remain closed as they undergo recovery operations.
Star Alliance has announced the appointment of Ambar Franco as Vice President, Customer Experience. This move is part of the alliance's ongoing efforts to enhance customer satisfaction across its network. Franco will focus on improving various aspects of the customer journey, from booking to post-travel loyalty. She joins Star Alliance with a wealth of experience in the travel industry, having previously held senior roles at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.
Emirates has introduced a new culinary experience for its customers at the Moët & Chandon Champagne Lounge, located in the Concourse B Business Class Lounge at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport. The lounge features a unique design with 2,400 gold leaves and offers four varieties of Moët & Chandon champagne: Impérial, Rosé Impérial, Nectar Impérial, and Grand Vintage 2013.
Recognizing the significance of health and wellbeing, the Emirates Group has actively supported the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) since its inception. Since 2017, over 51,000 employees have participated in this annual fitness event, contributing to a culture of health within the organization.
Matthew Gonzales, an AT&T Mobility employee in Southern California, has filed federal charges against his employer and the Communications Workers of America (CWA) union. He claims that both parties have collaborated to impose a "company union" on workers without proper employee support, violating federal labor laws. Gonzales is being assisted by attorneys from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation.
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx) is joining forces with NielsenIQ to present a webinar on October 29, aimed at helping Korean e-commerce businesses penetrate the U.S. K-beauty market. The event will offer insights into market trends and consumer behavior, alongside strategies for entering the U.S. beauty sector.
Alaska Airlines has introduced a new offer for its Visa Signature credit card, providing an opportunity for applicants to earn 60,000 bonus miles and a companion fare. This offer is available to those who spend $3,000 or more on purchases within the first 90 days of opening their account.
Cathay Pacific has reported its traffic figures for September 2024, revealing significant growth in both passenger and cargo operations compared to the same period last year.
FedEx is collaborating with NielsenIQ to support South Korean companies entering the U.S. K-beauty market. On October 29, they will host a webinar focused on strategies for navigating this rapidly growing sector. The event aims to provide insights into market trends, consumer behavior, and effective entry strategies for the U.S. beauty market.
FedEx, one of the world's largest express transportation companies, announced at the 2024 North Bund International Shipping Forum in Shanghai that it will upgrade its FedEx Shanghai International Express and Cargo Hub at Pudong International Airport to an intercontinental transit center. The announcement was made by Eddy Chan, Senior Vice President and President of China for FedEx Express, alongside government officials during the forum's opening ceremony.
Amazon has introduced a new benefit for its Prime members, allowing them to save 10 cents per gallon at select gas stations across the United States. This announcement was made on October 23.
Federal Express Corporation, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp and one of the largest express transportation companies globally, recently concluded its innovation competition, Digithon 2024. This event highlights FedEx's focus on leveraging creative problem-solving and smart technology to enhance supply chain resilience.
Boeing has released its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, reporting revenue of $17.8 billion. The company experienced a GAAP loss per share of ($9.97) and a core loss per share (non-GAAP) of ($10.44). These figures primarily reflect the impact of an International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) work stoppage and previously announced charges on commercial and defense programs.
Federal Express Corporation, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., has been recognized as the first and only global end-to-end transportation and logistics service provider to achieve ISO 9001 certification for 30 consecutive years. This milestone is unprecedented in the transport industry.
Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg addressed employees today, outlining his vision for the company's future as they reported third-quarter 2024 results. Ortberg emphasized the need for unity in overcoming current challenges and shared his prepared remarks ahead of a financial results webcast.
Two graduate students at Vanderbilt University have taken legal action to block a subpoena demanding their personal information, which is being sought by the Vanderbilt Graduate Workers United (VGWU), an affiliate of the United Auto Workers union (UAW). The students, identified as "John Doe 1" and "John Doe 2," have enlisted the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation for assistance in challenging this demand.
The Air New Zealand Sweetstake, a nationwide event featuring a giant jar filled with lollies, concluded with the revelation that the jar contained 729,370 lollies. The competition invited participants from across New Zealand to guess the number of lollies in the jar as it traveled through 11 regions.
dnata, a global provider of air and travel services, has announced the promotion of Hiranjan Aloysius to Regional CEO for dnata Catering & Retail in the Asia Pacific region. This change is effective immediately.
John Wayne Airport has released its statistics for September 2024, showing a decline in passenger numbers compared to the same month last year.
IHG Hotels & Resorts will conclude its long-standing partnership with The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort by the end of 2024. This decision ends a nearly 15-year affiliation between these properties and IHG's InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand. Despite the termination, IHG One Rewards members can still earn points on existing bookings for stays until March 31, 2025.