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IHCL unveils its flagship Ginger at Mumbai Airport

17Nov

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IHCL unveils its flagship Ginger at Mumbai Airport

IHCL announced the opening of Ginger Mumbai, Airport. The 371 keys flagship Ginger hotel, strategically located near the domestic airport will introduce the brand’s lean luxe design and service philosophy of offering a vibrant, contemporary, and seamless hospitality experience to its guests. Speaking on the occasion, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, “The opening of Ginger Mumbai Airport is a significant milestone in the transformation journey of the brand which now has over two third of its operating hotels in the upgraded new lean luxe identity.” He added, “India’s economic growth and rapidly expanding infrastructure presents a significant opportunity for the mid-scale segment. Having pioneered the segment in India, IHCL is set to launch simila...

Munich airport brings forward net zero target by 15 years – Business Traveller

16Nov

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Munich airport brings forward net zero target by 15 years – Business Traveller

Munich airport has announced a target of reaching net zero by 2035, 15 years earlier than previously planned. The target involves reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions (ie: those the airport can directly influence) by a minimum of 90 per cent. The remaining 10 per cent of emissions will be removed from the atmosphere through measures including turning a commercial forest into a ‘climate forest’, enabling “carbon dioxide to be removed from the atmosphere and subsequently captured for the long term when the timber is used in construction or furniture”. The airport said measures were planned in four areas: Energy supply – including the use of renewable natural gas (biomethane) for its in-house cogeneration plant, the expansion of photovoltaics, the purchase of electricity from renewable sources...

Industry bodies disagree over air fare and airport charge increases – Business Traveller

15Nov

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Industry bodies disagree over air fare and airport charge increases – Business Traveller

ACI EUROPE has published a rebuttal of recent claims by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) showing that travellers in Europe are benefiting from air fare increases that are undercutting inflation. The European airport trade body said that while IATA states air fares only increased by +16 per cent as of June this year compared to 2019, “independent and authoritative data from RDC shows such increase actually standing at +38 per cent over the peak Summer months (Q3) – nearly two times the increase in the average consumer prices index (+20.8 per cent)”. ACI EUROPE also said that “IATA’s assertion that airport charges have been continuously increasing above inflation also does not stand scrutiny”. The body said that this assertion relies on “flawed data” from just two airport...

Manchester airport surpasses pre-pandemic passenger figures – Business Traveller

14Nov

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Manchester airport surpasses pre-pandemic passenger figures – Business Traveller

Manchester airport has reached an important milestone, with its passenger numbers overtaking pre-pandemic levels for the first time in October. The airport served 2.6 million passengers last month, which is equivalent to 105 per cent of 2019 levels. Passenger levels were also up 14 per cent on October 2022 and brought the airport’s rolling 12-month total to 27.6 million passengers. The airport said that demand had been driven by flights to destinations such as Dubai and an increase in city breaks to places including Amsterdam, Dublin and Paris. Manchester airport managing director Chris Woodroofe commented: “I’m really pleased to see passenger numbers recover beyond their pre-pandemic levels. But what’s even more important to me is the fact that we’re delivering a great service to all th...

Revamped Gatwick airport station to open on 21 November – Business Traveller

10Nov

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Revamped Gatwick airport station to open on 21 November – Business Traveller

Gatwick airport will unveil its upgraded station facilities later this month. The £250 million project has included the creation of a second concourse and airport entrance, with eight new escalators, five new lifts, four new stairways and widened platforms. The existing station concourse has also been expanded, with new customer information systems, more ticket gates, and a dedicated passenger assistance point. When the upgraded facilities open on Tuesday 21 November, the new concourse will act as the entrance for people accessing the airport terminal, with the existing concourse being used for those exiting. Rail operator Govia Thameslink – which operates Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services through the airport – said that the upgrades would result in “easier journeys from ...

