Saudi Airlines Cargo Company launched two new Cargo routes from-to Athens, Greece & Marrakesh, Morocco starting June 2019, aiming to meet the growing demand for cargo operations & stimulate trade movement to/from both destinations. Athens is Saudia Cargo’s new destination to be operated year-round, with four weekly flights from Riyadh starting in June on-board the Billy-capacity of Saudia A-320 aircraft. Furthermore, Marrakesh destination is operated by Seasonal flights … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo launches new flights to Athens & Marrakesh
Airports & Ground Handling
Coordinated Effort to Safely Return 737 MAX to Service
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged state aviation safety regulators to continue to align on technical validation requirements and timelines for the safe re-entry into service of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The announcement came at the conclusion of the second Boeing 737 MAX Summit organized by IATA. “The Boeing 737 MAX tragedies weigh heavily on an industry that holds safety as its top priority. We trust the Federal Aviation Administration, in its role as the … [Read more...] about Coordinated Effort to Safely Return 737 MAX to Service
United Airlines Announces United Premium Plus
United Airlines announced that its newest premium seating, is on sale beginning December 3, for travel on select international flights starting March 30, 2019. The new premium economy experience will be available on 21 routes by the end of May 2019. “United® Premium Plus gives our customers more options so they can choose the best experience that fits their wants and needs when they travel,” said Andrew Nocella, United’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer. … [Read more...] about United Airlines Announces United Premium Plus
New contracts for WFS in Scandinavia
The Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is expanding it’s client portfolio in Scandinavia, as they add on three new airline cargo handling contracts to their pre-existing ones. In Copenhagen, WFS is now handling Ukraine International Airlines’ 10 Boeing 737 flights a week connecting the Danish capital with Kiev. WFS now provides cargo handling services to 25 online airlines in Copenhagen and ensures the highest levels of safety, security and service for some 110,000 tonnes per … [Read more...] about New contracts for WFS in Scandinavia
Air Astana opens new aviation technical centre
Air Astana, the award-winning Kazakh flag carrier, marked its sixteenth anniversary with the opening of a new Aviation Technical Centre at Astana’s Nursultan Nazarbayev international airport. The new Aviation Technical Centre enables Air Astana to undertake all aircraft engineering and servicing requirements up to heavy maintenance level. The project was financed by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development at a cost of US$ 19 million. The Aviation Technical Centre’s energy … [Read more...] about Air Astana opens new aviation technical centre
Airbus and Audi work together to develop end-to-end transportation service
Airbus and the German car manufacturer Audi have teamed up to develop real, near-term urban mobility solutions. Beginning this summer, Airbus – through its on-demand helicopter platform Voom – will partner with Audi to deliver an end-to-end transportation service, starting in São Paulo and Mexico City. This partnership will provide premium ground transportation serviced by Audi vehicles and helicopter transport via Airbus’ Voom service, allowing customers to have a seamless and … [Read more...] about Airbus and Audi work together to develop end-to-end transportation service
