Turkish Airlines celebrates sustainability with “Tomorrow On-board” initiative – Business Traveller
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Turkish Airlines celebrates sustainability with “Tomorrow On-board” initiative – Business Traveller

Turkish Airlines has launched a new sustainability initiative called “Tomorrow On-Board”, which will involve a new cohesive set of principles through which the airline will govern its commitment to sustainability, along with sustainably-made inflight products. The announcement was made earlier this month in line with World Environment Day, with a special event held at Turkish…

Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific to collaborate on green initiatives – Business Traveller
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Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific to collaborate on green initiatives – Business Traveller

Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a broad range of sustainability initiatives. These collective efforts are aimed at advocating for the development and use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in the Asia-Pacific region, a critical decarbonisation lever for the sector, and sharing…

Vietnam Airlines to launch new services to Manila – Business Traveller
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Vietnam Airlines to launch new services to Manila – Business Traveller

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, a member of the SkyTeam alliance, is set to launch flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Manila from 17 June, making it the first Vietnamese airline to open nonstop service to the capital of Philippines. The Hanoi – Manila route will operate three times a week, with…

China Southern Airlines, Qatar Airways strengthen partnership – Business Traveller
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China Southern Airlines, Qatar Airways strengthen partnership – Business Traveller

Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced the next phase of their partnership – which includes a codeshare agreement – with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance travel options and convenience for passengers. The carriers note that the MoU outlines a framework for them to boost their market presence and collaboration in the…

Turkish Airlines and Air China sign new freesale codeshare agreement – Business Traveller
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Turkish Airlines and Air China sign new freesale codeshare agreement – Business Traveller

Türkiye’s flag carrier airline Turkish Airlines and People’s Republic of China’s flag carrier airline Air China Limited (CA) have announced the signing of a new freesale codeshare agreement, transitioning from their long-standing blocked space partnership. This agreement, initially covering flights between Istanbul and Beijing, marks a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between the two…

Singapore Airlines agrees MoU with Riyadh Air – Business Traveller
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Singapore Airlines agrees MoU with Riyadh Air – Business Traveller

Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Riyadh Air have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a new partnership between the two airlines. Under the agreement, the carriers will explore opportunities for interline connectivity on each other’s services, subject to regulatory approval. They will also work on other potential areas of commercial cooperation, including codeshare arrangements,…

STARLUX Airlines to start Jakarta service – Business Traveller
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STARLUX Airlines to start Jakarta service – Business Traveller

STARLUX Airlines from Taiwan will add a five-weekly Taipei-Jakarta route from 1 September 2024. From Taipei, the flights will depart every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 0810, arriving at Jakarta Soekarno Hatta airport at 1230 following a flight time of five hours and 20 minutes. From Jakarta, the STARLUX flights will return to…

STARLUX Airlines to launch Hong Kong route – Business Traveller
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STARLUX Airlines to launch Hong Kong route – Business Traveller

Taiwan’s STARLUX Airlines will start flying to Hong Kong this summer. From 16 July, the carrier will initially operate two daily roundtrips between its Taipei hub and Hong Kong. STARLUX will deploy its most premium aircraft, the Airbus A350-900, on one of the daily flights, and the A330neo on the other. The airline’s A350-900s come…

China Southern Airlines to resume Perth route – Business Traveller
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China Southern Airlines to resume Perth route – Business Traveller

China Southern Airlines will reconnect Western Australia with mainland China with the return of its service to Guangzhou from 28 November 2024. The flights will operate on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, arriving into Perth at 2210 and departing at 2355 on the airline’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. The China Southern Airlines 787-9s seat 28 passengers…

Rex Airlines to launch Melbourne-Perth route – Business Traveller
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Rex Airlines to launch Melbourne-Perth route – Business Traveller

Australia’s Rex Airlines will launch a new Melbourne-Perth service with its Boeing 737-800 fleet, competing with Qantas and Virgin Australia in the full-service segment on the route. Rex will fly five days a week between the two cities from Friday 28 June, offering fares from A$299 (US$197) each way in economy class and A$999 for…