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Covid-19: Colombian Airline Avianca Files for Bankruptcy

Colombian airline Avianca has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US Southern District of New York, due to "the unforeseeable impact of the Covid-19 pandemic".

Covid-19: Textile Company ‘Pennie’ Donates Masks to Greek Hospitals

Greek textile company Pennie has donated reusable masks to the doctors and nurses of four hospital units in Greece, aiming to support their efforts to curb the Covid-19 pandemic.

Heathrow to Test Temperature Screening Technology for Covid-19 Detection

London's Heathrow Airport is getting ready to trial temperature screening technology on passengers, aiming to reduce risk of Covid-19 transmission while traveling.

Lufthansa Group: Crete Among 106 Destinations of June Flight Schedule

Lufthansa Group has announced that numerous sunny destinations, including Crete in Greece, will once again be accessible with its members airlines, starting in June.

Greek Court Rejects Hard Rock Hellinikon Casino Case

Greece’s top administrative court has rejected Hard Rock's appeal contesting the country's gaming regulator's decision on the Hellinikon casino tender process.

Eurowings Invites Customers to Shape the Future of Air Travel – Competition

Eurowings has launched an innovation competition, inviting private and business travelers to join forces and shape the future of air travel.

Qatar Airways Aims to Rebuild Network to 80 Destinations by End of June

Qatar Airways will begin a phased approach to expand its network, initially to 52 destinations by the end of May and to 80 in June.

Celestyal Supports Greece’s Vulnerable Groups, Healthcare Professionals

Celestyal Cruises is supporting Greece’s local communities and healthcare professionals in their efforts to curb the Covid-19 pandemic.

KLM Slowly Restores European Network, Makes Masks Mandatory on Flights

KLM announced that it will gradually begin restoring its European network and that it is making face masks compulsory on board.

Wizz Air Plans Ahead, Announces Routes from London-Luton to Greece

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air has announced new routes to four Greek destinations from London-Luton for summer 2020.

Air France: Masks Compulsory on All Flights as of May 11

Air France will be asking its customers to wear a mask throughout their journey as of May 11, in efforts to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Minoan Lines: Special Ticket Discount for Greece’s ICU Medical Staff

In an act of solidarity and gratitude, Minoan Lines announced that it is offering a special ticket discount to the ICU medical staff of Greece’s 13 Covid-19 referral hospitals.

Airbnb Fires 1,900 Employees Due to Covid-19 Crisis

Short-term rental platform Airbnb is reducing its workforce by 25% due to the hit the travel industry has received by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mohegan Says Covid-19 Won’t Stop Hellinikon Casino Project in Greece

US-based Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment says that its investment for the first Integrated Resort and Casino in Greece will move ahead as scheduled, if selected.

Covid-19: Greece’s AEGEAN Airlines Counting on Government Support

Greek national carrier AEGEAN is hoping for government support after it suffered massive losses due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

European Commission Approves €7bn French Aid to Air France

The European Commission has approved a 7-billion-euro French aid measure to Air France for the company to obtain urgent liquidity in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Qatar Airways Announces Flights to South Africa to Help Get People Home

Qatar Airways has announced six flights from Doha to Johannesburg to help stranded South African nationals get home.

Emirates Operating Limited Passenger Flights in May

Emirates is operating limited passenger services this month to facilitate travel for residents and visitors wishing to return home.

Delta: All Customers Must Wear Face Coverings for Travel

Delta Air Lines customers as of May 4 are required to wear a face mask or appropriate face covering when traveling with the airline.

Government Banks Step in to Support Korean Air

Two state-owned banks in South Korea will give up to 1.2 trillion won ($971 million) in liquidity to Korean Air Lines to support the company during the Covid-19 pandemic.