United Airlines today announced the appointment of Jan Krems as president of United Cargo and vice president United Airlines. Krems takes over the role held by Robbie Anderson who was president of United Cargo since 2010. Anderson's departure came as surprise to much of the industry and the reasons for his departure have been the subject of much conjecture. In his new role, Krems will be responsible for all aspects of United Cargo's sales, revenue management, operations, … [Read more...] about Jan Krems named president of United Cargo
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5 US carriers salivating over Haneda slots
Five US carriers including the country’s four largest have applied for coveted slots at Tokyo's downtown Haneda airport, two months after a landmark agreement was reached between the US and Japan to relax restrictions on flights between the two countries. Among the carriers seeking slots are: Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Continental Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Delta and United are the two biggest US carriers serving Japan. … [Read more...] about 5 US carriers salivating over Haneda slots
United posts $63 million loss for Q3
UAL Corporation, the holding company of United Airlines, reported a net loss of $63 million for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2009. Cargo revenue for the quarter decreased 43 per cent year-over-year as a result of lower volumes and continued pressure on yields due to the weak economy, the group said. "United's significant presence in the Pacific export markets, which have been particularly impacted by the weakness in the global economy, continues to disproportionately affect its cargo … [Read more...] about United posts $63 million loss for Q3
UA to continue with Aer Lingus outsourcing
United Airlines said Wednesday it will press ahead with a controversial plan to outsource some international flying to Aer Lingus despite further cutbacks at the Irish carrier, according to Dow Jones. The airlines announced an "innovative" plan last January that would see Aer Lingus operate flights from Madrid to the US beginning in March on behalf of United, but using Aer Lingus planes. Aer Lingus said Wednesday that it will cut a sixth of its workforce and is reviewing its remaining longhaul … [Read more...] about UA to continue with Aer Lingus outsourcing
One year postponement for UAL China flights
United Airlines has received permission from the US Transportation Department to delay the start of flights between San Francisco and Guangzhou, China until June 2010 because of the steep drop off in demand. The move follows that of other US carriers, Northwest Airlines, American Airlines and US Airways who have all delayed the start of service between the US and China in the last year. … [Read more...] about One year postponement for UAL China flights
Aer Lingus and UAL extend transatlantic tie-up
Aer Lingus and United Airlines (UAL) have announced an extension of their code-sharing relationship on select long haul services between Europe and North America. The two said the new partnership will capitalise on the growth opportunities presented by the Open Skies agreement between the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) by opening new transatlantic non-stop services. The partners will launch service between Washington Dulles and Madrid, with daily operations from March 2010. It is … [Read more...] about Aer Lingus and UAL extend transatlantic tie-up
