According to a report in The Financial Express, budget airline SpiceJet will induct 10 Boeing 737 aircraft into its fleet from September. It has entered into a lease agreement for 10 planes, which includes five 737 Max aircraft. SpiceJet said the move will enhance capacity for the peak winter season. “There has been a significant surge in passenger demand and we are hopeful that this trend of increased demand will continue in the latter part of the year as well,” said Ajay Singh, chairman and managing director, SpiceJet. “Accordingly, SpiceJet has been planning capacity addition to cater to the growing…
Author: Prasenjit Chakraborty
Vistara, India’s leading full-service carrier announced industry-first initiative of implementing Aerowash, an automated aircraft exterior washing and cleaning solution introduced by AeroTech Support Services Pvt. Ltd. Operated by a user friendly and wireless remote control, Aerowash is equipped with several safety features and alarm indicators. Its efficient micro-fiber brush drum provides a superior cleaning result of the aircraft exterior surface using a nearly waterless, dry-wash process. This cutting-edge technology reiterates Vistara’s commitment towards adopting innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiencies while also reducing its carbon footprint. Aircraft detailing (or cleaning) is a critical aspect of maintenance in the aviation industry.…
Pieter Elbers, CEO, IndiGo, has been elected as the chair-elect of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Board of Governors. Effective June 2024, he will succeed present Chair, Yvonne Manzi Makolo, the CEO of Rwandair. Pieter Elbers’ appointment comes at a significant time for the Indian aviation industry, which is experiencing unprecedented growth and development. As the chair-elect of the IATA BoG, Elbers will play a pivotal role in further shaping the global aviation landscape, advocating for the industry’s interests, and driving innovation and sustainability initiatives. Pieter Elbers, with his visionary approach and deep industry expertise, has not only propelled…
Travel wholesaler Politours, a reputed name in the river cruise segment, and Europamundo, a leading tour operator for vacation circuits in Latin America, have signed a strategic agreement to promote the marketing of river cruises in Latin America. This agreement aims to strengthen the tourism connection between Latin America and Europe. Through this partnership, Politours will enhance its presence in Latin America with a partner that has significant local presence. Europamundo , which is part of the JTB Group, one of the largest tourism groups worldwide, enjoys a strong presence in Latin America, being a leader in the sale of…
Jazeera Airways, Kuwait’s leading low cost airline announced the launch of its first sustainability report, “Flying Green – a Step towards Sustainable Aviation”. Published online, the report highlights Jazeera’s efforts in key Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) areas. Based on GRI guidelines, the report also outlines disclosures relevant to shareholders, customers, employees and the communities the airline operates in. Rohit Ramachandran, Chief Executive Officer, Jazeera Airways, said, “It gives me a great sense of pride to share Jazeera Airways’ first sustainability report. Jazeera employs over 1,100 individuals that help transport over 3.6 million passengers annually, across our network in the…
FlyBlade India (“BLADE India”) has launched same day return helicopter services connecting Bengaluru to Tirupati Airport as part of its expansion plan. The flights are available ‘on demand’ basis and are available at INR 3,50,000 + GST accommodating 5 guests at a time which can be crowdsourced and/or booked via charter. Onward journey from the Bangalore airport shall start in the morning hours between 09:15 am to 09:30 am from HAL, whereas the return flights will be in the evening between 04:00 pm to 4:15 pm. The service aims at enhancing the connectivity to Tirupati and making travel more convenient…
Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, announced the successful implementation of a full suite of Sabre Network Planning and Optimization solutions for Malaysia Airlines. The carrier has already started using these advanced Sabre solutions to optimise schedules, evaluate existing and future routes and partnerships, and make network planning decisions. This milestone marks the completion of the second phase of the Sabre solutions implementation with Malaysia Airlines. Earlier this year, Sabre Schedule Manager, Codeshare Manager, and Slot Manager solutions were completed, and the carrier is now also able to utilise Sabre…
Cordelia Cruises starts its international sailing for Sri Lanka and the maiden voyage was flagged off by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal. The other guests of honour which included Tamil Nadu Tourism minister- Thiru K. Ramachandran, Chennai Port Chairman-Sunil Paliwal & Chennai Port Deputy Chairman- S Viswanathan came together for the inaugural international sailing to Sri Lanka by India’s Premium Cruise Line. Elevating the cruising experience, Cordelia Cruises is committed to offer top notch experiences to its visitors. The new route marks a new chapter in India’s maritime tourism industry. Talking about the new launch, Jurgen…
According to a report in The ET, there are big opportunities for the aviation industry to explore in India, International Air Transport Association (IATA) director general Willie Walsh said. Terming the market “vibrant”, he said India is one of the fastest growing aviation markets in the world and pointed out that Air India has embarked on an ambitious expansion plan, while IndiGo is set to fly to more international destinations. India’s growing stature in the aviation global league was reflected with Air India CEO Campbell Wilson and IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers being appointed among the 31 airline CEOs in the…
The Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2023 will help the tourism industry recover faster from the losses it made due to the Covid-19 pandemic, hopes Sukanya Sirikanjanakul, Executive Director, ASEAN South Asia and South Pacific Region, Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) while speaking to journalists from India and Sri Lanka yesterday. She said that the 2023 edition of TTM+ hosted 370 buyers. “The figure was 250 in the last edition,” Sukanya said. She also stated that the addition of Amazing Thailand Culinary City will help enhance the Kingdom’s image from the gastronomy point of view. Talking about inbound tourism she…
