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JAL and REGENT Sign Agreement to Study Seaglider Operations in Japan

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Jeudi, octobre 5, 2023
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The agreement follows a strategic investment in REGENT made earlier this year by JAL Innovation Fund, the CVC of JAL.

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  • The agreement follows a strategic investment in REGENT made earlier this year by JAL Innovation Fund, the CVC of JAL.
  • Through this agreement, the two companies aim to implement next-generation mobility where people can move safely and comfortably with zero emissions.
  • With the goal of establishing a system of seaglider operations in Japan, JAL aims to utilize its accumulated knowledge of safe operation while REGENT brings its technological expertise to the table.
  • “By leveraging the expertise JAL has cultivated over the years to conduct safe operations, we hope to create a world where everyone can travel safely and comfortably by seaglider.”

Arch Reinsurance Ltd. Announces Executive Appointments

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Mardi, août 29, 2023
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Arch Reinsurance Ltd. (Arch Re Ltd.) today announced the promotions of Crystal Doughty to Chief Underwriting Officer, Property and William Soares to Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty and Specialty.

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  • Arch Reinsurance Ltd. (Arch Re Ltd.) today announced the promotions of Crystal Doughty to Chief Underwriting Officer, Property and William Soares to Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty and Specialty.
  • Both will report to Jerome Halgan, CEO of Arch Re Ltd.
    Pierre Jal, who most recently served as Global Chief Underwriting Officer for Arch Re Ltd., has assumed the role of Chief Underwriting Officer for Arch Reinsurance Europe (Arch Re Europe).
  • Jal, now based in Zurich, continues to oversee underwriting strategy across both Arch Re Ltd. and Arch Re Europe.
  • Matthew Dragonetti, President of Arch Re Ltd., will expand his responsibilities to include leading client-centric initiatives across Arch Worldwide Reinsurance Group.

Japan Airlines now using RTX to improve predictive maintenance

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Mardi, juin 20, 2023
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PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), and Japan Airlines (JAL) announced today that JAL will use Collins Aerospace's Ascentia® maintenance performance monitoring solution on its Boeing 787 fleet.

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  • PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), and Japan Airlines (JAL) announced today that JAL will use Collins Aerospace's Ascentia® maintenance performance monitoring solution on its Boeing 787 fleet.
  • The cloud-based predictive maintenance solution uses advanced data analytics and machine learning algorithms to help airlines improve maintenance operations and increase aircraft reliability.
  • "Ascentia is designed to help airlines improve their operational efficiency," said Clotilde Enel-Rehel, executive director for Customer Programs at Collins Aerospace.
  • "Our data-driven solution will provide JAL with predictive maintenance recommendations to optimize their schedule and improving their customers' experience."

SAKE COMPETITION 2023 AWARDS CEREMONY HELD AT THE PENINSULA TOKYO

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Mercredi, juin 14, 2023
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TOKYO, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SAKE COMPETITION 2023 awards ceremony was held on at The Peninsula Tokyo on the 14th June (Wed) by The SAKE COMPETITION Executive Committee. The competition was created to determine the world's best commercially available sake.

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  • TOKYO, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SAKE COMPETITION 2023 awards ceremony was held on at The Peninsula Tokyo on the 14th June (Wed) by The SAKE COMPETITION Executive Committee.
  • The competition was created to determine the world's best commercially available sake.
  • The awards ceremony was presented by some of Japan's most well-known personalities, each with their own unique talent and passion for sake.
  • Meanwhile, Taiwagura Sake Brewery was awarded the "Diners Club Next Generation Excellence Award" by Diners Club International, which supports sake brewers (under 40).

Intelsat To Deliver 2Ku Connectivity Upgrade to Japan Airlines

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Mardi, juin 6, 2023
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Intelsat , operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of Inflight Connectivity (IFC) services, has reached an agreement with long-time customer Japan Airlines (JAL) to upgrade about 50 Boeing 737s and 767s to the company’s 2Ku inflight connectivity solution.

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  • Intelsat , operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of Inflight Connectivity (IFC) services, has reached an agreement with long-time customer Japan Airlines (JAL) to upgrade about 50 Boeing 737s and 767s to the company’s 2Ku inflight connectivity solution.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230606005202/en/
    Intelsat To Deliver 2Ku Connectivity Upgrade to Japan Airlines (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We value the trust that JAL has placed in Intelsat throughout our 10-year relationship,” said Dave Bijur, senior vice president of Commercial for Intelsat Commercial Aviation.
  • When completed, J-AIR will be the first regional airline in Japan to offer inflight entertainment and connectivity services.
  • “Intelsat has been a trusted partner of JAL since 2013,” said Mitsuko Tottori, senior vice president of Customer Experience at Japan Airlines.

