Finnair

Finnair and DB Schenker join forces in reducing GHG emissions for cargo transport

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Finnair and DB Schenker have initiated their sustainability collaboration by signing an agreement for DB Schenker to purchase nearly 400 tons of scope 3 CO2e reductions, equaling approximately 120 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Finnair. Both companies are committed to increasing the use of sustainable aviation fuel to reduce the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to air cargo transport. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a safe, certified, and renewable alternative to fossil … [Read more...] about Finnair and DB Schenker join forces in reducing GHG emissions for cargo transport

Finnair strengthens customer and revenue focus with Executive Board appointments

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Finnair has appointed Simon Large (BA) as Chief Customer Officer as of 1 October 2024 and Christine Rovelli (MBA) as Chief Revenue Officer as of 10 September 2024. Finnair’s current Chief Commercial Officer Ole Orvér will leave his position in Finnair Executive Board and work as executive advisor at Finnair until 31 December 2024. Simon Large will head Finnair’s new Customer Experience, Loyalty and Marketing Unit and be responsible for driving Finnair’s product offering, marketing and brand, … [Read more...] about Finnair strengthens customer and revenue focus with Executive Board appointments

Finnair completes rollout of its €200 million new long-haul cabin

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Finnair has completed the rollout of its new 200 million euro long-haul cabin renewal, with all long-haul aircraft now refurbished. The project included the launch of an entirely new Business Class seat, a brand-new Premium Economy cabin, and a refreshed Economy Class, giving customers the ultimate onboard experience. The state-of-the-art cabin was first launched in 2022, and within the space of two years, has been rolled out to the airline’s entire long-haul fleet of A350s and A330s. … [Read more...] about Finnair completes rollout of its €200 million new long-haul cabin

Finnair sees positive outlook for cargo towards summer

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Finnair specialises in passenger and cargo traffic between Asia and Europe, and last year the network airline’s cargo revenue was up by as much as 88.3 percent year on year. In December it had a record month in terms of cargo revenue. Payload Asia talks to Fredrik Wildtgrube, Finnair’s cargo head, to see how business is doing amidst supply chain disruptions, digital transformation and everything in between. Can you give us an overview of your network? What makes this route between Europe and … [Read more...] about Finnair sees positive outlook for cargo towards summer

Finnair’s first A350 XWB makes its maiden flight

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The first A350 XWB for Finnair has completed its first flight in Toulouse. The aircraft will now enter the final production phase including further ground checks and flight tests. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in the coming weeks. Finnair will become the first airline in Europe to operate the A350 XWB and the third operator in the world. Finnair has purchased a total of 19 A350 XWBs and will operate its fleet on premium long haul routes, beginning with services between Helsinki … [Read more...] about Finnair’s first A350 XWB makes its maiden flight