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Hahn Air partners with Air Moana

December 25, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Hahn Air welcomes Air Moana in its leading partner portfolio. Its flights are available in major GDSs under the Hahn Air Technologies X1 code. Travel agents in 190 markets worldwide can book the domestic airline from French Polynesia via the standard reservation process and issue tickets on the insolvency-safe HR-169 document.

Air Moana is a domestic carrier based at Papeete Faa’a Airport (PPT) in French Polynesia. It was founded in 2021 and it currently serves seven destinations with a fleet of two ATR72-600 aircraft.

More information about Air Moana and other Hahn Air partners is available under Partner Carriers.

Norse Atlantic Airways extending flights from Oslo to Bangkok

December 23, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Norse Atlantic Airways ASA (Oslo: NORSE) is pleased to announce the continuation of its highly successful direct flights from Oslo to Bangkok in the upcoming summer 2024 season. Following a highly anticipated launch in the winter of 2023, this route has quickly become a traveller favourite, connecting two vibrant cities and catering to the increasing demand for affordable direct flights to Thailand.

Fares start from NOK 3869 one way including all fees and taxes and are available to book now on www.flynorse.com

Norse Atlantic exclusively operates modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The cabin offers passengers a relaxed and comfortable travel experience with each seat including a personal, state-of-the-art entertainment experience. Our Norse Premium cabin offers an industry leading 43” seat pitch and 12” recline, allowing passengers to arrive at their destination feeling refreshed and ready to explore their destination.

Norse Atlantic offers two cabin choices: Economy and Norse Premium. Passengers can choose from a simple range of fares, Light, Classic and Flextra, that reflect the way that they want to travel, and which options are important to them. Light fares represent Norse’s value option, while Flextra fares include the maximum baggage allowance, two meal services and increased ticket flexibility.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Maersk launches new weekly service to the Port of Rades, Tunisia

December 20, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Port of Rades, Tunis, 20 December 2023 – AP Moeller – Maersk A/S (Copenhagen: MAERSKb) is proud to announce a new transport solution connecting the growing Tunisian market to its mainliner services to and from Europe, Middle East and Asia. The new weekly service started recently and is operated with a dedicated ro-ro vessel between the Port of Rades and the connecting hub port of Cagliari in Italy. Furthermore, the weekly service offers the best connection between Morocco and Tunisia.

The ro-ro vessel is leaving the port of Tunis Rade, Tunisia every Friday evening, calling the Cagliari, Italy on Saturday and connecting with our hub port in Tangier, Morocco on Thursday.

To ensure seamless and reliable logistics in Tunisia, Maersk has established a wide range of value adding services for customers including the availability of a bounded warehouse, airfreight, less than container load cargo (LCL) as well as supply chain and 4PL solutions. Other integrated logistics services enhancing customer satisfaction include customs service, inland transportation, insurance, depot services and cold chain logistics.

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Japan Air Lines launches web page to celebrate 70 years

December 17, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Tokyo, Japan – Japan Airlines Co Ltd (Tokyo: 9201) will commemorate the 70th anniversary of its first international flight on February 2, 2024. As the first Japanese airline to operate scheduled international flights, JAL has contributed to the exchange and trade of people and cultures between Japan and the world. And with its current extensive international network connecting 376 airports in 64 countries/regions, JAL is proud to serve a truly diverse mix of international customers.

To honor the memorable connections and stories created over the past 70 years, JAL is launching a special web page. Additionally, as a token of appreciation to its valued customers around the world, JAL is pleased to announce the launch of a special one month free in-flight Wi-Fi campaign on all international flights to celebrate the historic milestone.

【Specific Initiatives】
1. Launch of a Special Web page to Celebrate JAL’s 70th Anniversary of International Flights
A special web page will be launched on the JAL corporate website to celebrate the airline’s history and provide a digital destination for history enthusiasts to enjoy highlights, memories and stories covering the past 70 years of JAL’s international flight service. This page will include memorable stories from the past 70 years and the history of 70 years of international flight service.

2. Free Wi-Fi Campaign on International Flights
Introducing a special campaign for the first time, JAL will be offering complimentary Wi-Fi service on all international routes.
(1) Eligible travel period: Thursday, February 1 to Thursday, February 29, 2024
(2) Eligible routes/flights: All JAL-operated international flights (excluding code-share flights operated by other carriers).
*Details regarding the campaign, such as application procedures and instructions for connecting onboard, will be announced on the dedicated website at a later date.

Special Web page to Celebrate JAL’s 70th Anniversary of International Flights:
https://www.jal.com/en/jal-int-70th

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Major Wellington rail projects to take a leap forward this Christmas

December 17, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

December 18, 2023 – KiwiRail will make significant progress on several major rail projects around the Wellington region this Christmas, taking advantage of the annual network shutdown to work without interruption.

The Wellington region’s rail network will be closed to commuter trains from 26 December 2023 to 7 January 2024, with the Wairarapa Line staying closed until 14 January. Nearly 1,000 people will work on rail maintenance and projects across the network, with several sites operating 24/7 to maximise productivity.

KiwiRail Chief Capital Planning and Asset Development Officer David Gordon says that while important maintenance will be carried out during the shutdown, most of the planned activity relates to the Wellington Metro Upgrade Programme – a $700 million programme of works to upgrade existing rail infrastructure and build capacity to support Greater Wellington Regional Council’s plans for rail.

The complex re-signalling work at Wellington Railway Station will continue, alongside much-needed work on various tracks, foundations and platforms. This project is a major step towards modernising Wellington’s rail network and will improve safety in what is New Zealand’s most complex railway junction.

