European Low Fares Airline Association

Iberia Launches a New Route From Cairo to Madrid

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Monday, July 8, 2019
Airlines, European Low Fares Airline Association, Aviation, European Regions Airline Association, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

They will also be able to fly to 25 cities in the U.S. and Latin America.

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  • They will also be able to fly to 25 cities in the U.S. and Latin America.
  • To celebrate the launch of this new route, Iberia is offering return tickets from Cairo to Madrid starting at 239 EUR, final price*.
  • Together with its subsidiary Iberia Express and its franchise partner Iberia Regional/Air Nostrum, it operates about 600 flights each day with a fleet of some 140 aircraft.
  • In 2016 and 2017, Iberia was the world's most punctual airline according to FlightGlobal Incorporating FlightStats,while itwas awarded its 4th Skytrax star in 2017.

Europe’s Airlines Continue to Be Impacted According to OAG’s OTP Star Ratings, as Delays Increased 14%

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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Air, Transport, Transportation, Travel, Airlines, Aviation, Low-cost carriers, European Low Fares Airline Association, Airline, EasyJet, EasyGroup, Lufthansa, US Airways, Airport, OAG’s OTP Star Ratings, OAG

easyJet was awarded a respectable 3 Star rating after a year of challenges brought on by significant air traffic congestion in Summer 2018.

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  • easyJet was awarded a respectable 3 Star rating after a year of challenges brought on by significant air traffic congestion in Summer 2018.
  • However, damage to punctuality and the costs that delays are incurring has resulted in one of Europes biggest carriers Lufthansa been harder hit with their OTP falling to a 2-star level.
  • OAGs annual rating system is a global accreditation program that recognizes exceptional OTP across all airports and airline.
  • The awards showcase the industrys premier performers, with the top ten percent of airlines and airports receiving five stars.

Transavia France and OpenAirlines Announce Green Initiative to Launch Real Time and In-flight Fuel Efficiency Solution

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Friday, June 14, 2019
Air France–KLM, European Low Fares Airline Association, Low-cost carriers, Transavia, Airlines

Transavia and OpenAirlines, the leading global provider of fuel efficiency solutions signed an agreement on Friday, June 14th.

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  • Transavia and OpenAirlines, the leading global provider of fuel efficiency solutions signed an agreement on Friday, June 14th.
  • Transavia becomes the research and development partner for SkyBreathe OnBoard, a real-time eco-flying solution that provides live guidance to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions during the flight.
  • Complementing SkyBreathe Fuel Efficiency, which provides recommendations before and after the flight, SkyBreathe OnBoard is a connected Electronic Flight Bag application, that uses Big Data and Artificial intelligence to detect fuel saving opportunities during the flight.
  • In 2019, Transavia have been rewarded for it quality of services online with the trophy Qualiweb 2019 in Tourism and Transport category.

Transavia France and OpenAirlines Announce Green Initiative to Launch Real Time and In-flight Fuel Efficiency Solution

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Friday, June 14, 2019
Air France–KLM, European Low Fares Airline Association, Low-cost carriers, Transavia, Airlines

Transavia and OpenAirlines, the leading global provider of fuel efficiency solutions signed an agreement on Friday, June 14th.

Key Points: 
  • Transavia and OpenAirlines, the leading global provider of fuel efficiency solutions signed an agreement on Friday, June 14th.
  • Transavia becomes the research and development partner for SkyBreathe OnBoard, a real-time eco-flying solution that provides live guidance to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions during the flight.
  • Complementing SkyBreathe Fuel Efficiency, which provides recommendations before and after the flight, SkyBreathe OnBoard is a connected Electronic Flight Bag application, that uses Big Data and Artificial intelligence to detect fuel saving opportunities during the flight.
  • In 2019, Transavia have been rewarded for it quality of services online with the trophy Qualiweb 2019 in Tourism and Transport category.

Avios and Chase Celebrate 26-Year Relationship with Contract Renewal

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Transport, Air, Travel, Transportation, Other Travel, Professional services, Banking, Finance, Airlines, Companies, Aviation, British brands, European Low Fares Airline Association, British Air Transport Association, IBEX-35, International Airlines Group, British Airways, US Airways

Today, Chase Card Services and Avios Group (AGL) Limited announced a multi-year extension to the British Airways Visa Signature Card .

Key Points: 
  • Today, Chase Card Services and Avios Group (AGL) Limited announced a multi-year extension to the British Airways Visa Signature Card .
  • The announcement strengthens the mission between Chase and British Airways, to provide exclusive benefits and rewards for international and domestic customers.
  • Avios can also be used for hotels, car hire and Avios part payment reducing the cash amount paid for flights.
  • Andrew Crawley, CEO, Avios Group said: We are always looking to work with partners that make collecting Avios more convenient and rewarding.

