Airline alliances

Alaska Airlines expands technology partnership with Sabre to drive profitability and accelerate growth

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Aviation, Airlines, SeaTac, Washington, Regions of the United States, Alaska Air Group, Travel technology, Airline alliances, Alaska Airlines, Oneworld, Sabre, Airline, Horizon Air

"Alaska Airlines is delighted to build on our existing agreement with Sabre, our trusted and long-term technology partner," said Andrew Harrison,Chief Commercial Officer ofAlaska Airlines.

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  • "Alaska Airlines is delighted to build on our existing agreement with Sabre, our trusted and long-term technology partner," said Andrew Harrison,Chief Commercial Officer ofAlaska Airlines.
  • Our extended technology partnership with Sabre will support us in this goal, in addition to help us enhance productivity and enable our award-winning service."
  • Sabre will continue to support Alaska's growth as a new member of the oneworld alliance with its technology solutions.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

The Race To Be On Time Is Back For Airlines And Airports

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
Aviation, Airlines, Human activities, Airline, US Airways, Japan Airlines, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Air shuttle, Airline alliances, Airline tickets, Air traffic controller, Computer reservation system

Cirium restarts The On-Time Performance Report for airlines and airports, in a positive sign for the aviation industry.

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  • Cirium restarts The On-Time Performance Report for airlines and airports, in a positive sign for the aviation industry.
  • In May 2021, Japan Airlines (JAL), Hawaiian Airlines, Red Wings and Avianca top the ranks for on-time arrivals in their respective regions.
  • Air New Zealand operated the most flights over the month (12,570) out of the top 10 on-time airlines.
  • Airlines no longer in the top 10 include LOT Polish Airlines, Air France, and Norwegian Air Shuttle.

The Race To Be On Time Is Back For Airlines And Airports

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
Aviation, Airlines, Human activities, Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, Japan Airlines, WOW Alliance, Airline, Airline alliances, Hawaiian Airlines, Airline tickets, Air traffic controller, Star Alliance

In May 2021, Japan Airlines (JAL), Hawaiian Airlines, Red Wings and Avianca top the ranks for on-time arrivals in their respective regions.

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  • In May 2021, Japan Airlines (JAL), Hawaiian Airlines, Red Wings and Avianca top the ranks for on-time arrivals in their respective regions.
  • Air New Zealand operated the most flights over the month (12,570) out of the top 10 on-time airlines.
  • JAL has risen in the ranks from 10th to 1st place when comparing to Cirium's last monthly report in February 2020.
  • Airlines no longer in the top 10 include LOT Polish Airlines, Air France, and Norwegian Air Shuttle.

A world of possibilities: Alaska Airlines officially joins oneworld

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Airlines, Aviation, Human activities, Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, Airline alliances, European Low Fares Airline Association, Frequent flyer programs, In aviation, Oneworld, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines

"Joining oneworld is joining a family of the best airlines in the world," saidBen Minicucci, Alaska's CEO.

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  • "Joining oneworld is joining a family of the best airlines in the world," saidBen Minicucci, Alaska's CEO.
  • With safety protocols in place due to the pandemic, Alaska and oneworld hosted a virtual celebration and news conference today in Seattle, the airline's hometown.
  • The 14 full members of oneworld are: Alaska Airlines; American Airlines; British Airways; Cathay Pacific Airways; Finnair; Iberia; Japan Airlines; Malaysia Airlines; Qantas; Qatar Airways; Royal Air Maroc; Royal Jordanian; S7 Airlines and SriLankan Airlines.
  • oneworld brings together 14 world-class airlines Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines and SriLankan Airlines, and more than 20 of their affiliates.

A world of possibilities: Alaska Airlines officially joins oneworld

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Airlines, Aviation, Human activities, Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, Airline alliances, European Low Fares Airline Association, Frequent flyer programs, In aviation, Oneworld, Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8473052-alaska-airlines-official...

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  • Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8473052-alaska-airlines-official...
    "Joining oneworld is joining a family of the best airlines in the world," saidBen Minicucci, Alaska's CEO.
  • With safety protocols in place due to the pandemic, Alaska and oneworld hosted a virtual celebration and news conference today in Seattle, the airline's hometown.
  • The 14 full members of oneworld are: Alaska Airlines; American Airlines; British Airways; Cathay Pacific Airways; Finnair; Iberia; Japan Airlines; Malaysia Airlines; Qantas; Qatar Airways; Royal Air Maroc; Royal Jordanian; S7 Airlines and SriLankan Airlines.
  • oneworld brings together 14 world-class airlines Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian, S7 Airlines and SriLankan Airlines, and more than 20 of their affiliates.