Round-the-clock work on the Kapiti Line will see the completion of the last major portion of the Plimmerton Station upgrade project. The upgrade, which includes adding a third track and platform at the station, will allow commuter trains that currently run from Wellington to Porirua to be extended to Plimmerton, helping with capacity at peak times. Bridge 23 (just north of Paekākāriki) will also be replaced.

KiwiRail will conduct maintenance on the Hutt Valley Line, largely between Ava Station and Taitā Station.

On the Wairarapa Line, renewal work will begin inside the Maoribank and Remutaka Tunnels to update the original track from 1955, and the old wooden bridge (Bridge 56) near Matarawa will be replaced. Capacity-building upgrades will start with work on a new passing loop at Woodside Station and the Fitzherbert St level crossing in Featherston.

Japan Airlines takes delivery of its first A350-1000

December 14, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Toulouse, France, December 14, 2023 – Japan Airlines Co Ltd (Tokyo: 9201) has taken delivery of its first A350-1000 from the Airbus Group SE (Paris: AIR) delivery centre in Toulouse. The A350-1000 is set to become the airline’s new international aircraft, initially flying on the prestigious Tokyo Haneda – New York JFK route.

JAL’s A350 is configured in four classes. The First Class features six Suites, each with a choice of three modes: sofa, seat and single bed or double bed. The Business Class also offers Suites, with 54 seats and privacy doors. Meanwhile, the Premium Economy Class (24 seats) and Economy Class (155 seats) both feature more personal space and comfort in their respective categories. JAL’s A350-1000 cabin has been designed to make passengers immerse in the elegance of Japanese aesthetics and tranquillity. Meanwhile, a serene ambiance highlights the beauty of Japan. The cabin’s stylish interior is tailored to a high quality, high comfort passenger experience which echoes JAL’s renowned service.

JAL has ordered 31 A350 aircraft, comprising 18 A350-900’s and 13 A350-1000’s. The carrier has been operating the A350-900 on high density Japanese domestic routes since 2019. The A350’s unique Airspace cabin is the quietest of any twin-aisle in the sky. It offers passengers and crews the latest modern in-flight products for the most comfortable flying experience. The aircraft’s new generation engines and use of lightweight materials make it the most fuel efficient large widebody aircraft. The A350 is the quietest aircraft in its class featuring a 50 percent noise footprint reduction versus the previous generation aircraft, making it a good airport neighbour wherever it flies.

Philippine Airlines and American Airlines launch new codeshare partnership

December 13, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Travelers gain seamless connections between the Philippines and the United States

Manila, Philippines & Fort Worth, Texas — Philippine Airlines parent PAL Holdings, Inc (Philippines: PAL) and American Airlines Group (Nasdaq: AAL) have launched a codeshare partnership that introduces the first marketed flights by a Philippine carrier to several U.S. destinations and allows American’s customers to travel to the Pearl of the Orient, Manila, and the beautiful beaches of Cebu.

American’s customers are now able to book tickets on aa.com for codeshare flights operated by Philippine Airlines to Manila and Cebu via Tokyo. Additionally, customers will be able to fly to Manila from Honolulu and Guam.

Philippine Airlines has placed its “PR” code on American’s flights between Los Angeles and seven U.S. cities: Atlanta, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, Orlando and Washington, D.C., enabling excellent connectivity with PAL’s trans-Pacific service.

Philippine Airlines operates twice-daily nonstop flights to Los Angeles, daily flights to San Francisco and multiple weekly flights to New York, Honolulu and Guam.

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Japan Airlines to debut new A350-1000 on Tokyo to New York City route

December 10, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

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Cathay Group orders Airbus A350F freighter

December 8, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Toulouse, France, December 2023 – Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways Limited (Hong Kong: 0293) has become the latest carrier to order the all-new Airbus Group SE (Paris: AIR) A350F, following the signature of a purchase agreement for six aircraft. The A350F will join the airline’s cargo division, Cathay Cargo, and will become a central element in its future fleet, bringing new levels of efficiency across its extensive network.

Currently under development, the A350F can carry a payload of up to 111 tonnes and can fly up to 4,700 nautical miles / 8,700 kilometres at significantly lower cost than any other freighter available today. This will enable it to serve all heavy cargo markets, including the world’s biggest freight route between Hong Kong and Anchorage.

Powered by latest technology Rolls-Royce Trent-XWB97 engines, the aircraft will bring a reduction in fuel consumption and carbon emissions of up to 40% when compared with the older 747F and is at least 20% more efficient than its competitor.

The A350F features the largest main deck cargo door in the industry, with fuselage length and capacity optimised around the industry’s standard pallets and containers. Over 70% of the airframe is made of advanced materials, resulting in a 46 tonne lighter take-off weight than the competing derivative. The A350F is also the only freighter aircraft that will fully meet ICAO’s enhanced CO₂ emissions standards, coming into effect in 2027.

Air New Zealand announces BETA’s ALIA launch aircraft for Next Gen Aircraft program

December 7, 2023 / WIL BALDWIN

Air New Zealand (NZX: AIR) has today announced the ALIA as the airline’s first purchase of a next generation aircraft in its Mission Next Gen Aircraft program.

Designed by electric aerospace company BETA Technologies, the battery-powered all-electric aircraft is expected to join Air New Zealand’s fleet in 2026. Air New Zealand is purchasing the conventional take-off and landing version of the ALIA.

The announcement follows an 18-month period of evaluation and diligence by Air New Zealand. Through the airline’s Mission Next Gen Aircraft program, it sought and received ideas and insights from 30 organisations, selecting four partners to work closely with on its goal of launching commercial flights using next generation aircraft in 2026. BETA’s ALIA is the first commercial order in the program.

Air New Zealand will initially operate the aircraft as a cargo only service in partnership with New Zealand Post, on a route being selected through an expressions of interest (EOI) process with airports across Aotearoa.

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