#KenyaAirways gives early notice on anticipated flight disruptions ahead of the holidays
(Posted 09th December 2023) Kenya Airways’ CEO Allan Kilavuka has signed a public notice that the airline, due to challenges over sourcing spare parts for aircraft undergoing maintenance, is expecting disruptions of their scheduled flights ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Passengers intending to fly to and from Kenya […]
Airbus Flight Academy Europe upgrades training fleet with more sustainable aircraft
(Posted 09th December 2023) Airbus Flight Academy Europe, a 100% subsidiary of Airbus providing civil and military pilot training, has received its first batch of more fuel efficient, quieter Elixir training aircraft as part of its sustainable development strategy. The first four aircraft, out of a total of eight to be delivered, are […]
Airlines Set to Earn 2.7% Net Profit Margin on Record Revenues in 2024
(Posted 08th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced strengthened profitability projections for airlines in 2023, which will then largely stabilize in 2024. However, net profitability at the global level is expected to be well below the cost of capital in both years. Very significant regional variations in financial performance remain. […]
Cathay Group orders the A350F
(Posted 08th December 2023) Hong Kong’s Cathay has become the latest carrier to order the all-new A350F, following the signature of a purchase agreement for six aircraft. The A350F will join the airline’s cargo division, Cathay Cargo, and will become a central element in its future fleet, bringing new levels of efficiency […]
Thriving Ecosystems Support Resilient Communities
(Posted 08th December 2023) At African Parks, we work with communities to support solutions for human-nature coexistence. Through community development programmes, educational outreach, and sustainable livelihood projects, more than 2.5 million local people have benefitted from ecosystem services and socio-economic initiatives. DONATE With your support, we can scale impact to manage 30 […]
IATA Expanding Operational Data Analytics Capabilities
(Posted 08th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that insights from enhancing the analytical capabilities of the IATA Global Aviation Data Management (GADM) program are powering informed decisions to improve safety, operational efficiency and sustainability. The new capabilities take advantage of advancements in big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. GADM’s data […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 08th December 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Star Alliance is World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the World Travel Awards 2023
(Posted 08th December 2023) #BrusselsAirlines is a member of StarAlliance as are ‘sister companies’ Austrian and Swiss. Principal owner Lufthansa is a founder member of StarAlliance. For the fourth consecutive year, Star Alliance proudly announces its victory as the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the esteemed World Travel Awards. The announcement […]
#Seychelles – State of Emergency lifted
(Posted 07th December 2023) State House Victoria / Seychelles has confirmed that the state of emergency, which was imposted at 06.00 hrs (a.m.) local time earlier today, has been lifted. (Translation) ‘State of Emergency removed‘ The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan has formally announced the lifting of the […]
#BreakingNews as #Seychelles placed under #StateofEmergency due to heavy rains and a major explosion in the industrial area
(Posted 07th December 2023) Air Seychelles has advised earlier in the day changes to their schedule due to a present state of emergency announced by the country’s President. Extremely heavy rains coupled with a explosion at the main CCCL explosives store on Mahe Island, which has seen dark fumes drift across the island […]
#ALS / #Kenya to operate festive season flights to #Malindi and #Lamu
(Posted 07th December 2023) ALS has announced that they will operate a festive season flight into Lamu and Malindi effective 8th Dec23 to 8th Jan 2024. This will add much needed capacity into the market for flights from Wilson Airport to the Kenya coast, avoiding the oftentimes hassles of flying out of Jomo Kenyatta […]
Passenger Demand Recovery Continues On Track in October
(Posted 07th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the ongoing recovery in passenger demand continued in October. • Total traffic in October 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 31.2% compared to October 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 98.2% of pre-COVID levels. • Domestic traffic for October rose […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 07th December 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
SAF Volumes Growing but Still Missing Opportunities
(Posted 07th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced estimates for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. • In 2023, SAF volumes reached over 600 million liters (0.5Mt), double the 300 million liters (0.25 Mt) produced in 2022. • SAF accounted for 3% of all renewable fuels produced, with 97% of renewable […]
10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge – Check out their new website
(Posted 07th December 2023) The Mount Kenya Trust 10to4 Team have been working hard to create a brand new website with all the information you’ll need to decide which 10to4 race to choose for 2024! The site is now live, so check it out using the www.10to4.org address and let us know […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 07th December 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS TDB Group and FSD Africa Collaborate on Project Preparation Facility for Climate Action Projects in Africa Trade and Development Bank The Eastern and Southern African Development Bank Group (TDB Group) and Financial Sector Deepening Africa (FSD Africa) are pleased to announce a new partnership […]
Akwaaba African Travel Market Announces Date For 2024 Event
(Posted 06th December 2023) (Chefs during the Jollof Rice War at Akwaaba African Travel Market 2023) In a significant milestone, Akwaaba African Travel Market, the foremost travel and tourism fair in Nigeria and West Africa, is gearing up to celebrate two decades of shaping the landscape of travel and tourism on the […]
TravelComments.com – Malawi: Malawi Airlines to commence daily flights to three new regional destinations!
