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Delta to deliver world-first CES keynote at Las Vegas Sphere
Delta Air Lines will celebrate its centenary with an immersive keynote presentation at the Sphere in Las Vegas during CES 2025. The January 7 event will mark the first CES keynote hosted at the venue, featuring its advanced display and audio technology. Delta CEO Ed Bastian highlighted the airline’s focus on innovation. “Technology is a
Read moreQatar Airways launches world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777
/Qatar Airways has become the first airline to offer Starlink satellite internet on a Boeing 777 aircraft, marking a significant advancement in in-flight connectivity. The inaugural Starlink-equipped flight operated between Doha and London on October 22. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer Badr Mohammed Al-Meer announced ambitious expansion plans. “This milestone, paired with our commitment
Read moreAir India and Singapore Airlines expand codeshare to 51 new destinations
/Air India and Singapore Airlines will significantly expand their codeshare agreement to include 51 new destinations across Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The expansion marks the largest update to the airlines’ codeshare arrangements since 2010. From October 27, both carriers will share codes on flights between Singapore and the Indian cities of Bengaluru
Read moreSITA appoints new head of airports division amid digital transformation push
/Global air transport technology provider SITA has appointed Nathalie Altwegg as Senior Vice President of its Airports business unit. Altwegg will oversee SITA’s expansion plans across more than 1,000 airports worldwide. The appointment aims to accelerate the digitisation of airport operations and passenger journeys. SITA CEO David Lavorel welcomed Altwegg’s expertise. “It’s wonderful to be
Read moreUnited Airlines partners with Ballet International Gala for holiday performances
/United Airlines will sponsor Ballet International Gala’s production of The Nutcracker across Australia and New Zealand during the 2024 holiday season. The partnership marks United’s second year as principal airline partner for the ballet company. Performances will be staged in nine cities including Perth, Auckland, Hobart, and Melbourne between October and December. United Airlines Regional
Read moreEmirates SkyCargo orders five Boeing 777 freighters amid soaring demand
/Emirates SkyCargo has ordered five additional Boeing 777 freighters to expand its cargo fleet, marking its second order for the aircraft type this year. The deal will nearly double Emirates’ dedicated freighter fleet to 21 aircraft in the coming years. Emirates Airline and Group Chairman and CEO Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum said the
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