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ARPA-E Announces Innovation Agreement Outlining Vision for the Future of Electrified Airports at Technology Expo Hosted in San Antonio

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), the City of San Antonio Aviation Department and City Public Service Board (CPS Energy), and the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining collective efforts to develop and promote technologies that include, but are not limited to, sustainable aviation, battery technologies and innovative battery storage solutions, enhanced electric vehicle (EV) charging, and power demand management technologies.

Key Points: 
  • ARPA-E Director Evelyn Wang, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, UTSA President Dr. Taylor Eighmy, and CPS Energy Vice President of Customer Value Karma Nilsson were all present for the signing hosted at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio.
  • "We are excited at this opportunity to collaborate and showcase innovative energy technologies that could transform the future of aviation," said ARPA-E Director Evelyn N. Wang.
  • Our hope is that this partnership will lay the groundwork to enable future electrified airports."
  • "This is an important agreement with the potential to shape the aviation industry of the future," said San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg.

Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, CEO and President of greater:SATX, joins Prestigious Forbes Business Council

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SAN ANTONIO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- greater:SATX, the lead economic development organization for the greater San Antonio region, announced today that its CEO and President, Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, has joined the Forbes Business Council, an invitation-only community for business leaders and owners worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- greater:SATX, the lead economic development organization for the greater San Antonio region, announced today that its CEO and President, Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, has joined the Forbes Business Council, an invitation-only community for business leaders and owners worldwide.
  • Saucedo-Herrera was selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of her experience.
  • Criteria for acceptance includes a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.
  • As an accepted member of the Business Council, Saucedo-Herrera has access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help her reach peak professional influence.

LEO A DALY Celebrates New Opportunities for Aviation Industry

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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MIAMI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviation leaders at LEO A DALY, a top integrated design firm with decades of deep aviation expertise, are excited to participate in a wave of new aviation infrastructure projects.

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  • MIAMI, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviation leaders at LEO A DALY, a top integrated design firm with decades of deep aviation expertise, are excited to participate in a wave of new aviation infrastructure projects.
  • "Airports will be able to make upgrades to improve passenger experience, promote sustainability strategies and make travel more efficient," said Giovanni Cortes Caro, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, the aviation market sector leader for LEO A DALY.
  • LEO A DALY has touched airports across the country with its design, engineering, planning and interior design work.
  • LEO A DALY's past aviation work includes projects with:
    The firm also has extensive expertise in Air Traffic Control Tower design with more than 300 control tower projects to date.

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ACQUIRES SAFFiRE RENEWABLES AND STRENGTHENS FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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DALLAS, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announces the acquisition of SAFFiRE Renewables, LLC (SAFFiRE) as part of the investment portfolio of its wholly owned subsidiary Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, LLC (SARV).

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) announces the acquisition of SAFFiRE Renewables, LLC (SAFFiRE) as part of the investment portfolio of its wholly owned subsidiary Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, LLC (SARV).
  • SARV is dedicated to creating more opportunities for Southwest® to obtain scalable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
  • "This acquisition marks Southwest's transition from investor to sole owner of SAFFiRE, expressing our confidence in SAFFiRE's technology and its potential to advance our sustainability goals as well as the goals of the broader industry," said Bob Jordan , President & CEO of Southwest Airlines.
  • We look forward to continuing our journey with SAFFiRE as part of our efforts to propel this promising technology forward."

United Makes It Easier for Customers Who Use Wheelchairs to Book Flights That Can Accommodate Their Personal Device

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines has launched a new digital tool on its app and united.com that makes it easier for customers who use wheelchairs to find flights that can best accommodate the specific dimensions of their personal mobility device. The airline also announced that eligible customers may seek a refund of the fare difference if a customer needs to pay more for a flight that can accommodate their wheelchair.

Key Points: 
  • Last year, United and United Express together carried more than 200,000 checked wheelchairs.
  • In addition to working with the airline's Accessible Travel Advisory Board, United collaborated with United Spinal Association and Numotion to develop these industry-first initiatives.
  • "These new tools and policies also set our employees up for success, especially those working on the ramp or at the gate."
  • Customers with a personal wheelchair can visit the United app or united.com and use the filters on the flight search results page before selecting their flight.

