Airlines
Absolutely Transformational
“It’s absolutely transformational for the business on every level,” observed Porter Airlines’ president and CEO, Michael Deluce when asked about the acquisition of up to 100 Embraer E195-E2. Deluce continued: “Porter has always shaped the market by offering competitive fares and differentiated service, which adds up to great value for travellers. Our team is working incredibly hard to do this again and it will be a big sense of accomplishment when that first aircraft takes off.” He pointed out that the new aircraft are “the most environmentally-friendly option...
Ben Gurion Airport Going Digital In 2023
The Israel Airports Authority (IAA) has announced that Israel’s main international gateway, Ben Gurion Airport, will become a digital airport in 2023, in a bid to shorten lines for check-in and eliminate the initial security check. The IAA says digitization will make it possible to turn procedures for a flight overseas into an independent "touch and play" process, with more than NIS 50 million allocated to the digital airport project. Eyal Carlin, Tourism Commissioner for North America, Israel Ministry of Tourism, said: “It’s exciting to see projects come to life that will...
Avianca Group Connects With Sabre
Sabre Corporation has announced that Avianca Group’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) content is now available to travel agencies, travel buyers and developer partners in several countries. Avianca Group – which includes Avianca Airlines as well as Avianca Costa Rica, Avianca Ecuador and TACA International Airlines – is the first Latin American carrier to distribute its NDC offers through Sabre’s marketplace. The Colombia-based airline group plans to roll out its NDC content in two initial waves: The first one started on Aug. 1; the second is targeted for Aug. 15 and is...
Southwest Airlines Signs Multi-Year Deal with ATPCO
ATPCO has deepened its partnership with Southwest Airlines through two new agreements including Express Contracts, providing highly valued corporate contract automation, and Routehappy. Southwest signed multi-year agreements to utilize Routehappy and Express Contracts. With its Routehappy agreement, the carrier’s travel experience options are presented in its own brand voice, in multiple languages, regardless of sales channel – and in the most visually appealing display that highlights the benefits of flying on Southwest. ATPCO’s Routehappy content brings unique airline fares,...
Air Canada Issues First TCFD Report
Air Canada has issued its first report aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer at Air Canada, said: “We are proud and pleased to release our first TCFD-aligned report, reinforcing Air Canada's long-standing commitment to transparency on Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) matters, while underscoring our ongoing work towards achieving our long-term goal of net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally by 2050.” Rousseau continued: “Our objective is to provide investors and other...
Canada Jetlines Receives AOC From Transport Canada
Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd. has received its air operating certificate (AOC) from Transport Canada, granting approval to initiate operations out of its travel hub at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Securing the AOC confirms that Canada Jetlines has all required professional capabilities and adheres to all safety regulations needed for aircraft operations. Canada Jetlines looks forward to its inaugural flight and will be releasing new destinations and updated scheduling shortly. Eddy Doyle, CEO of Canada Jetlines, said: “The entire team at Canada Jetlines is...
WestJet Takes Off From Winnipeg To Los Angeles
WestJet has announced the addition of service between Winnipeg and Los Angeles, beginning Oct. 31, 2022. The route will operate three-times weekly on a year-round basis, strengthening ties and convenience in transportation between Winnipeg's expanding television and film industry and Los Angeles. John Weatherill, WestJet, Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said: “It was an honour to attend today's celebration that is the result of the collaborative partnership between Winnipeg Airports Authority, Economic Development Winnipeg, the Government of Manitoba and...
Air Canada Offers Operational Update
In its latest update, Air Canada outlined its operational improvement initiatives implemented in response to the challenges the global airline industry has encountered emerging from the pandemic. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive of Air Canada, said that: “At Air Canada, we know how much our customers value travel and their reliance on us to transport them safely, comfortably and without disruption. This is always our goal and we share with them their disappointment that, coming out of the pandemic, the global industry faltered due to the unprecedented challenges of...