North Asia News
24-Mar-2010
Hong Kong Airlines will launch a scheduled passenger service between Hong Kong and Moscow, the capital and the most flourishing city of Russia, in June this year. The inauguration of this new long-haul route is a major milestone of the airline's aggressive expansion plan.
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24-Mar-2010
The Civil Aviation Department has allowed three airlines to cut passenger fuel surcharges by 4% in April. They are All Nippon Airways, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.
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28-Sep-2009
CHINA :
Due to continuing record higher fuel prices, it would increase the fuel surcharges for ticket issued on or after 01-Oct-2009.
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28-Sep-2009
CHINA :
Star Alliance members Air China and ANA will commence a code-sharing agreement on flights operated by both airlines between Beijing Capital International Airport and Tokyo's Haneda Airport from October 25 this year.
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23-Sep-2009
The 8th East Asia Airport Alliance (EAAA) Meeting was held by Incheon International Airport Corporation at Hyatt Regency Incheon from 17 to 18 September 2009. A delegation of Macau International Airport (MIA) led by Dr. Deng Jun, Chairman of the Board of Directors of CAM, participated the meeting.
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25-Aug-2009
AUSTRALIA :
25-Aug-2009 Low fares leader Jetstar will launch its first services into mainland China from 16 December 2009 with a four times weekly service between Singapore and Haikou*, capital of Hainan Province.
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03-Aug-2009
Mr. Daniel Boy will return to AAT as General Manager effective 1 Aug 2009.
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03-Aug-2009
On 31 July 2009, the Company, Tigris, Galink and the Export Agent entered into the Aircraft Sale Agreement pursuant to which the Company conditionally agreed to sell and Tigris conditionally agreed to acquire the Aircraft, the Spare Engines and the corresponding Spare Parts at an aggregate consideration of US$124 million; and (2) the Company, Galink and the Export Agent entered into the Spare Parts Sale Agreement pursuant to which the Company conditionally agreed to sell and Galink conditionally agreed to acquire the Spare Parts at an aggregate consideration of US$1.02 million.
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03-Aug-2009
Reference is made to the announcement of the Company dated 10-Jul-2009 (the “Announcement”) regarding the absorption of Shanghai Airlines by the Company. Terms used herein shall have the same meanings as defined in the Announcement unless the context otherwise requires.
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27-Jul-2009
International Aero Engines announced today the delivery of the 100th V2500-powered A320 family aircraft to China Southern Airlines.
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20-Jul-2009
Privately-owned carrier reinforces competitiveness with highly efficient Airbus fleet
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20-Jul-2009
Special discounts and exclusive FREE gift reserved for Priority Pass members Priority Pass has launched a Shopping Benefits Promotion at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). From now until 31-Oct-2009, Priority Pass members can enjoy a range of shopping offers at selected outlets in HKIA when presenting Priority Pass membership card upon purchase. Offers range from 10% discount on perfumes, cosmetics, fashions, high-end designer watches, jewellery, books & magazines, French Gourmet Chocolates & Fine Food, through to exclusive free gift from the leading luxury travel accessories brand.
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23-Jun-2009
Hong Kong Airlines and OnAir agreement to install full Mobile OnAir and Internet OnAir inflight passenger communications services on their new fleet of twin-aisle Airbus A330 aircraft four A330-200 and six A330-300. These will be delivered starting November 2010, and will operate on routes in South-East Asia, China and North America.
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09-Jun-2009
An unveiling ceremony held in Binhai New District of Tianjin on 06-Jun-2009 marks the official founding of Tianjin Aviation Ltd (referred to as Tianjin Aviation hereinafter, a joint venture between HNA Group, Tianjin Port Free Trade Zone and Hainan Airlines Co., Ltd.
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26-May-2009
New free power recharging and internet access station at
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) will provide passengers an even more convenient travelling experience in Hong Kong. This new Power Pole facility, also known as 1O1O
Next G™ Experience Station, offers passengers a real mobile broadband experience via the world’s fastest All-IP mobile broadband network at download speeds up to 21Mbps and additional power recharging service. Each pole is equipped with a 22” LCD monitor and a computer unit connected through 1O1O Next G™ Express 21 Modem for ultra-high speed internet connection.
