Business travel

Singapore Airlines' 2024-2025 winter schedule includes a reduction in capacity to Paris, with 11 flights a week instead of 14 this summer. One of the few European routes affected by a reduction in frequencies this winter. But this should only be temporary.

Marriott has opened its first Moxy address in Chongqing. The hotel group has also unveiled plans to launch another lifestyle brand in another Chinese destination, with a MICE offering in the heart of the business district.

Between September and November, Volotea is inaugurating no fewer than 10 new routes from eight French cities. The new Brest hub is benefiting in particular, as is Orly, which has a new route to Rodez.

Ultra-low-cost carrier Wizz Air is now offering a €599 annual pass for unlimited use of all its routes for one year. There are, however, a number of conditions attached to this "All You Can Fly" offer.

The Domaine du Liziec Vannes, a new MGallery hotel, will open its doors in October, transforming a historic mansion into a top-of-the-range hotel, a verdant estate, meeting rooms and event facilities.

Air France and its subsidiary Transavia have confirmed the suspension of services to Beirut. The national airline is cancelling all its flights to the Sahel and is discontinuing services to Brive, operated by its partner Amelia.

The SNCF and Trenitalia links between Paris and Milan will not be able to reopen in autumn 2024 because of complicated work to make the train traffic area near Modane safe. A new date has been announced for the first quarter of 2025 if all goes well.

While the majority of air routes on the continent are essentially regional, North Africa is the exception when it comes to outbound air capacity, according to OAG.

The tension in the Middle East has led to the cancellation of all Lufthansa Group flights until 13 August, mainly in the Levant region but also to Teheran. Air routes have also been changed to avoid Iran and Iraq. 

The "Volocity" electric flying taxis with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) will not be seen in Paris before the end of the year. According to ADP's CEO, this is due to a lack of European certification and delivery delays.

Which French airports and airlines are the most punctual, and which are the worst performers when it comes to disruptions since the start of the year? Find out in the rankings unveiled on 7 August by AirHelp.

Indian carrier Indigo has just unveiled a brand new business class and frequent flyer programme to mark its 18th anniversary.

In view of the significant risk of widespread conflict in the Middle East, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is urging French citizens to leave Iran and Lebanon.

Muscat airport (Oman) has been imposing longer boarding times since Sunday 4 August. There are no exceptions to the new rule.

According to the Association of European Airports, air traffic in the first half of the year exceeded 2019 levels. Paris-CDG, however, continues to lag behind.

Tension in the Middle East is mounting following the latest actions between Israel and Hamas and Hezbollah. This has precipitated the decision by many airlines to suspend their services to Beirut and Tel Aviv. More developments to follow in the coming weeks as the situation evolves.

Bordeaux airport is set to see easyJet strengthen its catalogue with two new business destinations this winter.

Geneva Airport is encouraging travellers to make maximum use of public transport to get to the airport. The airport and its partners are offering financial incentives and more trains, particularly early in the morning.

Public transport, airports, hotels: the hosting of the Paralympic Games has led to advances in accessibility for disabled travellers.

Asnières, Châteauroux, Limoges: the Kyriad brand has recently seen new openings in France, in addition to the renovation of a hotel in La Rochelle.