The Australian government has ordered safety assessments at regional airports around the country after a teenager allegedly boarded a Jetstar flight at Avalon in Victoria armed with a loaded shotgun and told passengers he had bombs in his bag.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred continued to impact flights to and from Queensland in Australia on Monday, with Qantas group carriers Qantas and Jetstar saying continued strong winds on the weekend have delayed a full-service return.
New Zealand’s business events industry body BEIA has welcomed the news of a NZ3 million government boost (from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy) for MICE bodies.
The 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), attracted some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions, running in the successful “two shows, two venues” format.
Australian airports affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred have closed their terminals and airlines have cancelled hundreds of flights.
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group’s lifestyle rewards program KrisFlyer is celebrating hitting the 10-million-member milestone with a series of promotions.
In Australia, the Transport Workers Union (TWU) says a recent survey of over 2,000 aviation workers has revealed an airport safety crisis, with 54 per cent of members saying they have felt unsafe at work and 65 per cent of cabin crew claiming to have dealt with passengers presenting risks to the public.
Dubai-based Emirates says it is investing approximately US$5 billion to retrofit existing A380 and B777 aircraft "to maintain its operational efficiency while navigating manufacturing delays".
The Capella Singapore hotel has appointed Paul Jackson its general manager.
Accommodation giant Accor says it now has more than 200 hotels eco-certified in Australia and New Zealand, equal to more than 50 per cent of its coverage in the region.
Coach operator Greyhound Australia has cancelled all services in South East Queensland this weekend due to risks from Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Turkey's Turkish Airlines has posted a US$2.4 billion profit for 2024 and a cash dividend of US$260 million for the same period, partly due to its share buyback strategy.
The Australian government has ordered safety assessments at regional airports around the country after a teenager allegedly boarded a Jetstar flight at Avalon in Victoria armed with a loaded shotgun and told passengers he had bombs in his bag.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred continued to impact flights to and from Queensland in Australia on Monday, with Qantas group carriers Qantas and Jetstar saying continued strong winds on the weekend have delayed a full-service return.
New Zealand’s business events industry body BEIA has welcomed the news of a NZ3 million government boost (from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy) for MICE bodies.
The 41st Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 11th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), attracted some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regions, running in the successful “two shows, two venues” format.
Australian airports affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred have closed their terminals and airlines have cancelled hundreds of flights.
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group’s lifestyle rewards program KrisFlyer is celebrating hitting the 10-million-member milestone with a series of promotions.
In Australia, the Transport Workers Union (TWU) says a recent survey of over 2,000 aviation workers has revealed an airport safety crisis, with 54 per cent of members saying they have felt unsafe at work and 65 per cent of cabin crew claiming to have dealt with passengers presenting risks to the public.
Dubai-based Emirates says it is investing approximately US$5 billion to retrofit existing A380 and B777 aircraft "to maintain its operational efficiency while navigating manufacturing delays".
The Capella Singapore hotel has appointed Paul Jackson its general manager.
Accommodation giant Accor says it now has more than 200 hotels eco-certified in Australia and New Zealand, equal to more than 50 per cent of its coverage in the region.
Coach operator Greyhound Australia has cancelled all services in South East Queensland this weekend due to risks from Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Turkey's Turkish Airlines has posted a US$2.4 billion profit for 2024 and a cash dividend of US$260 million for the same period, partly due to its share buyback strategy.