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18-May-2009
In April, there was continued improvement in passenger traffic in domestic and regional routes. Domestic passenger traffic continued to record year-over-year growth. Regional routes also fared better with double-digit growth measured on a year-over-year and a month-over-month basis. International routes saw a mild growth compared with last month but the rate of year-over-year drop was higher than that of last month. The cargo operation only saw year-over-year growth in domestic market. There was no improvement seen in international and regional markets.
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14-May-2009
DHL today announced an investment of over HK$100 million in Hong Kong.
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14-May-2009
As part of SilkAir's risk management programme, there are contingency plans in place to handle the current Influenza A (H1N1) situation. These plans serve to ensure the well-being of both our customers and staff.
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14-May-2009
Cathay Pacific Airways was notified by Hong Kong health authorities that a passenger on CX879 who arrived at Hong Kong International Airport at 7pm HK time on 11-May-09 from San Francisco has since tested positive for Influenza A (H1N1).
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06-May-2009
FRANCE :
BOC Aviation has entered into a purchase and leaseback transaction with Air France for two Boeing 777-300ER passenger aircraft and two 777-200LR freighter aircraft. The first tranche of two freighters closed on 29-Apr-09and the second tranche of two passenger aircraft is expected to close in June 2009.
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05-May-2009
As Hong Kong’s airline, Cathay Pacific always puts the health and safety of
its passengers and employees as a top priority. In light of increased attention worldwide on the potential threat caused by the Influenza A (H1N1)(swine influenza) outbreak, the airline has put a number of procedures in place to ensure it is fully prepared in the event of the continued spread of the disease.
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05-May-2009
China Airlines 04-May-09 inaugurated direct charter flights between Taoyuan and Chengdu. China Airlines President Sun Huang-Hsiang flew on the inaugural flight to attend a ceremony upon arrival at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
China Airlines 04 May 09, acaba de estrenar un vuelo charter entre Taoyuan y Chengdu. Sun Huang-Hsiang, presidente de la aerolínea, estuvo en el vuelo inaugural para asistir a una ceremonial a su llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional de Chengdu Shuangliu
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05-May-2009
CHINA :
GE Commercial Aviation Services (GECAS) announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737-800 to Hainan Airlines to help the carrier’s fleet expansion.
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04-May-2009
CHINA :
Harbin Embraer Aircraft Industry Company, Ltd. (HEAI) has reached an agreement with Hainan Airline Company, Ltd. (HNA) to amend the existing contract signed on 31-Aug-06, readjusting the original firm order of 50 ERJ 145 jets to the new figure of 25 aircraft.
Harbin Embraer Aircraft Industry Company, Ltd. (HEAI) ha alcanzado un acuerdo con Haina Airline (HNA) para modificar el contrato existente firmado en agosto del 2006, reajustando la pedido inicial de 50 ERJ 145 a 25 aviones.
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01-May-2009
CHINA :
GE Commercial Aviation Services 01-May-09 announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737-800 to Xiamen Airlines to help the carrier’s fleet expansion.
GE Commercial Aviation Services acaba de anunciar (01May 09) la entrega de un nuevo Boeing 737-800 a Xiamen Airlines en su plan de expansión.
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01-May-2009
The Airport Authority announced a relief package of HK$450 million to assist airlines and other operators whose business at Hong Kong International Airport has been adversely affected by the global economic downturn.
La Autoridad Aeroportuaria destinará 450 millones para ayudar a las aerolíneas y a las demás compañías del sector que operan en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong afectadas por la global crisis económica.
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29-Apr-2009
The Airport Authority (AA) has put in place a number of precautionary measures at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) to guard against the potential outbreak of swine influenza.
La Airport Authority (AA) acaba de poner en marcha en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong (HKIA) unas medidas para prevenir el brote de gripe porcina.
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29-Apr-2009
DHL Express recently opened two new, state-of-the-art gateways and almost simultaneously won awards in five categories at the Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards (AFSCA) 2009.
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28-Apr-2009
The Board of the Airport Authority (AA) announced a relief package of HKD450 million to assist airlines and other operators whose business at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) has been adversely affected by the global economic downturn. The relief package comprises HKG200 million worth of reductions in charges and HKG250 million interest-free, deferred payments, starting Apr-09.
