WestJet

/R E P E A T -- CUPE and Air Transat reach a tentative agreement/

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Monday, January 8, 2024

General meetings of the members will be held in the next few days to reveal its content and submit it to their vote.

Key Points: 
  • General meetings of the members will be held in the next few days to reveal its content and submit it to their vote.
  • Until then, CUPE will not issue any comments on the subject.
  • The collective agreement for these flight attendants, based at airports in Montreal (YUL) and Toronto (YYZ), expired on October 31, 2022.
  • The Air Transat Component is part of CUPE's Airline Division, which represents more than 18,500 flight attendants employed at Air Transat, Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Sunwing, WestJet, Encore, Calm Air, Canadian North, Pivot Airlines, Flair Airlines, PAL and Pascan.

CUPE and Air Transat reach a tentative agreement

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Monday, January 8, 2024

MONTREAL, Jan. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - On Sunday evening, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) concluded another tentative agreement aimed at renewing the collective agreement for the company's 2,100 flight attendants.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, Jan. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - On Sunday evening, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) concluded another tentative agreement aimed at renewing the collective agreement for the company's 2,100 flight attendants.
  • The collective agreement for these flight attendants, based at airports in Montreal (YUL) and Toronto (YYZ), expired on October 31, 2022.
  • On November 27, the flight attendants adopted a strike mandate by a nearly unanimous vote of 99.8%, by far the highest tally in the history of CUPE's Air Transat Component.
  • The Air Transat Component is part of CUPE's Airline Division, which represents more than 18,500 flight attendants employed at Air Transat, Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Sunwing, WestJet, Encore, Calm Air, Canadian North, Pivot Airlines, Flair Airlines, PAL and Pascan.

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico Reports in December 2023 a Passenger Traffic Increase of 2.2% Compared to 2022

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Friday, January 5, 2024

Seats and load factors: The seats available during December 2023 decreased by 0.9%, compared to December 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Seats and load factors: The seats available during December 2023 decreased by 0.9%, compared to December 2022.
  • The load factors for the month went from 78.0% in December 2022 to 80.4% in December 2023.
  • Puerto Vallarta – Las Vegas: Alaska
    Puerto Vallarta – Prince George: WestJet
    Los Cabos – Las Vegas: Alaska
    Montego Bay – Londres Gatwick: Norse Atlantic UK
    Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, S.A.B.
  • The statements are based on many assumptions and factors, including general economic and market conditions, industry conditions, and operating factors.

Unifi Aviation announces spectacular growth as brand marks five-year anniversary and national recognition for diversity

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

The company also celebrates its five-year brand anniversary with recognition as one of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity" for 2024 by Newsweek.

Key Points: 
  • The company also celebrates its five-year brand anniversary with recognition as one of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity" for 2024 by Newsweek.
  • Gautam Thakkar, CEO, Unifi: "We are now a billion-dollar plus company, launching operations in new, key markets and being deliberate about how we scale our organization," said Unifi CEO Gautam Thakkar.
  • In November, Unifi launched ramp, baggage and ground support operations for WestJet at Calgary International Airport – its first operation in Canada.
  • To support its growing business, Unifi Aviation also invested in recruiting the best talent in the industry.

Unicorn Hunters Introduces Healables, a Digital Health Company Developing AI-Powered Wearable Bioelectric Technology for Personalized Recovery, Performance and Pain Relief

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unicorn Hunters, the groundbreaking series that connects entrepreneurs seeking funding with millions of potential investors worldwide and offers viewers the opportunity to invest in billion-dollar ideas in the pre-IPO stage, announced a brand new episode featuring Healables, a digital health start-up at the forefront of commercializing wearable, bioelectric, smart textiles for recovery and performance and developing AI-powered therapeutic technology designed to relieve pain, accelerate healing, and reduce inflammation without medication. The episode is now available for streaming on UnicornHunters.com, LinkedIn Broadcast, Facebook Video, and YouTube.

Key Points: 
  • Healables Digital Health, Inc., headquartered in Miami was founded in 2022 by Moshe Lebowitz to commercialize technology he patented and developed.
  • Lebowitz is a visionary who believes in humanity's positive trajectory and the shared responsibility to address prevailing health challenges.
  • "Healables is revolutionizing healthcare by prioritizing human well-being, alleviating pain, and championing wearable solutions for accelerated sports recovery and enhanced performance personalized with AI.
  • The Unicorn Hunters show can be streamed on multiple platforms including UnicornHunters.com, LinkedIn Broadcast, Facebook Video, YouTube, and Vimeo.