Wizz Air Chooses Comply365 to Support Growth

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Thursday, May 16, 2019
Airlines, European Low Fares Airline Association, Wizz Air, Bedfordshire, Aviation, Low-cost carrier, Luton Airport

As the leading low-cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, Wizz Air needed an innovative way to speed up its documentation process to support its rapid growth plans.

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  • As the leading low-cost carrier in Central and Eastern Europe, Wizz Air needed an innovative way to speed up its documentation process to support its rapid growth plans.
  • They fly under two AOCs (Air Operator Certificates): Wizz Air Hungary, based in Budapest, and Wizz Air UK, based in London Luton.
  • "We warmly welcome Wizz Air to our global community of diverse Comply365 users," Comply365 CEO Tom Samuel said.
  • Wizz Air recently accepted delivery on the first of 256 Airbus A321neo aircraft to support their growth strategy throughout and beyond Europe.

Top UK & Ireland Airlines Asked to Reopen Over Half of Compensation Claims That They Have Denied in the First Instance, According to AirHelp

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Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Airport, Public transport, Airline, Aviation, Human activities, Transport, Flight Compensation Regulation 261/2004, European Low Fares Airline Association, Low-cost carriers, Huzar v Jet2.com

Departure airports must be based within the EU; in case of arrivals, the carrier airline must be based in the EU.

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  • Departure airports must be based within the EU; in case of arrivals, the carrier airline must be based in the EU.
  • However, airlines are exempt from the obligation to compensate air passengers in extraordinary circumstances, such as storms or medical emergencies.
  • AirHelp is the world's largest organisation specialising in air passenger rights, helping travellers get compensation for delayed or cancelled flights and in instances of denied boarding.
  • AirHelp has aided more than 10 million people, is available in 30 countries and has more than 600 employees.

Hertz Launches The British Collection In The UK, Offering New Themed Premium Experience

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Friday, April 5, 2019
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The British Collection is designed to offer an end-to-end premium service, bringing together The Best of British with a host of extras included to pamper customers and smooth the journey.

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  • The British Collection is designed to offer an end-to-end premium service, bringing together The Best of British with a host of extras included to pamper customers and smooth the journey.
  • To complete the experience, Hertz worked with British artist Lauren Baker to develop a new neon light installation to launch The British Collection, signifying the union of modern and premium brands from the UK.
  • The unveiling of The British Collection follows the successful launch of the premium "Selezione Italia" range in Italy last year.
  • The British Collection is a new, upmarket offering, built with creativity and luxury in mind.

The Sterling Group Announces Promotions

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Wednesday, February 6, 2019
European Low Fares Airline Association, Sterling Airlines, Private equity firm, Airlines, Aviation

HOUSTON, Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Sterling Group, an operationally focused private equity firm based in Houston, Texas, announced the promotions of Scott MacLaren, Franny Jones, Max Klupchak, and Claudine Lussier.

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  • HOUSTON, Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Sterling Group, an operationally focused private equity firm based in Houston, Texas, announced the promotions of Scott MacLaren, Franny Jones, Max Klupchak, and Claudine Lussier.
  • Scott joined Sterling in 2014 from The Boston Consulting Group and has played an integral role on the deal teams of American Bath Group, Highline Aftermarket, Lynx FBO Network, and Evergreen North America.
  • "We are thrilled to recognize these four outstanding contributors to The Sterling Group.
  • Founded in 1982, The Sterling Group is a private equity investment firm that targets controlling interests in basic manufacturing, distribution and industrial services companies.

Deadline Alert: The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Looming Deadline in the Class Action Lawsuit Against Ryanair Holdings plc

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Saturday, January 5, 2019
Professional services, Legal, European Low Fares Airline Association, Ryanair, Depositary receipts, American depositary receipt, ADR, Market economics), Economy, Aviation

Ryanair investors have untilJanuary 9, 2019 to file a lead plaintiff motion.

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  • Ryanair investors have untilJanuary 9, 2019 to file a lead plaintiff motion.
  • Investors suffering losses on their Ryanair investments are encouraged to contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss their legal rights in this class action at 888-638-4847 or by email to [email protected] .
  • On this news, Ryanair's American depositary receipt ("ADR") price fell$7.09, or 6.21%, over three trading sessions, to close at$107.00onSeptember 18, 2017, thereby injuring investors.
  • The complaint filed in this class action alleges that the Company made false and misleading statements to the market.