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JetBlue Expands its Presence in Mexico with New Flights to Tulum Taking Off Today

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torsdag, juni 13, 2024
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JetBlue began serving Mexico with flights from New York’s JFK to Cancun and has since added service to Cancun from Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Newark and Raleigh/Durham.

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  • JetBlue began serving Mexico with flights from New York’s JFK to Cancun and has since added service to Cancun from Boston, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Newark and Raleigh/Durham.
  • In Mexico, JetBlue also provides service to Los Cabos, offering flights from New York’s JFK Airport and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
  • Following the success of JetBlue Vacations' Insider Experience™ in Cancun, JetBlue has also extended its exclusive program to Tulum.
  • "We're excited to start service to Tulum today, offering our JetBlue Vacations customers even more options to explore Mexico," said Andres Barry, president, JetBlue Travel Products.

Parsons Selected For LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program MATOC

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onsdag, maj 22, 2024
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CHANTILLY, Va., May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was one of 15 lead consultants selected by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) to perform on-call, task order-based, professional services for LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program.

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  • CHANTILLY, Va., May 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was one of 15 lead consultants selected by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) for a Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC) to perform on-call, task order-based, professional services for LAWA’s Capital Improvement Program.
  • The Program Services MATOC represents nearly $1 billion in contracting value over a term of five years and will serve both Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
  • LAWA’s Program Services MATOC is the largest award of its kind in the City of Los Angeles’ history and breaks inclusivity records that set new standards for local, diverse, veteran, small, and microbusiness participants.
  • Additionally, the Parsons-designed HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program has played an integral part in LAWA's inclusivity initiatives.

United Expects Record Setting Start to Summer Travel Season

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tisdag, maj 14, 2024
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CHICAGO, May 14, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- United is ready for its busiest Memorial Day holiday ever – with a record-setting three million travelers expected to fly between May 23-28, up nearly 10% compared to last year. To help fliers navigate the crowds and jumpstart their summer vacations, United has dozens of features in its mobile app to help travelers skip lines, breeze through security, navigate to their gates, quickly check their bags and more – saving travelers up to 30 minutes on average* at the airport.

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  • United continues to release new innovations in its mobile app to help travelers prepare for their trips – offering more transparency, saving time and reducing stress.
  • United is the first and only U.S. airline to support Live Activities for iPhone , and the live updates have helped millions of travelers since last year especially during peak travel times.
  • When travel doesn't go as planned, customers will get alternate travel options automatically served to them in the app.
  • For more information on traveling with United this summer, visit united.com .

Brent Capron Joins Corgan as NY Interiors Studio Design Director

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onsdag, maj 8, 2024
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Global architecture and design firm Corgan is pleased to announce that Brent Capron has joined the firm as Interiors Studio Design Director and Associate Principal for its New York office.

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  • Global architecture and design firm Corgan is pleased to announce that Brent Capron has joined the firm as Interiors Studio Design Director and Associate Principal for its New York office.
  • With more than 25 years of experience in the design industry, Capron will lead the creative endeavors of Corgan’s corporate interiors practice in New York, while nurturing and expanding client relationships.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240508825799/en/
    Brent Capron has joined global architecture and design firm Corgan as Interiors Studio Design Director and Associate Principal for its New York office.
  • Corgan ranks #6 in Interior Design’s giants of design for 2024 and its sectors rank #2 in transportation, #3 for education, #7 for sustainability, #7 for office design, and #18 for healthcare.

Air Fayre Enhances Waste Management Infrastructure with Power Knot LFC Biodigester

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onsdag, maj 8, 2024
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FREMONT, Calif., May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Power Knot LLC, the market leader for onsite organic waste management solutions, has successfully replaced a defunct Biohitech Eco-safe Digester at Air Fayre with an LFC biodigester.

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  • FREMONT, Calif., May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Power Knot LLC, the market leader for onsite organic waste management solutions, has successfully replaced a defunct Biohitech Eco-safe Digester at Air Fayre with an LFC biodigester.
  • Air Fayre upgraded its waste management system by replacing a Biohitech Eco-safe Digester with the cutting-edge Power Knot LFC biodigester in September 2023.
  • The decision to transition to Power Knot stemmed from Air Fayre's dissatisfaction with the performance and reliability of the previous waste management equipment provided by BioHitech.
  • Adrian Weatherstone, the Facilities Manager of Air Fayre, emphasized the pivotal role of communication and service in selecting Power Knot.

