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The UK’s Future Flight Challenge has a new supporter in Heathrow Airport who has successfully pitched two forward-thinking innovative ideas. (Also see Future Flight Challenge in this week's BTN)
The win gives the airport the opportunity to re…
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Over 40 new innovative projects across the UK will receive a share of £33.5m in funding from the Future Flight Challenge, part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund, delivered by UK Research and Innovation. (Also see Heathrow innovation move in this…
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Situated on a walkway from Heathrow T4 the Heathrow Hilton has taken the opportunity during the lockdown for a £3m refurbishment which will make the most of its large open lobby and natural light, to create a nature-inspired experience.
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BTN reported on 1 February this year the likelihood that the De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 might be coming to the end of its production life. This has been followed up by a statement from owner Longview Aviation Capital. Longview also owns Viking Aircr…
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In spite of the enormous difficulties imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic Airbus managed to deliver 566 commercial aircraft last year. This compares to 863 in 2019, a drop of 34%.
Airbus clocked 268 net commercial orders, down from 768 in 2019, …
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The Scottish carrier, which marks its 60th anniversary next year, has become the UK’s largest regional operator after taking over routes from Flybe and also BMI Regional which ceased flying in February 2019. Currently Loganair has a fleet of 42 air…
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Interviewed by Chairman Karl Brünjes at a very well-attended Aviation Club Webinair last Wednesday, Loganair CEO Jonathan Hinkles made the point that in his view business travel – crucial for regional airlines – “isn’t going back t…
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The European Union’s (EU) second highest court last week rejected Ryanair’s legal challenge to state aid given to rival airlines during the pandemic. The Dublin-based airline said that it will appeal. “Now is the time for the European C…
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Gloria Guevara, president & CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), has sent UK prime minister Boris Johnson a strong letter urging him to provide evidence of a clear exit strategy to save the besieged UK Travel & Tourism sector.
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With the future still uncertain regarding overseas air travel Business Travel News looks at Britain’s regional coastlines with the help of the National Coastal Tourism Academy. There are some extraordinary outdoor places to see and explore.
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The Testing Labs Locator, powered by TrustAssure, is for many SkyTeam member airlines the future for polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests, in the battle to check for Covid-19.
This new app highlights the growing number of testing locations servici…
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London rail users can now benefit from a fine new app that clicks to the individual stations and gives live train departure times.
Users can then check the ongoing schedule, and if they want to know the arrival time, typically Gatwick, that is just…
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Users of LNER East Coast Main Line should be aware that there will be significant disruption of services between now and June regardless of any consequences of the travel ban.
For some weekends both King's Cross and St Pancras stations will …
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The name ‘Dettol’ may be synonymous with childhood and protection for cuts and bruises but it is a serious hygiene tool and Britain’s biggest selling disinfectant.
Supported by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, B…
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Flight Global reports that US airline executives have met with administration officials at the White House to lobby against a possible coronavirus testing requirement for all domestic air travellers.
Airlines have been wary of such plans since an o…
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It may seem a long way off but the aviation charity Aerobility is asking you to put Saturday 13 March at 18:00 (GMT) in your diary for a spectacular video event.
Hosted by impressionist Jon Culshaw, Armchair Aurora plans to ‘Light Up Lockdown…
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Essar Oil (UK) has joined forces with Fulcrum BioEnergy facility which will convert non-recyclable household waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for use by airlines operating at UK airports.
This innovative bio-refinery will convert several …
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From today (15 February) all arrivals at English ports will be required to undertake two mandatory Covid-19 tests – on day 2 and day 8 of their 10-day quarantine.
Those who have been to a ‘red list’ country are now required to pur…
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John Holland-Kaye, Heathrow CEO, has gone public on a plea to Nigel Blackler, service director – transport and infrastructure at Cornwall Council to decide as soon as possible on reinstating the Newquay – London Public Service Obligation (PSO). T…
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Aspire has introduced a 10% discount on their UK & Irish lounges this week to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They currently have lounges on sale up to the end of 2022, so while you might not have any immediate plans to fly, make sure you take advanta…
Global Travel News -
The Fern Bambora Fort, Bambora-Udaipur features 32 regency-fashioned well-appointed rooms and suites
by Anithya Balachandran at Tue, 08 Aug 2023 05:38:16 +0000
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There are a total of eight collectible bags, featuring new fragrances and amenities including a keepsake mirror
by Mark Caswell at Tue, 08 Aug 2023 01:00:06 +0000
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The carrier has posted a video on its social media pages showing a suite with sliding door and wireless charging capabilities
by Mark Caswell at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 10:15:21 +0000
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The country is determined to secure a prosperous and vibrant future for its cherished landmarks and traditions by nurturing a harmonious coexistence between tourism and heritage preservation
by Anithya Balachandran at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:35:28 +0000
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A further 25 properties have been upgraded in times for the peak summer period, and the group plans to roll out the new design to a total of 55 hotels this year
by Mark Caswell at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 08:35:43 +0000
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New nonstop services to Milan’s Malpensa from Shenzhen and Wenzhou
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 08:11:21 +0000
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The Singapore carrier restores Airbus A380 service to Continental Europe
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:40:18 +0000
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Plans have been submitted to transform the city's George Henry Lee building into a 175-room Mama Shelter property
by Mark Caswell at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:28:18 +0000
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J Wellness Circle offers curated experiences for rejuvenation of mind, body and soul
by Anithya Balachandran at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 06:58:44 +0000
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The 249 residences range in size from one-bedroom suites to four-bedroom penthouses
by Varun Godinho at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 06:33:45 +0000
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An agreement with LuxUrban Hotels will see properties in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington, and New Orleans join Wyndham’s Trademark Collection
by Mark Caswell at Mon, 07 Aug 2023 06:21:04 +0000
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The 130-seat lounge has been inspired by the landscape of Amman and Jordan’s World Heritage Site Petra, and offers facilities including showers and private workstations
by Mark Caswell at Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:00:45 +0000
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A total of 120,585 passengers travelled through the airport on 30 July
by Mark Caswell at Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:00:13 +0000
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The report by the Centre for Economics and Business Research also said that the removal of the scheme is costing the UK £10.7 billion in annual lost GDP
by Mark Caswell at Sat, 05 Aug 2023 01:00:37 +0000
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The runway opened in 1943 as part of what was then an American military base during World War Two
by Mark Caswell at Sat, 05 Aug 2023 01:00:23 +0000
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Through the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Cox’s Bazar Kolatoli Beach, Hotel Ibis Limited is expected to create more than 150 jobs for the local youth in Cox’s Bazar
by Anithya Balachandran at Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:54:28 +0000
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Thailand’s luxury brand will launch Dusit Thani Kyoto in September
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:41:13 +0000
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Members can now earn points at around 150 City Express by Marriott properties in the Caribbean and Latin America
by Mark Caswell at Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:21:45 +0000
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The brand will open its doors on Sydney's Darling Harbour in October
by Business Traveller Asia Pacific at Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:17:46 +0000
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The 230-key hotel is located on Jermyn Street behind Fortnum & Mason, and will be refurbished before being reflagged under Ascott’s Crest Collection
by Mark Caswell at Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:33:20 +0000
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