Greater Toronto Airports Authority

Lynx Air takes off to Cancún starting today

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

TORONTO, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flight to Mexico today, departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and arriving at Cancún International Airport (CUN).

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx) is launching its inaugural flight to Mexico today, departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and arriving at Cancún International Airport (CUN).
  • Canada’s leading ultra-affordable airline will operate six direct flights per week between Toronto and Cancún, equating to more than 2,000 seats per week both ways.
  • “Lynx is connecting Canadians to sunny Cancún at an ultra-affordable price.
  • “We’re pleased to see Lynx continue to grow their network from YYZ and provide passengers with increased choice.”
    “Today is a day of great celebration for Cancun’s International Airport as we welcome Lynx Air into our family.

Lynx Air adds Saskatchewan with the addition of Regina to its expanding network

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

REGINA, Saskatchewan, Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), announced today the addition of Regina to its network starting June 20, 2024, marking Lynx’s first expansion into the Saskatchewan market and making the total number of North American destinations served by Lynx to twenty-three.

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  • REGINA, Saskatchewan, Jan. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air (Lynx), announced today the addition of Regina to its network starting June 20, 2024, marking Lynx’s first expansion into the Saskatchewan market and making the total number of North American destinations served by Lynx to twenty-three.
  • There will be six weekly flights on each route in and out of Regina to Vancouver and Toronto.
  • The sale will run until 11:59 PM CST on January 18, 2024, and is accessible with promo code: REGINA.
  • “We are excited to be adding Regina to the Lynx Air network in the lead up to summer.

Paradies Lagardère and ARHT Expand Innovative Collaboration to Toronto Pearson International Airport

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Friday, December 1, 2023

This initiative comes after the successful implementation at Charlotte Douglas International Airport and marks a significant step in enhancing the airport experience.

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  • This initiative comes after the successful implementation at Charlotte Douglas International Airport and marks a significant step in enhancing the airport experience.
  • This holiday season, Pearson International Airport will be enlivened with a holographic Santa Claus, courtesy of this expanded partnership.
  • Khalil Lamrabet, Chief Commercial Officer, Greater Toronto Airports Authority, said, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Paradies Lagardère and ARHT Media Inc. to bring this innovative and engaging technology to Toronto Pearson just before the busy holiday season.
  • Stay tuned for the official of this groundbreaking collaboration as Paradies Lagardère and ARHT transform the travel retail industry.

Lynx Air launches service between Toronto and Fort Myers

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Friday, December 1, 2023

TORONTO, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight to the Fort Myers area takes off today from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW).

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight to the Fort Myers area takes off today from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW).
  • Canada’s ultra-affordable airline will operate four flights per week between Toronto and Fort Myers, flying brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.
  • We are proud to be the only low-cost carrier connecting Toronto and Fort Myers, and we are dedicated to making travel accessible and enjoyable.
  • “Today, Lynx launches its first nonstop flight into Fort Myers from Toronto, Canada (YYZ), a popular destination for residents and visitors coming to Southwest Florida, which will be a great new low-cost option for travelers to enjoy.”
    Fares between Toronto and Fort Myers start at $111*, one way, including taxes and fees.

Lynx Air launches service between Toronto and Tampa Bay

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Friday, November 10, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight to the Tampa Bay area takes off today from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Tampa International Airport (TPA).

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lynx Air’s (Lynx) inaugural flight to the Tampa Bay area takes off today from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Tampa International Airport (TPA).
  • Canada’s ultra-affordable airline will operate four flights per week between Toronto and Tampa, flying brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft.
  • To celebrate Lynx’s new Tampa service, the airline is offering a chance to win a vacation package for two, including flights, accommodation, and passes to some of Tampa Bay’s hottest attractions.
  • “We are thrilled to offer an ultra-affordable option to travel conveniently between Toronto and Tampa Bay.

New Tech and AI platform Keep Passengers Moving Safely and Efficiently at Toronto Pearson Airport

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231214527378/en/
    Axis Communications intelligent network cameras and Zensors artificial intelligence platform improve Toronto Pearson Airport experience.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Toronto Pearson Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Canada, and second-busiest airport in North America for international traffic, receiving 276 inbound international flights a day and processing more than 21.3 million international arrivals a year.
  • By leveraging the open-architecture design of Axis Communications devices and the Zensors artificial intelligence (AI) platform, Toronto Pearson Airport is now able to correlate the relationship between wait times, corresponding flight numbers, time of day, and the overall schedule of inbound flights.
  • Doing so now provides actionable insights to airport personnel while maintaining the privacy and anonymity of its visitors.

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.

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  • "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."

First-of-its-kind autonomous airfield inspection vehicle showcased by Greater Toronto Airports Authority

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2023 /CNW/ -The Greater Toronto Airports Authority, in collaboration with prominent technology leaders, showcased a cutting-edge autonomous perimeter inspection solution that aims to keep airport runways, taxiways and security fences safe.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2023 /CNW/ -The Greater Toronto Airports Authority, in collaboration with prominent technology leaders, showcased a cutting-edge autonomous perimeter inspection solution that aims to keep airport runways, taxiways and security fences safe.
  • This vehicle is part of Toronto Pearson's unwavering commitment to invest in technology that enhances the safety, security, and sustainability of the airport.
  • The solution provides an exciting opportunity for employees to work with innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of airfield operations.
  • "Toronto Pearson is proud to be a leader when it comes to investing in technology that will enhance the efficiency of our operations," said Brian Tossan, Chief Technology Officer, Greater Toronto Airports Authority.

Honda Prototype Autonomous Work Vehicle Demonstrates New Value for Airfield Operations

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Today's demonstration of a first-of-its kind autonomous perimeter fence inspection solution showed how the Honda AWV could be used to address the challenges of labor shortages, safety and security, and emissions reductions to bring new value to airfield operations.

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  • Today's demonstration of a first-of-its kind autonomous perimeter fence inspection solution showed how the Honda AWV could be used to address the challenges of labor shortages, safety and security, and emissions reductions to bring new value to airfield operations.
  • First introduced by Honda as a concept at CES 2018, the Autonomous Work Vehicle is now advancing toward commercialization and Honda is inviting interested companies to email [email protected] for more information about participating in the field testing initiative.
  • The Honda Autonomous Work Vehicle is designed to boost workforce productivity and support repetitive tasks that allow companies to focus their workforce on value-added activities.
  • Honda has field tested the Autonomous Work Vehicle at several worksites, where the vehicle successfully transported supplies to pre-set destinations within the work site along a calculated route and proved capable of stopping within centimeters of pre-set points.

Honda Prototype Autonomous Work Vehicle Demonstrates New Value for Airfield Operations

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Today's demonstration of a first-of-its kind autonomous perimeter fence inspection solution showed how the Honda AWV could be used to address the challenges of labour shortages, safety and security, and emissions reductions to bring new value to airfield operations.

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  • Today's demonstration of a first-of-its kind autonomous perimeter fence inspection solution showed how the Honda AWV could be used to address the challenges of labour shortages, safety and security, and emissions reductions to bring new value to airfield operations.
  • First introduced by Honda as a concept at CES 2018, the Autonomous Work Vehicle is now advancing toward commercialization and Honda is inviting interested companies to email [email protected] for more information about participating in the field testing initiative.
  • The Honda Autonomous Work Vehicle is designed to boost workforce productivity and support repetitive tasks that allow companies to focus their workforce on value-added activities.
  • Honda has field tested the Autonomous Work Vehicle at several worksites, where the vehicle successfully transported supplies to pre-set destinations within the work site along a calculated route and proved capable of stopping within centimetres of pre-set points.