TSA recognizes top performers and airports of 2023

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tisdag, april 30, 2024
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Honoring the memory, service and sacrifice of TSA Officer Gerardo Hernandez, this award recognizes employees who distinguish themselves through bravery, valor and heroism in the line of duty.

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  • Honoring the memory, service and sacrifice of TSA Officer Gerardo Hernandez, this award recognizes employees who distinguish themselves through bravery, valor and heroism in the line of duty.
  • The 2023 award recognizes Amanda Houck from Intelligence and Analysis.
  • The team also proactively conducted media events at 107 airports and earned coverage for airports of all sizes, including Guam, Saipan and Puerto Rico.
  • This award recognizes TSA employees who volunteer with nonprofit or community service programs or activities, contributing to meaningful results for individuals or the larger public good.

LAWA'S TRAILBLAZING CONTRACTING MODEL FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS BREAKS INCLUSIVITY RECORDS, SETS NEW STANDARDS

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måndag, april 29, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)'s latest Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC), representing nearly $1 billion in contracting value, received approval from Los Angeles City Council on April 26, 2024. The Council's endorsement follows earlier consent from the City of Los Angeles's Travel, Trade and Tourism Committee and LAWA's Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC). The occasion marks a groundbreaking moment for LAWA and its dedication to creating new and lasting economic pathways for local, diverse, veteran, small and micro businesses with a historic number of first time and new-to-LAWA participants.

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  • LAWA's Trailblazing Contracting Model for Capital Improvement Projects Breaks Inclusivity Records, Sets New Standards
    "After supporting this game-changing MATOC with my fellow BOAC members, I commend the City on its unanimous decision to ratify this vital contract," said Karim Webb, President, Board of Airport Commissioners.
  • Previously, the Program Services MATOC had an inclusivity requirement of 20% for Small Business Enterprises (SBEs).
  • This contracting model eliminates the need to negotiate additional service terms, greatly increasing efficiencies for both contractors and the client.
  • LAWA's measurable inclusivity investments are fostering equitable economic growth and resiliency in Los Angeles and the greater Southern California region.

Heavy hitter infrastructure lawyer Patrick Harder joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Los Angeles

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tisdag, april 16, 2024
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Los Angeles, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that preeminent infrastructure and public-private partnerships (P3) lawyer Patrick Harder has joined its Los Angeles office.

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  • Los Angeles, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that preeminent infrastructure and public-private partnerships (P3) lawyer Patrick Harder has joined its Los Angeles office.
  • He will also be North America Co-Head of Infrastructure with Doug Fried and Canada Head of Infrastructure Jay LeMoine .
  • What drew me to Norton Rose Fulbright was its global platform and network of  leading infrastructure lawyers, and its commitment to creating meaningful contributions to address the global infrastructure deficit.
  • Norton Rose Fulbright has more than 3000 lawyers across 53 global cities and has one of the most extensive P3 practices in the world.

JetBlue Announces First Quarter 2024 Results

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tisdag, april 23, 2024
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JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024.

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  • JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024.
  • Net loss for the first quarter of 2024 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") of $716 million or $2.11 loss per share.
  • Excluding special items, adjusted net loss for the first quarter of 2024 of $145 million(1) or $0.43 loss per share.
  • Operating expense per available seat mile ("CASM") for the first quarter of 2024 increased 17.1% year-over-year.

Alaska Airlines expands presence in Southern California with new routes and increased service to popular West Coast destinations

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torsdag, april 25, 2024
San Diego International Airport, International airport, Travel, Mileage, Partnership, LAX, Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles World Airports, Alaska Airlines, Growth, Airline

SEATTLE, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is expanding service at two of its major hubs in Southern California with new routes and additional capacity to popular West Coast destinations as part of the carrier's ongoing commitment to growth in the state.

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  • SEATTLE, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is expanding service at two of its major hubs in Southern California with new routes and additional capacity to popular West Coast destinations as part of the carrier's ongoing commitment to growth in the state.
  • As the only airline based on the West Coast, Alaska Airlines is committed to growth in Southern California
    Starting this fall, we're adding our 39th nonstop destination from San Diego with service to Las Vegas.
  • We're also starting new service between Los Angeles and Pasco, as well as bringing back guest favorite Los Angeles to Reno.
  • Guests can now book these new, nonstop routes on alaskaair.com with service beginning Oct. 1, 2024.