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28-Apr-2009
Dragonair announced (28-Apr-09) that the airline's Special Leave Scheme, one of a series of cost-cutting measures introduced last week, has received an encouraging response. More than three-quarters of staff in the Dragonair network have already agreed to join the scheme to help the airline get through the current difficult times.
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27-Apr-2009
Air traffic volumes at MIA continue to decline in the first quarter of 2009 as the global economic crisis has taken a heavy toll on the demand for travel worldwide.
En el primer trimestre de 2009, el Aeropuerto Internacional de Macau sigue registrando un descenso en su tráfico como consecuencia de la crisis económica mundial.
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23-Apr-2009
Nuance-Watson (Hong Kong) and Pal Zileri today celebrated the grand opening of the brand’s first airport flagship store in Asia at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Located at the heart of the airport’s East Hall retail zone, the 35 square metre store satisfies customers’ aspiration for Italian-made luxury classic fashion, casual wear and accessories.
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23-Apr-2009
CHINA :
Air China Cargo and TAECO (Taikoo Aircraft Engineering Co.) (22-Apr-09)celebrated the redelivery of the carrier's first 747-400 Boeing Converted Freighter, the first of three 747-400BCFs ordered by the airline. The airplane is converted from an Air China 747-400 Combi.
Air China Cargo y TAECO (Taikoo Aircraft Engineering Co.) celebran (22 Abr 09) la entrega de su primer Boeing 747-400 carguero, el primero de los tres 747-400BCF que ha pedido la aerolínea. Este avión esla version convertida del Boeing 747-400 Combi de Air China.
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23-Apr-2009
CHINA :
As the world’s leading corporate information distribution service, PR Newswire Asia has signed an agreement with Air China to offer high-end business travelers the PR Newswire Asia press release distribution service. From 1-Apr-09 to 30-Jun-09, PR Newswire Asia will provide all passengers of Air China’s Forbidden Pavilion First Class and Capital Pavilion Business Class one complimentary press release, for distribution in North America or mainland China.
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23-Apr-2009
Motorola, Inc. and partners Avery Dennison RFID and Print-O-Tape, Inc., have been awarded a multi-year contract to supply Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) with up to 70 million radio frequency identification (RFID) enabled IATA standard 21 RFID baggage tracking tags.
Motorola, Inc. y su socio Avery Dennison RFID y Print-O-Tape, Inc., acaban de obtener un contrato de varios años para suministrar al Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong (HKIA) con hasta 70 millones de sistemas de identificación automática por radiofrecuencia (RFID) que cumplen la norma IATA para el seguimiento de etiquetas de equipajes.
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21-Apr-2009
Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) managed a total of 3.9 million passengers and 268,000 tonnes of cargo in March 2009, representing decreases of 7.9% and 19.8% respectively from the corresponding month in 2008.
El Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong (HKIA) registró en marzo de 2009 un total de 3.9 millones de pasajeros y 268.000 toneladas de cargo. Estas cifras representan una descenso de 7.9% y 19.8% respectivamente en relación al mismo mes del año anterior, 2008.
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17-Apr-2009
Cathay Pacific Airways announced (17-Apr-09) a series of measures that will help it deal with a drop in business resulting from the current economic downturn. In response to deteriorating business conditions, the airline will reduce passenger capacity by 8% and overall cargo capacity by 11% from May. At the same time, in a further effort to reduce cash spend, the airline will introduce a four-tier, top down Special Leave Scheme under which staff will be asked to take unpaid leave varying from one to four weeks according to their seniority.
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17-Apr-2009
U.A.E. - DUBAI :
Starting from 29-Apr-09, Air Macau will increase frequency between Macau and Beijing two to three flights daily.The 3RD new service NX006/NX005 will offer passengers the choice of three flights between Macau and Beijing everyday. It gives greater flexibility and selection especially for business passengers, more convenience to plan and manage the day-to-day businesses. Passengers can also enjoy immediately and smooth connections at Beijing Capital Airport to/from United States, Canada or Europe and other cities.
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14-Apr-2009
CHINA :
Air China launched a through check-in service which allows passengers to stopover in Beijing without having to collect their baggage.
