New baggage policy at HongKong Airlines
Hong Kong Airlines has just introduced a new baggage policy, which is already in force on its flights.
Business travel hit by the crisis at OpenSkies
OpenSkies will close the Paris-Washington route this winter. The airline, which focuses on business customers, is thus responding to the difficult economic climate.
Air France revises its winter ambitions downwards
Air France-KLM has announced its flight schedule for winter 2011-2012, with a revised offer, mainly on the long-haul network.
Business travel growth soars in August
Pegasus Solutions has published its monthly report on the global hotel industry, highlighting strong growth in business travel bookings in August.
A new Etihad lounge in Paris for business travellers
At the beginning of 2013, Etihad will inaugurate a new lounge at Roissy-CDG to welcome business customers on the Paris-Abu Dhabi route, on which the airline intends to continue its growth before turning to other French airports.
Android takes to the skies with Boeing
Boeing has chosen Android to equip the in-flight entertainment system on board its new 787 Dreamliners. The system developed by Google is taking its place in the air among its direct competitors: Apple and Samsung.
IATA returns to the charge against the European ETS project
The International Air Transport Association reacted immediately to the European Commission's announcement of new measures under its Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) to combat CO2 emissions. IATA condemns this unilateral and mistaken plan, and calls for a global plan that involves governments more than the finances of airlines and business travellers.
The new Thalys awaits business travellers on the Web
Qatar Airways makes Paris its base for business travel
Qatar Airways is increasing capacity between Paris and its Doha hub with the addition of a 16th weekly flight from 3 October.
Business travel affected by Openskies strike
Openskies, the British Airways subsidiary specialising in business travel, is affected by strike action which has been extended until Thursday.
New timetables: the SNCF shows its colours for the major...
The SNCF is embarking on its vast renovation plan, scheduled for 11 December, by posting the new timetables from Monday 26 September. In all, some 85% routes will be affected by the launch of the works and the introduction of the new interval timetables.
Hotel prices soar in September
Price comparison website Trivago has published its index of European hotel prices. In Paris, the third most expensive city, rates topped the symbolic 200 euro mark in September.
British Airways buys new slots at Heathrow
Faced with the density of air traffic at Heathrow airport, British Airways has just acquired new flight slots from BMI to satisfy its expansion plans.
SNCF: the ombudsman awaits passengers on the web
The SNCF ombudsman can now be contacted on the Internet, to offer passengers simplified and faster handling of their complaints.
Rising figures but cautious optimism for IATA
Air Canada narrowly avoids strike action
Air Canada passengers can finally travel with peace of mind this week: the strike notice has been lifted by the Canadian union CUPE, allowing the airline to continue operations.
American Airlines downsizes in Brussels
Strike threatened at Air Canada
Air Canada flights are likely to be disrupted tonight as a result of a strike notice issued by cabin crew. Nearly 7,000 staff are affected by the strike, which is expected to cause delays and cancellations.
Hotel.info extends its mobile offering
Two new Marseille routes for business travellers
Twin Jet is to launch two new routes from Marseille for business travellers. The airports of Toulouse and Pau will soon be served by this carrier geared towards business customers.
