Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (UTX), estimates that its Pratt & Whitney GTF engine customers collectively have saved more than 150 million gallons of fuel valued at $270 million USD, while avoiding 1.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions since the engine entered service in 2016. The GTF engine program continues to attract new orders and is ramping up production deliveries, all while supporting a growing in-service fleet. Over the past year, the … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF engine fuel savings exceed $270M
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Weland Solutions acquires Compact Store and Kodverkstan
The Weland group has acquired the company Kodverkstan. The acquisition means that Weland Solutions now completely owns the WMS (Warehouse Management System) Compact Store, which was previously developed together with Kodverkstan. It is the new company Weland Software that handles Compact Store. Since 1999, when the two companies began to cooperate, approximately 400 customer installations of Compact Store have been made. Compact Store version 2.0 will be launched later … [Read more...] about Weland Solutions acquires Compact Store and Kodverkstan
Winners of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards announced
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the inaugural IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards in three categories: Inspirational Role Model: Christine Ourmières-Widener, CEO, Flybe High Flyer Award: Fadimatou Noutchemo Simo, Founder and President, Young African Aviation Professional Association (YAAPA) Diversity & Inclusion Team: Air New Zealand Nominations for the awards were adjudicated by a panel of four judges: Angela Gittens, Director … [Read more...] about Winners of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards announced
2019 Skytrax World Airline Awards announced
Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, has been recognized for 4 Star service excellence, retaining the accolade of "Best Airline in Central Asia and India" in the Skytrax World Airline Awards for the eighth consecutive year. The prestigious awards ceremony took place at the 53rd edition of the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget on 18 June 2019. The Skytrax World Airline Awards are recognised throughout the world as a valued benchmarking tool that is independent, impartial and … [Read more...] about 2019 Skytrax World Airline Awards announced
Lindbergh Innovation Forum debuts at Singapore Airshow 2020
The Singapore Airshow announced its partnership with the Charles A. and Anne Morrow Lindbergh Foundation, to present the Asian debut of itsLindbergh Innovation Forum at the Singapore Airshow 2020, taking place from 11 to 16 February 2020, at the Changi Exhibition Centre in Singapore. The Lindbergh Innovation Forum is a global platform to promote breakthrough innovation in aviation, from a name that is synonymous with the transformation of flight. It features inspiring and … [Read more...] about Lindbergh Innovation Forum debuts at Singapore Airshow 2020
Igus polymer plain bearings resistant to fungi and bacteria
For the building and vehicle technology as well as for the aircraft industry, mould is not only a great annoyance, but also a serious health hazard. To prevent this, it is not only important to use the right ventilation technology, but also to use mould-resistant components. Therefore, igus had its materials tested for mould growth. The result: all plain bearings are resistant to fungi and bacteria. If mould develops in ventilation systems, the mould spores in closed rooms, vehicles and … [Read more...] about Igus polymer plain bearings resistant to fungi and bacteria