(Posted 06th December 2023) The flag carrier airline of Malawi, Malawi Airlines, has announced that it will launch flights to three new regional destinations. According to the airline’s social media, Malawi Airlines is set to commence daily flights to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) in Lusaka in Zambia, RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) in Harare in Zimbabwe and… READ MORE
IATA announces the World Sustainability Symposium 2024
(Posted 06th December 2023) IATA has announced that the 2nd edition of IATA’s World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) is scheduled to take place in Miami on 24th to 25th of September 2024. Make sure to save the date! The IATA World Sustainability Symposium stands as the leading gathering designed for air transport sustainability experts. […]
#ATHW2024 – Taking place from 17th to 19th June 2024 in #Lagos #Nigeria
(Posted 06th December 2023) Following the success of the 2023 edition of Tourism Invest Africa have the organizers told ATCNews that planning for the 2024 edition is on course and advancing. Said Vera Sharon Ohioma, Founder – GATEHUB COMPANY LTD and Lead Initiator – Tourism Invest Africa: ‘I am excited to inform you […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) reiterates hand baggage regulations at its airports!
(Posted 06th December 2023) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), which owns and operates South Africa’s nine principal airports, including O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, has announced that it reiterates hand baggage regulations at its airports as the festive season 2023/24 looms. These regulations aim to manage […]
#Tanzania’s Auric Air reports ‘Temporary Airstrip Closures’
(Posted 06th December 2023) Greetings, We regret to inform you that certain airstrips in our network are temporarily closed. Please refer to the table below for details on affected airstrips. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. Aerodrome: Pangani (Kwajoni) Description: Runway Wet and Slippery due to heavy rains Status: […]
Marriott International and Palm Hills Developments Sign Agreement to Open the Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Palm Hills in Egypt
(Posted 06th December 2023) Marriott International and Palm Hills Developments Sign Agreement to Open the Ritz-Carlton Cairo, Palm Hills in Egypt Slated to open in 2027, the hotel will be located in Palm Hills West Cairo, in close proximity to the Great Pyramids of Giza Marriott International, Inc. (www.Marriott.com) has announced it […]
Air Cargo Demand up 3.8% in October
(Posted 06th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for October 2023 global air cargo markets indicating the third consecutive month of stronger year-on-year demand. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs*), increased by 3.8% compared to October 2022. For international operations, the demand lagged slightly at 3.5%. Capacity, measured […]
#Boeing appoints Henok Teferra Shawl as Managing Director for #Africa
(Posted 06th December 2023) Boeing has appointed Henok Teferra Shawl as the new Managing Director for Boeing Africa to strengthen the company’s operations and relationships across the African continent. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Henok Teferra Shawl reports to Kuljit Ghata-Aura, president of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia (METACA). […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 06th November 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Shosholoza Meyl long-distance mainline passenger train service resumes!
(Posted 06th December 2023) The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) has announced that the Shosholoza Meyl long-distance mainline passenger train service from Johannesburg to Durban and Cape Town is set to resume. According to a statement by PRASA, the services, which were both suspended in 2021 due to operational and network infrastructure challenges, are set to resume just in time for […]
#AerolinkUganda adds another flight to #Kisoro
(Posted 05th December 2023) Exciting news from the Ugandan domestic aviation sector: Aerolink Uganda is introducing an additional flight to/from Kisoro in the Mid-morning slot (Flight 117/118). Please note that this service will be available for the months of June, July, August, September and October. The airline discourages passengers with connecting flights […]
#BrusselsAirlines and #Tomorrowland invest in more sustainable transport for world-famous party flights
(Posted 05th December 2023) From now on, only Green Fares will be integrated in the Global Journey Package and 100% SAF will be purchased for all party flights In 2024, the world-famous Tomorrowland party flights will be more sustainable. Brussels Airlines and Tomorrowland close a partnership to purchase 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for […]
Competition entries for the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge 2023 are still open
(Posted 05th December 2023) Registration and competition entries for the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit & Challenge 2023 are still open! The Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge is a platform to invite innovative ideas and solutions that goes beyond technology but are related to the travel and tourism industry for […]
