Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, March 5, 2024, PRNewswire – Boeing co. (NYSE: BA) and Ethiopian Airlines announced today an agreement for the East African airline to purchase eight 777-9 passenger airplanes and the potential for up to 12 additional jets.

Ethiopian Airlines’ selection of 777-9 jets positions the carrier as the first 777X customer in Africa and builds on its landmark 2023 order for 11 787 Dreamliner and 20 737 MAX airplanes to modernize and grow its fleet.

Boeing airplanes make up more than half of Ethiopian Airlines’ current fleet, including 29 787 Dreamliners, 20 777s, three 767s, 27 Next-Generation 737s and 15 737 MAX jets. Ethiopian Airlines and Boeing continue to explore opportunities to further develop the country’s aerospace industry, including support for Ethiopian Airlines’ MRO capabilities, industrial development, training capabilities at the Ethiopian Aviation University and STEM education, as well as equipping the Ethiopian Museum of Science with aerospace exhibits.

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Toulouse, France, March 4, 2024 – American Airlines Group (Nasdaq: AAL) has signed a firm order for an additional 85 Airbus Group SE (Paris: AIR) A321neo aircraft, taking its total order for the aircraft type to 219 aircraft.

American Airlines took delivery of its first A321neo in February 2019, and 70 have been delivered as of January 31, 2024. The airline is the world’s largest operator of A320 Family aircraft, the world’s largest A321 operator (CEO and NEO) and the largest customer for the A321neo in North America.

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KiwiRail teams will be returning to the Western Line this month to complete Rail Network Rebuild work– requiring a change in train timetables.

KiwiRail will be working at numerous sites between Newmarket and New Lynn between 10 March and early May.

Between 11 March and 24 April, trains will only be able to run on one of the two tracks while the other is being worked on. Over this period trains will run on a revised schedule – every 20 minutes throughout the day and every 30 minutes in the evening.

People should use the AT Mobile app and AT Journey Planner to help plan their usual journeys and AT’s contact centre (09 366 6400) can also assist. AT Ambassadors will help customers at key stations the week commencing Monday 11 March.

Virgin Australia is pleased to confirm the approval of its Cabin Crew Enterprise Agreement (EA), with provisional results indicating an overwhelming 90 per cent voting Yes for the new EA. This is the first time in the history of the airline that the EA covering our domestic Cabin Crew has been approved on the first ballot and marks a significant milestone for Virgin Australia and our team members.

The Agreement has the full support of both the TWU and FAAA and locks in higher salaries, new or improved allowances, overtime, and other work and lifestyle benefits for our Cabin Crew team members.

This is a positive outcome for Virgin Australia team members and reflects our constructive negotiations with both unions.

Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, announces the grand opening of the Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa, a captivating new destination located in the adventurous heart of Honolulu. The hotel is set to redefine Oahu’s hospitality scene with a seamless blend of accessibility and indulgence, satisfying today’s discerning travelers with an urban, residential experience, effortless discovery and immersive island activities.

Situated near the world’s largest open-air retail oasis, Ala Moana Center, and the island’s cosmopolitan coastline, the soaring 39-story oasis in the sky features 187 meticulously designed rooms and suites and 112 welcoming residences with panoramic ocean and mountain range views. As one of Renaissance Hotels’ featured services, the on-property Navigator serves as a friendly, neighborhood ambassador and can connect guests with local experts as well as help them discover the best things to savor, shop and see across the island. Revitalized wellness is a core value for Renaissance Honolulu, offering residents and guests personalized wellness rituals at Uhiwai Spa, home to Oahu’s first traditional Japanese ofuro. In addition, concierge service includes a daily Mercedes shuttle for easy exploration and customized pre-arrival groceries delivered via room service.

Set within walking distance to the Ala Moana Center, the world’s largest open-air shopping center, and the lively microbrewery and urban art scene in Kaka’ako, Renaissance Honolulu offers premiere access to the island’s best activities. Discover the neighborhood with bespoke shopping experiences and explore its pristine coastline and popular surf breaks. Partnerships with local shops such as Aloha Got Soul, Na Mea, MONO Hawaii, Paiko and Surf Garage showcase the hotel’s commitment to supporting the community while enriching the guest experience.

Arlington, Virginia, February 29, 2024 — The U.S. Navy has awarded Boeing (NYSE: BA) a $3.4 billion contract to begin manufacturing 14 P-8A Poseidon aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force and three additional P-8’s for the German Navy.

In November 2023, Canada announced its decision to acquire the P-8A Poseidon to replace its current fleet of CP-140 Aurora’s. The first P-8A for Canada is expected to deliver in 2026.

With the P-8 acquisition, Boeing’s economic commitments to Canada have the potential to generate annual benefits of more than 3,000 jobs for Canadian industry and value-chain partners, and at least $358 million to Canada’s gross domestic product over a 10-year period.

Following the initial procurement of five P-8 aircraft in June 2021, Germany added three additional aircraft to bring the total number of P-8’s for the German Navy to eight. The first aircraft will be delivered in 2025, to replace the country’s fleet of P-3 Orion aircraft.

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The Lufthansa Group’s most recent airline, Lufthansa City Airlines, will take off in summer 2024 – now the first destinations have also been confirmed. The airline will initially fly to the following destinations from Munich: Berlin, Hamburg, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Hanover as well as Birmingham, Bordeaux and Manchester. In the following months, Lufthansa City Airlines will gradually expand its network and offer further destinations in Europe.

By ordering 40 Airbus A220-300 aircraft and a further 20 purchase options, the Lufthansa Group has set a clear signal for the future of the new airline. The competitive strengthening of the short-haul network is essential for strengthening the Lufthansa Group’s market position and the planned growth of Lufthansa long-haul routes.

Passengers on board Lufthansa City Airlines can expect the Lufthansa product offering and customer experience for short and medium-haul routes. The first two of four Airbus A319 aircraft to be deployed this year have already been painted in the new Lufthansa City livery.

Flights will be available from the end of April via the familiar Lufthansa Group sales channels.