Plaza Premium and Capital One open Denver airport lounge – Business Traveller

8Nov

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Plaza Premium and Capital One open Denver airport lounge – Business Traveller

Officially known as the Plaza Premium Lounge in partnership with Capital One, the facility is open daily from 0500 to 2100, and features shower suites, a full service bar, dine-in and grab-and-go food options, private workspaces, a family room and a relaxation room with EnergyPod nap chair. Commenting on the news Pascal Belanger, senior vice president Americas of Plaza Premium Group, said: “Our mission is to enhance travel by reimagining and elevating the airport journey for travellers, and we’re thrilled to announce the opening of our third Plaza Premium Lounge in the United States. “This new lounge, in partnership with Capital One, enables us to strengthen our connection with the Mile High City and also presents us with the exciting opportunity to introduce a premium lounge experience ...

Amsterdam Schiphol raising airport charges by nearly 15 per cent – Business Traveller

3Nov

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Amsterdam Schiphol raising airport charges by nearly 15 per cent – Business Traveller

Amsterdam Schiphol has announced plans to raise its airport charges for 2024 by more than previously expected, “due to lost income in 2022”. Charges will increase by 14.8 per cent next year, rather than the previously expected 12 per cent. The airport said that the move was a result of lost revenue during the pandemic, with remaining travel restrictions at the start of 2022 leading to fewer flights. Schiphol stressed that legislation meant it was not permitted to make any profit from airport charges, with monies received being spent on facilities and services used by airlines, including runway maintenance, security, maintenance in the terminal and cleaning. The airport also said that where reduced flight numbers last year were a result of security staff shortages, it had not included the...

Stansted airport gets go-ahead for terminal extension – Business Traveller

1Nov

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Stansted airport gets go-ahead for terminal extension – Business Traveller

London Stansted airport has been given the green light to extend its existing terminal building. The project was unveiled this summer, and has now been granted planning permission by the Planning Inspectorate. It follows the shelving of plans for a separate Arrivals Halls at the airport in 2019. A three-bay extension will now be built at the back of the existing terminal building, adding 16,500 sqm of capacity. The scheme will create a more spacious departure lounge, with more seating, shops, bars and restaurants, as well as additional check-in desks, increased baggage capacity and a larger security hall with more lanes. The project is one of several investment plans recently unveiled at UK airports, including the construction of a £50 million security screening hall at Birmingham airpor...

Air New Zealand unveils new premium check-in at Auckland airport – Business Traveller

27Oct

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Air New Zealand unveils new premium check-in at Auckland airport – Business Traveller

Star Alliance member Air New Zealand has transformed its premium check-in area at Auckland airport, which officially reopened this week. Premium check-in provides frequent flyers, Koru members, and premium cabin customers with an exclusive space to start their journey, allowing them to check-in and drop their bags with swift service and minimal waiting times. The space has been fully redesigned to deliver an enhanced travel experience for customers from the moment they step through the door. The new design features sweeping timber curves imitating the contour of a bird’s wing in motion to help guide customers through their check-in journey. Folded ceiling battens illustrating a stylised nest pattern help soften the area acoustically and illuminated feather motifs, visible between the...

Changi Airport launches “Shall We Just Go?” campaign

24Oct

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Changi Airport launches “Shall We Just Go?” campaign

With the launch of its new travel campaign ‘Shall We Just Go?’ Changi Airport Group aims to show that one can enjoy the thrill of travelling without the hassle of planning every minute of the trip. Featuring six enchanting mystery destinations, anyone who is ready to fly within 30 days can participate and the lucky winners will be whisked away to a mystery destination for the payment of just $1. This prize package includes a pair of return air tickets and $500 of Trip.com vouchers for accommodation. Each of the six mystery destinations in the 12-week ‘Shall We Just Go?’ campaign is served by direct flights from Changi Airport within a four-hour flying radius. Competition participants simply have to indicate that they can take off in the next 30 days, and will be in the running for the dr...