SIA posts record results
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
Singapore Airlines Group (SIA) has posted record annual numbers, with the Singapore-Changi Airport-based group recording a net profit of US$2.78 billion, 3.9 more than the previous year.
Swiss cuts flights as pilot shortage bites
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
Swiss International Air Lines has cancelled hundreds of flights between now and October 2025 and is altering planning strategies to ensure 'thousands of passengers' are able to reach their destinations.
Delta rejigs and renames fares classes
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
From October 1, US carrier Delta Air Lines is folding its Basic Economy class into a new 'Delta Main' offer with three levels: Basic, Classic and Extra, each offering varying perks and restrictions.
SIA duo to move to Changi T5
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
A ground-breaking ceremony for Changi Airport Terminal 5 (T5) has seen national carrier Singapore Airlines (SIA) confirm it and its budget arm Scoot will consolidate their operations there when the terminal opens in the mid-2030s.
Last executive jailed in Polar kickbacks case
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
The people involved in a scheme to defraud Polar Air Cargo of US$32 million are still being jailed, despite the company no longer operating.
BeauTech acquires four E175s
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
Engine lessor BeauTech Power Systems has acquired four Embraer E175 aircraft managed by aviation financier Altavair and leased by Lot Polish Airlines.
ITB China adds Travel Innovation Hub
- MICE News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
ITB China 2025, taking place from May 27 to 29 at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, is to unveil the Travel Innovation Hub, focused on the integration of technology into the travel industry.
Global conflicts affecting most international MICE plans
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
The Global Socio-Political Impact Survey of 2025 from the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) shows 59.53 per cent of respondents report global conflicts have impacted their ability to plan or host international meetings or events.
Qatar Air places record Boeing order
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
US plane maker Boeing and Qatar Airways have signed a deal for as many as 210 Boeing 787 and 777X widebody jets.
4,000-plus meetings reported at Fiji Exchange
- MICE News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
The 2025 Fiji Tourism Exchange, held at the Denarau Island Convention Centre, Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, attracted more than 550 participants from 19 countries, with 138 international buyers, 84 sellers and representatives from 10 global media outlets. Organisers reported more than 4,000 business meetings took place, creating opportunities for new partnerships, promotion and collaboration.
Qatar Air places record Boeing order
- BTN News
- Sunday, 18 May 2025
US plane maker Boeing and Qatar Airways have signed a deal for as many as 210 Boeing 787 and 777X widebody jets.
IATA launches baggage management program
- BTN News
- Thursday, 15 May 2025
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap developed with airlines, airports and industry partners, to improve both operational efficiency and traveller satisfaction and modernise baggage operations.
Swanson is new BestCities chair
- BTN News
- Thursday, 15 May 2025
BestCities Global Alliance has appointed Julia Swanson, ceo of Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB), its board chair, taking over from Edward Koh.