Wisk Aero and Japan Airlines Partner to Bring Autonomous, Everyday Flight to Japan

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Mardi, mai 9, 2023
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Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility company, and Japan Airlines (JAL), a leading international airline based in Japan, are partnering to bring Wisk’s self-flying, all-electric air taxi services to Japan.

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  • Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility company, and Japan Airlines (JAL), a leading international airline based in Japan, are partnering to bring Wisk’s self-flying, all-electric air taxi services to Japan.
  • “We are excited to be partnering with Japan Airlines, a highly-respected leader in aviation both in Japan and globally,” says Brian Yutko, CEO of Wisk.
  • “Wisk and Japan Airlines share a commitment to safe, accessible transportation and to ensuring that our services provide long-term benefit to the communities that we serve.
  • We look forward to working together to bring autonomous everyday flight to Japan and to further advancing Advanced Air Mobility in the broader APAC region.”
    “We are very honored to partner with Wisk, a pioneer in autonomous eVTOL aircraft development.

Vertical Aerospace reaches significant certification milestones, including Design Organisation Approval (DOA)

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Jeudi, mars 30, 2023
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Vertical Aerospace (Vertical) [NYSE: EVTL], a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero-emissions aviation, today announces further progress on its path to certification for the VX4, including securing the first ever Design Organisation Approval (DOA) issued to an eVTOL manufacturer by the UK Civil Aviation Authority.

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  • Vertical Aerospace (Vertical) [NYSE: EVTL], a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero-emissions aviation, today announces further progress on its path to certification for the VX4, including securing the first ever Design Organisation Approval (DOA) issued to an eVTOL manufacturer by the UK Civil Aviation Authority.
  • The DOA authorises Vertical to conduct design activities and issue design approvals within the DOA’s scope of approval.
  • As an approved Design Organisation, Vertical will have increasing authority and privileges as we progress through the design and certification programme of the VX4.
  • The granting of Design Organisation Approval to Vertical is an essential step on their journey bringing an eVTOL aircraft into service.

REGENT Secures Strategic Investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund

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Jeudi, janvier 26, 2023
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North Kingstown, R.I., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- REGENT , the company pioneering electric seagliders for sustainable maritime transportation, today announced a strategic investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund, a strategic fund that is the venture arm of Japan Airlines (JAL), one of the world’s premier carriers.

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  • North Kingstown, R.I., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- REGENT , the company pioneering electric seagliders for sustainable maritime transportation, today announced a strategic investment from Japan Airlines Innovation Fund, a strategic fund that is the venture arm of Japan Airlines (JAL), one of the world’s premier carriers.
  • With this investment, REGENT has raised over $45 million to date.
  • “This strategic investment speaks to the growing adoption of seaglider technology by major airlines,” said Billy Thalheimer, co-founder and CEO of REGENT.
  • “We are very pleased to make this investment in REGENT from our CVC, JAL Innovation Fund,” says Yasushi Noda, Executive Officer, Senior Vice President – Digital Innovation at Japan Airlines.

Raven SR agrees to supply sustainable aviation fuel to Japan Airlines

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Mardi, janvier 17, 2023
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PINEDALE, Wyo., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raven SR Inc. ( Raven SR ), a renewable fuels company, today announced it has sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Japan Airlines ( JAL ) for major global routes.

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  • PINEDALE, Wyo., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Raven SR Inc. ( Raven SR ), a renewable fuels company, today announced it has sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to supply sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to Japan Airlines ( JAL ) for major global routes.
  • The supply will be produced by Raven SR at facilities planned for major global markets outside Japan to serve specific international routes of JAL.
  • We see growing interest in such efficiency and circularity in renewable fuel distribution for aviation and other transportation sectors."
  • Global SAF supply currently comprises 0.03% of total jet fuel consumption due to a limited supply of feedstock like used cooking oils and tallow.

Intelsat and J-AIR Offer the First Free IFEC on Regional Aircraft in Japan

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Mercredi, décembre 28, 2022
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221228005266/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221228005266/en/
    Japan Airlines has installed Intelsat’s 2Ku system on the first of J-AIR’s E190 aircraft and will be installing 13 additional aircraft by autumn 2024.
  • By adding 2Ku, this will make J-AIR the first regional aircraft in Japan to offer inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) services, as well as the first E190 aircraft equipped globally with the Intelsat 2Ku system.
  • “We have worked closely with Intelsat to deliver the best connectivity experience on Japan Airlines and the JAL group fleet,” said Keisuke Suzuki, SVP, Customer Experience of Japan Airlines.
  • Adding 2Ku will enable the same free inflight internet experience they have had since 2017 on the larger jets.