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24-Feb-2009
In view of the current global economic downturn, Nuance-Watson (Hong Kong) introduced (23-Feb-09) the WE SUPPORT volunteer staff programme: One hundred Nuance-Watson management and back office staff dedicated a total of 800 hours of their time to work in the company’s anchor stores at Hong Kong International Airport. The programme was designed to foster the team spirit throughout the company while at the same time fighting the downturn and bringing extra value to customers at Hong Kong International Airport.
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18-Feb-2009
Travelport GDS has renewed its content distribution agreement with Taiwan-based carrier, China Airlines. This development extends the current agreement Travelport has with the airline and will provide agents with greater ease in booking content along with improved service delivery for their customers.
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11-Feb-2009
ANA Group filed a revision of its normal international fares with the Japanese government (10-Feb-09) for travel between Japan and Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
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20-Jan-2009
JAPAN :
The JAL Group has made an additional revision to the international passenger route, flight frequency, and fleet plan for the second half of FY2008, covering the period 01-Oct-08 to 31-Mar-09.
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13-Jan-2009
Yantai Laishan international airport commenced (12-Jan-09) operation of the new runway. Yantai airport started its expansion project in Jun-07 and built a new 3200m x 50m runway. The old runway was renovated to a 3200m taxiway.
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08-Jan-2009
With total investment of CNY 13 billion, Chengdu Shuangliu international airport commenced (06-Jan-09) its second runway and new terminal project.
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08-Jan-2009
Nanjing Lukou international airport apron and terminal expansion project commenced (06-Jan-09) construction work. The main work includes building new apron 174,000 sqm with 17 parking bays, a remote departure hall, security inspection spots, check-in counters and parking areas.
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05-Jan-2009
China Airlines plans to inaugurate four new charter routes that will serve Korea and Australia. These include new charter flights from Kaohsiung to Cheongju beginning on 26-Dec-08, and flights from Taipei to Cairns starting on 16-Jan-09, and from Taipei to Daegu and Taipei to Gwangju starting on 24-Jan-09.
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12-Dec-2008
Cathay Pacific Airways released (11-Dec-08) combined Cathay Pacific and Dragonair traffic figures for Nov-08 that show a slide in the number of passengers carried and a steep drop in cargo and mail tonnage compared to Nov-07.
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03-Nov-2008
EVA Air is to resume non-stop passenger flights between Taipei and Paris, 14 months after suspending the service. Rising oil prices and other operating costs prompted the carrier to switch its former Paris service to a cargo-only operation in Nov-07.
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01-Aug-2008
Star Alliance member carriers celebrated their move to the western part of the main terminal at Seoul’s Incheon International Airport. Following Star Alliance’s Move under one Roof (MuoR) concept, member carriers operating to Incheon completed relocation on 10-Jun.
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26-Mar-2008
All Nippon Airways, Japan’s second largest carrier, plans to establish an office in Hong Kong from Apr-08, as it researches the possibility of establishing an LCC in the region.
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01-Feb-2008
Dragonair welcomed the new air services agreement signed between Hong Kong and Japan.
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01-Feb-2008
Hong Kong and Japan signed a new air services agreement on 31 January 2008. Airport Authority Hong Kong welcomed the conclusion of the latest round of air services consultations.
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02-Aug-2007
KOREA REPUBLIC OF :
(CAPA) Amid rising demand for services to China, Korean Air announced plans to expand codeshare services to China, effective 28-Oct-07 to include all routes of the two Chinese carriers:
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22-Jul-2007
(CAPA) Oasis Hong Kong Airlines announced (22-Jun-07) the appointment of a Korean sales agent in an effort to strengthen its operations in the country.
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05-Jul-2007
(CAPA) Air Macau announced plans to launch twice-daily Macau-Osaka (Kansai) service this month with A321 equipment.
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31-May-2007
JAPAN :
(CAPA) All Nippon Airways announced (31-May-07) it is considering signing a cross-shareholding agreement with Shanghai Airlines Co, under which the carriers would acquire an interest in each other.
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24-Jan-2007
CHINA :
(CAPA)
Air China and Asiana Airlines signed an expanded codeshare agreement, effective 01-Feb-07, covering nine more routes (in addition to Beijing-Busan and Hangzhou-Incheon) and 151 weekly frequencies. New destinations covered by the agreement include Beijing, Qingdao, Weihai, Tianjin, Dalian, Yanji, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hangzhou. The airlines eventually plan to cooperate on all China-Korea services.
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