Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) has dropped its plan to buy a 49 per cent stake in Myanmar airline, Asian Wings Airways, blaming "intensified'' competition in the country as it quickly emerges from years of economic isolation. Asian Wings operates an A321-100 and three ATR72-500s on scheduled flights throughout Myanmar, as well as to neighbouring Thailand. “Competition between new and old airlines in Myanmar has intensified, bringing rapid changes in the external … [Read more...] about ANA backs out of Asian Wings stake
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ANA takes delivery of first B787-9 Dreamliner
Boeing and All Nippon Airways (ANA) have celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first B787-9 Dreamliner. ANA will become the world’s first airline to operate both the B787-8 and B787-9 variants of the Dreamliner family when the airline launches B787-9 services on domestic Japanese routes in August. With this delivery, ANA will have 29 B787s in its fleet, more than any other operator in the world. “The 787 Dreamliner is a key element in our growth strategy and … [Read more...] about ANA takes delivery of first B787-9 Dreamliner
All Nippon Airways orders three more B777s
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has ordered three additional B777-300ER aircraft The order, valued at approximately US$945 million at current list prices, will increase the total number of B777s in ANA’s fleet to 57 aircraft, once delivered. “The addition of three new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will further strengthen ANA Group’s long-haul network,” said Shinichiro Ito, president and CEO of ANA Holdings Inc. “The acquisition of our new 777-300ER airplanes will … [Read more...] about All Nippon Airways orders three more B777s
ANA boss complains about government support for JAL
ANA President and CEO Shinichiro Ito questioned whether public aid for bankrupt Japan Airlines distorts Japan's competitive environment. Testifying before a government committee, Ito said JAL's turnaround program is progressing "haphazardly," according to a Nikkei report. JAL is receiving around Â¥900 billion (US$9.6 billion) in government support to ensure its survival as it navigates through a court-monitored bankruptcy restructuring. … [Read more...] about ANA boss complains about government support for JAL
ANA boosts cargo hub ops out of Okinawa
All Nippon Airways is looking to create a profitable Asian cargo business within two years using Naha Airport, with operations beginning in early November. The cargo hub, located on the southernmost island prefecture of Okinawa will link Japan’s three international airports in Tokyo and Chiba and Osaka with those in Seoul, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei and Bangkok via Naha Airport. … [Read more...] about ANA boosts cargo hub ops out of Okinawa
Japan Post pulling out of cargo JV with ANA
Japan Post Service Company is planning to pull out of an international air cargo joint venture with All Nippon Airways, according to a Jiji Press report. Japan Post Service, a subsidiary of Japan Post Holdings, intends to sell its entire 33.3 per cent stake in the cargo carrier, ANA and JP Express to the airline company, the report said quoting unnamed sources. ANA currently holds 51.7 per cent in ANA and JP Express. The rest is owned by Nippon Express and Mitsui OSK Lines. Japan Post … [Read more...] about Japan Post pulling out of cargo JV with ANA