June 18th, Hainan Airlines plans to resume the Brussels to Shanghai (Pudong) International Flight Route

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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BRUSSELS, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Airlines plans to resume direct flight from Brussels to Shanghai (Pudong) starting on June 18th.

Key Points: 
  • BRUSSELS, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Airlines plans to resume direct flight from Brussels to Shanghai (Pudong) starting on June 18th.
  • After Brussels-Beijing and Brussels-Shenzhen, this is Hainan Airlines' third route to China from Belgium, now double Daily flights from Belgium to China by Hainan Airlines.
  • Hainan Airlines reportedly intends to operate four international flights per week between Brussels and Shanghai (Pudong) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
  • The inbound flights are scheduled to depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 02:10 local time and arrive at Brussels International Airport at 08:10 local time, with an estimated flight duration of 12 hours.

Global Ecommerce Market Intelligence Subscription Service: Consumer Spending is Expected to Decline Further in H1 2024 Amid Economic Uncertainties Globally

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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DUBLIN, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Ecommerce Market Intelligence Databook Subscription - Q1 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Global Ecommerce Market Intelligence Databook Subscription - Q1 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Global Ecommerce market is expected to grow by 1.76% on annual basis to reach US$7,633.2 billion in 2024.
  • In 2024, the global B2C e-commerce sector is expected to record strong growth.
  • The integration of artificial intelligence with e-commerce marketplaces is also expected to gain momentum over the medium term.

ANOTHER IMPORTANT MILESTONE IN H55'S PATH TO PRODUCT CERTIFICATION

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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SION, Switzerland, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- H55, a pioneering leader in electric aviation, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its pursuit of certifying its electric motor technology. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has agreed to H55's Compliance Check list (CCL) for its electric motor and motor controller, demonstrating the safety and performance of the entire electric propulsion management system (EPS).

Key Points: 
  • Headquartered in Switzerland, H55 is at the forefront of electric aviation, specializing in electric propulsion, battery storage, and energy management solutions.
  • The newly established agreement with EASA marks another important achievement in H55's mission to revolutionize clean aviation.
  • It is a crucial step in securing formal certification of H55's complete electric propulsion system and an important recognition by the certification authorities on the reliability and capabilities of the company's propulsion solutions.
  • H55 takes pride in being one of the first European electric aviation companies to successfully navigate this critical phase in the certification process.

Regulatory Scrutiny and Commercial Necessity Fuels Growth in Aerospace Manufacturers' Digitalization Spend; Reaching US$54 Billion in 2034

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The dramatic images of a hole appearing in a Boeing aircraft operated by Alaskan Airlines put a sharp focus on the need to follow aircraft assembly, testing, and maintenance procedures rigorously. Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts that aerospace manufacturers will spend US$53.8 billion on digital technologies in 2034, up from US$30 billion in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts that aerospace manufacturers will spend US$53.8 billion on digital technologies in 2034, up from US$30 billion in 2022.
  • "Aerospace firms are under pressure from airlines positive about the demand for air travel and are looking to refresh their aircraft roster.
  • "It is not just individual components that need certification; individual tools used to perform tasks must be certified, too.
  • This report is part of the company's Industrial and Manufacturing Markets research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights.

Regulatory Scrutiny and Commercial Necessity Fuels Growth in Aerospace Manufacturers' Digitalization Spend; Reaching US$54 Billion in 2034

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Research, Certification, Pressure, Aerospace manufacturer, Air travel, Digitalization, Software, Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Traceability, Dassault Group, Hexagon, Geography, Aircraft

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The dramatic images of a hole appearing in a Boeing aircraft operated by Alaskan Airlines put a sharp focus on the need to follow aircraft assembly, testing, and maintenance procedures rigorously. Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts that aerospace manufacturers will spend US$53.8 billion on digital technologies in 2034, up from US$30 billion in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts that aerospace manufacturers will spend US$53.8 billion on digital technologies in 2034, up from US$30 billion in 2022.
  • "Aerospace firms are under pressure from airlines positive about the demand for air travel and are looking to refresh their aircraft roster.
  • "It is not just individual components that need certification; individual tools used to perform tasks must be certified, too.
  • This report is part of the company's Industrial and Manufacturing Markets research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights.