Airlines
Turkish Airlines will soon offer free Wi-Fi on its fleet
Turkish Airlines is working to provide all passengers with free, unlimited, uninterrupted and fast connectivity service within two years, starting from the end of 2025. As part of this initiative, Turkish Airlines plans to retrofit its existing fleet with the latest in-flight connectivity (IFC) technologies and equip the new aircraft with the most efficient IFC technologies available. This will enable the carrier to extend the IFC service currently offered in the majority of its fleet to the entire Turkish Airlines’ fleet, providing all passengers with unlimited, uninterrupted, and...
WestJet partners with Accelya to deliver its ‘distribution vision’
Accelya has announced a new partnership with WestJet for its FLX Platform and the provision of New Distribution Capabilities (NDC). The newly announced deal will power WestJet’s strategy to deliver guest-centric retailing and distribution, with a focus on best-in-class servicing and flexibility enabling guests to book via the channel of their choice. The Accelya FLX Platform enabled more than half of all global New Distribution Capability (NDC) transactions in 2023 according to data from T2RL, an independent consultancy in travel technology and distribution strategy. Accelya...
IATA encourages Spanish government to adopt SAF recommendations
IATA has welcomed the approval of a non-binding legislative proposal to the Spanish government to promote the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Spain. The Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge Commission of Spain’s Congress of Deputies approved a proposal calling for the central government to: Provide incentives for SAF production Fund R&D for new SAF sources Establish public-private partnerships for SAF Develop strategies for access to waste and bio-material for SAF feedstock The proposal was presented by the People’s Party (PP) with...
Airlines, industry face disruptions due to global tech outage
Multiple industries around the world were facing disruptions on Friday after being hit by a global tech outage. In a statement, CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said that: “CrowdStrike is actively working with customers impacted by a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts. Mac and Linux hosts are not impacted.” Kurtz continued: “This is not a security incident or cyberattack. The issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed. We refer customers to the support portal for the latest updates and will continue to provide complete and continuous...
PLAY and partners host travel trade at Hamilton event to showcase services
PLAY Airlines teamed up with John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and Visit Iceland to host some of its Canadian travel trade partners at an event in Hamilton this week. The event took place at Hamilton’s Aberdeen Tavern, offering those attending a preview of some of Iceland’s magical landscapes that await travel advisors’ clients taking off on PLAY’s low-cost flights from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport to Iceland and beyond. The relaxed summer afternoon event also offered those attending a chance to learn more about the Reykjavik-headquartered...
Arajet starting sales operations from Punta Cana airport
Arajet has opened sales of routes that will connect the Punta Cana International Airport with North and South America; to strengthen the arrival of visitors in the eastern part of the country and continue to consolidate the Dominican Republic as the new air hub of the continent. Already, Arajet has started operations to connect Punta Cana with Sao Paulo, Toronto, Montreal, Santiago de Chile, Lima, Mexico City and Cancun; indicating that these routes will begin on Oct. 27, 2024 and will also include connections to other destinations in the continent. The announcement of Arajet’s...
Ryanair, Expedia Group announce Approved OTA partnership
Ryanair has announced its latest Approved OTA partnership with Expedia Group. This collaboration enables Expedia Group to offer Ryanair’s low-fare flights to its travellers, enhancing traveller choices and experiences for those seeking value and convenience. Dara Brady, Ryanair’s said: “We are pleased to announce our latest Approved OTA partnership with global travel tech leader, Expedia Group. Through this new agreement, Expedia Group travellers will be able to book Ryanair’s low-fare flights as part of their holiday packages or standalone bookings, with the guarantee of full...
BermudAir launches its first family getaway promotions
BermudAir has just launched a promotion that makes travel to Bermuda even more affordable for families. Under the airline’s first Kids Fly Free promotion, which invites travellers to enjoy the island family-style, there will be no base fare charged for children aged 12 years and under. The promotion applies to bookings made between July 17 and July 26, 2024 and allows for one eligible free child seat per full fare adult. Adam Scott, Founder and CEO of BermudAir, said: “We’re delighted to launch our first ever promotion for families with young children to enjoy the BermudAir...