Italian flag carrier Alitalia has named Silvano Cassano as CEO of ‘new Atilalia’, which will become effective after it closes a major investment deal with Abu-Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Airways. Cassano has more than 35 years of experience in senior management roles across a number of industries. He has also served as chairman and CEO of Italian shipping company Grandi Navi Veloci, CEO of global fashion brand Benetton Group, CEO of Fiat Auto Financial and Consumer Services, and … [Read more...] about Alitalia names new CEO
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AeroGround seals deals with Etihad, AirBridge
Munich Airport's ground handling subsidiary AeroGround has succeeded in securing a long-term contract for landside and airside passenger and aircraft handling services with the Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways. A full handling agreement has also been signed with the Russian cargo airline AirBridge Cargo (ABC). The agreement with Etihad Airways covers the ramp-side aircraft handling through AeroGround. In addition, the contract with AirBridge Cargo covers freight handling through Cargogate. ABC … [Read more...] about AeroGround seals deals with Etihad, AirBridge
Cathay tops out terminal, unveils livery
Cathay tops out terminal, unveils livery Cathay Pacific Airways has marked the completion of the first phase of construction of its new HK$5.5 billion (US$ 706 million) Cathay Pacific Cargo Terminal at Hong Kong International Airport and unveiled its new freighter. The carrier also used the occasion to unveil its latest aircraft, a new Boeing 747-8 Freighter, complete with a unique one-off livery which includes a special name, Hong Kong Trader, in recognition of the city’s position as … [Read more...] about Cathay tops out terminal, unveils livery
Etihad to resume Sri Lanka flights
Etihad Airways is set to resume flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo, Sri Lanka following an end to civil conflict in the country, it said. The airline will operate four A320 flights a week starting in January 2010. … [Read more...] about Etihad to resume Sri Lanka flights
Etihad to resume Sri Lanka flights
Etihad Airways is set to resume flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo, Sri Lanka following an end to civil conflict in the country, it said. The airline will operate four A320 flights a week starting in January 2010. … [Read more...] about Etihad to resume Sri Lanka flights
Abu Dhabi reports further cargo growth
Like neighbouring Dubai, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) has reported ongoing growth in cargo and passenger movements with a 6.2 per cent increase in cargo volumes in August, year-onyear and a 12.4 percent rise in aircraft movements. The airport’s cargo volumes were given a boost from new services by Maximus, China Airlines and Etihad’s expanding network. “In this challenging time for the aviation industry, Abu Dhabi International Airport is still seeing … [Read more...] about Abu Dhabi reports further cargo growth
