Join the webinar about transitioning to CBTA Center
(Posted 20th September 2023) Are you one of the many organizations that are currently navigating the transition from traditional training programs to the more dynamic and effective Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) approach? This innovative approach not only empowers you to tailor course materials and content according to specific job functions […]
IATA welcomes Nigeria’s commitment to expediting releasing airlines’ blocked funds
(Posted 20th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the commitment of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to improving infrastructure and service levels at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammad International Airport within twelve months. This follows a number of safety, security and passenger service level concerns in Lagos airport raised by […]
oneworld Receives Business Traveller’s Best Airline Alliance Award For Eleventh Year Running
(Posted 20th September 2023) oneworld® has yet again been named Best Airline Alliance in the 2023 Business Traveller Awards, taking home the award for the eleventh consecutive year. Announced at London’s Royal Garden hotel last week, the awards were presented by Hugh Dennis – comedian, actor, impressionist, writer, and patron of the Coram […]
FlyNamibia joins IATA
(Posted 20th September 2023) FlyNamibia’s has announced the recent accession to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a new member. This significant milestone not only marks an extraordinary achievement for FlyNamibia but also signifies a promising future for the airline industry in Namibia and beyond. IATA, with its mission to represent, lead, […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 20th June 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Eswatini: Cheetah spotted for the first time in over 30 years!
(Posted 20th September 2023) The Times of Swaziland, a daily newspaper in Eswatini (formerly called Swaziland), is reporting that a cheetah has been spotted in Eswatini for the first time in over 30 years. According to the newspaper, the aninmal was spotted by rangers at around 15:00 on 16 September 2023 during a game drive in the… READ […]
World Safety and Operations Conference Underway in Vietnam
(Posted 19th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) announced that the inaugural World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) has begun in Hanoi, Vietnam under the theme “Leadership in Action: Driving Safer and More Efficient Operations.” Vietnam Airlines is the host carrier for the WSOC, which is the industry’s premiere gathering to […]
#AviaDevAfrica PODCAST: Introducing the Africa Connectivity Update
(Posted 19th September 2023) The AviaDev Insight Africa Connectivity Update is the first podcast to focus on sub-Saharan African air route development, with a specific focus on routes that are due to start or cease in the next quarter. We also have a rumour mill section focusing on those routes that could be […]
#RodriguesIsland, Indian Ocean: New 2.1 KM Airport Runway in Sight
(Posted 19th September 2023) Ongoing negotiations for the funding of the new Plaine Corail Airport runway in Rodrigues are promising, with hopes that the World Bank will give its approval around September 29th, 2023. A delegation from the World Bank conducted a mission in Rodrigues from August 22nd to August 24th. Negotiation meetings […]
Proposed trucks-only crossing between South Africa and Mozambique sparks environmental showdown
(Posted 19th September 2023) Courtesy of Save the Elephant / African Elephant News and Devina Haripersad, The Citizen In a bid to expedite mineral exports to Mozambique’s neighbouring ports, a contentious proposal for a new privately operated trucks-only border crossing near South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park has stirred significant opposition. […]
Fuel Efficiency: No Stone Unturned in Quest for Net Zero
(Posted 19th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reemphasized that every drop of fuel avoided counts in the aviation industry’s quest to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 with the latest result from the IATA Fuel Efficiency Gap Analysis (FEGA). LOT Polish Airlines (LOT) is one of the airlines to […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 19th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
African Tourism and Hospitality Investment #ATHW2023 now just days away
(Posted 18th September 2023) Tourism Invest Africa in collaboration with GEN Namibia and Nicolas Goupil Consulting presents the maiden edition of African Tourism and Hospitality Investment-ready Business Workshop #ATHW2023 from 26 – 28 September, 2023 and it is Online. The workshop is design for SMEs (startups and medium-size) who own investment-ready businesses/projects in travel, […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 18th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Garden Route National Park: Storm Surge in Tsitsikamma!
(Posted 18th September 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has informed the public that a storm surge is currently happening around the the Tsitsikamma section of the Garden Route National Park due to adverse weather conditions in the region. The management of the National Park and local authorities are assessing the situation as far as safety is concerned. […]
TravelComments.com – Germany: Lufthansa to launch a new nonstop service to South Africa!