Delta Air Lines named 2nd Best Airline in the World according to eDreams

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Airlines, Aviation, Human activities, OpenTravel Alliance, American Airlines Group, US Airways, eDreams, Qatar Airways, Airline, Delta Air Lines, Airline tickets, Airline alliances

LONDON, Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Delta Air Lines has been named the second best airline in the world according to eDreams - one of Europe's largest online travel agency brands - in its most recent 'Best Airlines in the World' Report.

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  • LONDON, Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Delta Air Lines has been named the second best airline in the world according to eDreams - one of Europe's largest online travel agency brands - in its most recent 'Best Airlines in the World' Report.
  • Delta Air Lines came in second with unwavering commitment to passenger safety and customer refunds.
  • In the top 10 rankings, British Airways, Qatar Airways and Delta Air Lines scored highest as best airlines for refunds.
  • The airline with the most measures was Delta Air Lines, setting itself apart from the rest with its commitment to reducing capacity on board by blocking its middle seats.

Aeromexico Formalizes Agreements with Laboratories for Discounts on COVID-19 Testing

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
Airlines, Aviation, SkyTeam, Human activities, Airline alliances, COVID-19 testing, Aeroméxico, Coronavirus disease, Airline alliance, Severe acute respiratory syndrome

Both labs will offer discounts and other exclusive benefits for travelers with a valid reservation with Aeromexico or partner Delta Air Lines.

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  • Both labs will offer discounts and other exclusive benefits for travelers with a valid reservation with Aeromexico or partner Delta Air Lines.
  • The tests with access to special discounts are: Detection of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19 by PCR) and Rapid test for Antigen Detection.
  • Laboratorio Mdico del Chopo has labs in 23 states in Mexico and has about 60 branches that offer a COVID-19 testing.
  • Aeromexico is a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, which celebrated its 20th anniversary, and serves in 170 countries by the 19 SkyTeam airline partners.

Aeromexico continues negotiations with Unions

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Thursday, December 31, 2020
Airlines, Aviation, SkyTeam, Airline alliances, Aeroméxico

Negotiations with the Asociacin Sindical de Sobrecargos de Aviacin de Mxico (ASSA), continue advancing in the best conditions.

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  • Negotiations with the Asociacin Sindical de Sobrecargos de Aviacin de Mxico (ASSA), continue advancing in the best conditions.
  • Consequently, Aeromexico will continue negotiations with ASPA in order to reach agreement during the Cure Period.
  • Aeromexico is a founding partner of SkyTeam, an alliance that celebrates 20 years and offers connectivity in more than 170 countries, through the 19 partner airlines.
  • Aeromexico created and implemented a Health and Hygiene Management System (SGSH) to protect its clients and collaborators at all stages of its operation.

Star Alliance Expands Strategic Partnership with TCS to Deliver Enhanced Customer Experiences

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Monday, December 14, 2020
Aviation, Airline alliances, Airlines, Human activities, In aviation, OpenTravel Alliance, Star Alliance, Airline alliance, Airline, Alliance Airlines

TCS' strategic partnership with Star Alliance spans over 15 years and multiple geographies.

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  • TCS' strategic partnership with Star Alliance spans over 15 years and multiple geographies.
  • This gave the alliance complete virtual oversight of its organization and a scalable infrastructure that supports future growth.
  • The Star Alliance network was established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance to offer worldwide reach, recognition and seamless service to the international traveller.
  • Overall, the Star Alliance network currently offers more than 19,000 daily flights to over 1,300 airports in 195 countries.

NEC facial recognition adopted by "Star Alliance Biometrics" platform

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Airlines, Aviation, Surveillance, Identification, Airline alliances, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Group, Star Alliance, Facial recognition system, Frankfurt Airport, Biometrics

TOKYO, Dec 2, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) announced today that Lufthansa Airlines and Swiss International Airlines (SWISS), Lufthansa Group airline members of Star Alliance, launched the "Star Alliance Biometrics" identity verification platform utilizing NEC's facial recognition technologies at Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport.

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  • TOKYO, Dec 2, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) announced today that Lufthansa Airlines and Swiss International Airlines (SWISS), Lufthansa Group airline members of Star Alliance, launched the "Star Alliance Biometrics" identity verification platform utilizing NEC's facial recognition technologies at Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport.
  • NEC and Star Alliance have been cooperating since July 2019 in the development of an identity verification platform utilizing biometric certification(1), and this launch at Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport is the first commercial service to emerge from the partnership.
  • This platform features NEC's facial recognition engine, which has been evaluated as the world's most accurate(2), in order to ensure high-precision certification, even when individuals are wearing masks.
  • NEC's facial recognition is part of the NEC I:Delight(3) platform of contactless biometric solutions that make touchpoints touchless.