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Lufthansa-ITA deal given EU green light

The European Commission has approved Lufthansa Group’s proposed acquisition of Italian flag carrier ITA Airways following an ‘in-depth investigation’ by the EU Antitrust. The deal,...

Biden blames international travel for poor debate performance, says he nearly ‘fell asleep on stage’

At a campaign fundraiser in McLean, Virginia, on Tuesday evening, President Joe Biden -- for the first time -- attributed his poor debate performance...

Air Botswana opens new routes to SA

Air Botswana has announced the details of an upcoming major route network expansion, after muscling up its fleet with three new 50-seater Embraer jets. The...

Consumer demands weigh heavily on airlines

Airlines worldwide are under pressure to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption, but environmental responsibility must be balanced with consumer satisfaction and that means...

FlySafair mulls route changes

FlySafair says it’s considering consolidating its Victoria Falls and Livingstone routes and upping its frequency on the Johannesburg-Harare routes.  Kirby Gordon, FlySafair's Chief Marketing Officer,...

SAS receives European Commission approval for restructure

Scandinavian airline SAS’s restructuring process has moved a step closer after the European Commission approved the plan. The commission has announced that the participation...

High costs, low confidence

African airlines are plagued by a range of expenses including high operational costs, large statutory charges, unstable and soft home currencies, delays in receiving...

Tourists warned over Europe heatwave

Europe is currently suffering record high temperatures and several heat-related deaths have occurred on the continent. Some countries have issued health warnings concerning the...

Calling all travel agents – win with SAA!

It’s cold outside, but here is some heartwarming news for agents from South African Airways.  SAA wants you, South Africa’s travel agents, to enrol new...

Travel News: Amex Offers Savings on Langham Hotel Stays

American Express has unveiled a new targeted offer for its cardholders, providing substantial savings on stays at Langham Hotels and Resorts properties...

Deal reached in WestJet strike but travel disruptions still expected for Canadian airline

TORONTO -- Canada’s second largest airline, WestJet, has reached a deal with its mechanics to end a strike that had disrupted the travel plans...

Jet2 issues urgent warning to Brits on flights to popular holiday destinations

Jet2 has issued an urgent warning to passengers about potential delays and disruptions on key Mediterranean routes due to violent thunderstorms. The airline has...

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