(Posted 16th September 2023) German flag carrier, Lufthansa, is set to launch a new nonstop service to South Africa. The airline, which already operates return flights from Frankfurt to Johannesburg and from Frankfurt to Cape Town, will commence operations from… READ MORE
Tourism Investment Africa Workshops now just 10 days away
(Posted 16th September 2023) The Tourism Invest Africa project is driven to accelerate investment in African tourism and hospitality industry, linking investors to investment-ready tourism & hospitality business, thereby boosting growth and expansion. Tourism Invest Africa (TIA) is a solution driven project creating a sustainable platform to connect investors and tourism investment […]
Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards 2023
(Posted 16th September 2023) More global travel and tourism thought-leaders have joined 2023 Africa Tourism Leadership Forum 2023 and AfCFTA Forum on Tourism, Creative and Cultural Industries speaker line-up. A few among these opinion leaders are H.E. Zurab Pololikashvili – the Secretary General of UNWTO; Keith Vincent – CEO, Wilderness Holdings; Senthil […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: Maintenance work taking place in two camps!
(Posted 16th September 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that Mata Mata Rest Camp and Kalahari Tented Camp in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park are undergoing much needed maintenance. Work conducted today (15 September 2023) and is expected to continue approximately for 3x months. According to Regional Communications Manager: Arid Parks at South African National Parks (SANParks), Genevieve […]
TravelComments.com – /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park: Boplaas campsite (Namibia) temporarily closed!
(Posted 16th September 2023) Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the state-owned enterprise mandated to run the tourism facilities within the protected areas of Namibia, has announced that the Boplaas campsite in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park is temporarily closed since 14 September 2023. The campsite, which is… READ MORE
Discover #Brussels, the City of Art Nouveau
(Posted 15th September 2023) Discover Brussels, the city of Art Nouveau Throughout the whole year, Brussels highlights its rich Art Nouveau heritage. However, some exhibitions last until the end of September! Have a look at all the activities and exhibitions so that you can still enjoy this exceptional programme to the fullest! Fly with […]
African Development Bank affirms commitment to continent’s tourism sector at United Nations Tourism conference
(Posted 15th September 2023) The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has reiterated its support to Africa’s tourism sector, seen as one of the continent’s fastest growing areas. Speaking at the 66th Tourism Conference organized by United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) in Mauritius in July 2023, Leila Mokaddem, Director General for the Southern Africa […]
IATA’s World Financial and Passenger Symposiums
(Posted 15th September 2023) Modern Airline Retailing is set to transform the passenger experience. Travelers will finally see the full value of airline offers, regardless of the channel, and have a single record for their order. The Airline Retailing Track at this year’s IATA World Financial and Passenger Symposiums provides you with everything you […]
#EthiopianAirlines Wins Best African Airline Award at Business Traveller Awards 2023
(Posted 15th September 2023) Ethiopian Airlines, one of the fastest-growing global airline brand’s and the Africa’s leading airline, announced that it has been awarded the ‘Best African Airline’ Award at Business Traveller Awards 2023. Business Traveller Awards has named Ethiopian as the Best African Airline for four years in a row, since 2020. […]
Dangerous Goods Survey Highlights Future Supply Chain Challenges
(Posted 15th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Labelmaster, and Hazardous Cargo Bulletin today announced the results of their eighth annual 2023 Global Dangerous Goods Confidence Outlook. The survey results highlighted the need to reduce process complexity, establish effective staff recruitment and retention programs, and enhance digitalization to facilitate the safe and compliant transport of dangerous goods […]
Qatar Airways Receives Best Business Class by Business Traveller, Wins Three More Awards
(Posted 15th September 2023) Qatar Airways wins Best Long-Haul Airline, Best Business Class, Best Middle Eastern Airline, and Best Inflight Food and Beverage Hamad International Airport in Qatar named Best Airport in the Middle East Multi-award-winning airline, Qatar Airways, has triumphed in four categories at this year’s Business Traveller Awards at […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Some units in Shimuwini Bushveld Camp under renovation!
(Posted 15th September 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that some units in the Shimuwini Bushveld Camp in Kruger National Park are currently under renovations. The project is expected to be finished in… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Free entry to selected Iziko museums on Heritage Day 2023!
(Posted 15th September 2023) Iziko Museums of South Africa will be celebrating South Africa’s diverse heritage with the in_herit Festival 2023, an exciting programme exploring our histories, heritage and art. As part of the festival, Iziko Musuems will be offering free entry to selected museums in Cape Town on Heritage Day (24 September 2023). This includes… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 15th September 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Airbus and AviAssist sign partnership for safety promotion
(Posted 14th September 2023) Airbus today entered a partnership with AviAssist, the leading aviation safety promotion organization in Africa. Airbus forecasts a growth rate of 4% per year for Africa’s air transport. This highlights the importance of continued investment in safety performance improvements. “The number one priority of Airbus is safety: a […]