WestJet adds direct connectivity between Seoul and Calgary to summer 2024 schedule

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

In celebration of the new route to Asia, WestJet has introduced a contest for a chance to win a round-trip flight for two from any Canadian WestJet destination to Seoul.

Key Points: 
  • In celebration of the new route to Asia, WestJet has introduced a contest for a chance to win a round-trip flight for two from any Canadian WestJet destination to Seoul.
  • In addition to launching service between Calgary and Seoul, WestJet has also introduced enhanced connectivity between its global hub in Calgary and Tokyo's Narita International Airport this summer, with frequency expanding to daily service.
  • "The direct connection to Incheon presents a significant opportunity for WestJet Cargo, encompassing both exports and imports.
  • "Alberta's government is thrilled that WestJet continues to expand their reach into the Indo-Pacific with a direct route from Calgary to Seoul.

WestJet service to shore diving destination, Bonaire takes flight from Toronto

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - WestJet today celebrated the commencement of service between the beautiful island of Bonaire and Toronto, with the departure of WS2550 at 10:10 ET.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - WestJet today celebrated the commencement of service between the beautiful island of Bonaire and Toronto, with the departure of WS2550 at 10:10 ET.
  • Through the airline's winter schedule, WestJet will operate weekly service between Toronto and Bonaire.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate the departure of our inaugural flight between Toronto and Bonaire today as we continue to champion the WestJet Group as Canada's leading coast-to-coast leisure travel provider," said WestJet Vice-President of Airports, David Powell.
  • Known for its globally acclaimed shore diving and wind surfing, Bonaire is the ideal destination for warm weather, adventure-seeking Canadians.

Unicorn Hunters Introduces MeasuredRisk, an AI-Driven Company Providing Cutting-Edge Intelligence for Better Decisions

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Friday, December 8, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unicorn Hunters, the groundbreaking series that connects entrepreneurs seeking funding with millions of potential investors worldwide and offers viewers the opportunity to invest in billion-dollar ideas in the pre-IPO stage, announced a brand new episode featuring MeasuredRisk, a company at the forefront of providing cutting-edge decision intelligence to mitigate risks, secure supply chains, and enhance global relationships for industry leaders. The episode is now available for streaming on UnicornHunters.com, LinkedIn Broadcast, Facebook Video and YouTube.

Key Points: 
  • The episode is now available for streaming on UnicornHunters.com , LinkedIn Broadcast , Facebook Video and YouTube .
  • It embodies the very essence of the game-changing, wealth-building pre-IPO opportunities that Unicorn Hunters is proud to present to its millions of viewers," said Alex Konanykhin, CEO of Unicorn Hunters.
  • In the new episodes of Unicorn Hunters, founders who pitch the Circle of Money and obtain a yes from more than one panelist will receive Unicoins.
  • The Unicorn Hunters show can be streamed on multiple platforms including UnicornHunters.com , LinkedIn Broadcast , Facebook Video , YouTube , and Vimeo .

Unicorn Hunters Introduces Easy Energy Systems, the Sustainable Tech Company Transforming the Energy Sector

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Unicorn Hunters, the groundbreaking series that connects entrepreneurs seeking funding with millions of potential investors worldwide and offers viewers the opportunity to invest in billion-dollar ideas in the pre-IPO stage, announces that a brand new episode featuring Easy Energy Systems, a sustainable tech company that provides dynamic solutions to the world's energy problems through innovative technologies, is now available for streaming on UnicornHunters.com, LinkedIn Broadcast, Facebook Video and YouTube.

Key Points: 
  • Easy Energy Systems was founded in 2014 by Mark Gaalswyk , an award-winning entrepreneur from Minnesota, United States.
  • "Our vision is to convert waste into worth, while fueling the world, feeding the famished, and fostering environmental sustainability," said Mark Gaalswyk, Founder and Chairman of Easy Energy Systems.
  • "Easy Energy Systems is one of those companies, and we're proud to be helping them get the funding they need to make a real difference."
  • The Unicorn Hunters show can be streamed on multiple platforms including UnicornHunters.com , LinkedIn Broadcast , Facebook Video , YouTube , and Vimeo .

WestJet growth plan soars with intercontinental expansion across Canada

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

"In addition, Icelandic travellers can fly to Calgary and enjoy all that the city and the province of Alberta has to offer.

Key Points: 
  • "In addition, Icelandic travellers can fly to Calgary and enjoy all that the city and the province of Alberta has to offer.
  • WestJet is an important and welcome addition to our Airport Community, a strong partner for years to come."
  • We look forward to continuing our valued relationship with WestJet, and sincerely appreciate the commitment to address opportunities within our market."
  • "The additional flights to these beautiful and historic cities will give our passengers greater choice when traveling to Ireland and Scotland."