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Air New Zealand Named ‘Airline of the Year’, Third Time Round

Air New Zealand has again scooped the title of Airline of the Year by world leading airline safety and product rating review website AirlineRatings.com for the third consecutive year.

South African Airways Further Strengthens West African Network, Introduces Abuja

South African Airways (SAA), the leading carrier in the Sub-Saharan Africa region, has introduced a second entry point to Nigeria, which will considerably add to business travel options in the West African region.

South African Airways Opens New Domestic Lounge ‘VIA’

Following months of extensive refurbishment, patrons travelling to local destinations will now be able to enjoy a new contemporary and stylish South African Airways (SAA) lounge - called the VIA lounge - in the domestic departure area of OR Tambo International Airport.

South African Airways Collects Bouquet of Awards

South African Airways (SAA) reconfirms its position as leading airline on the African continent.

Air New Zealand and Air China Launch New Alliance Route

Star Alliance members Air New Zealand and Air China have launched joint sales for a new daily direct service between Auckland and Beijing.

Brazil’s GOL Joins BSP in Greece, Appoints Discover the World as GSA

Brazilian airline GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes (G3), the largest low-cost airline in Latin America, announced it has joined Greece’s BSP (Billing Settlement Plan) booking system.

All Blacks Rugby Team Stars in Air New Zealand’s Safety Video

Air New Zealand has teamed up with the All Blacks and an all-star line-up of international rugby greats to tackle the airline’s latest on board safety video, Men in Black Safety Defenders.

South African Airways Launches Route Between Ghana and Washington

South African Airways (SAA), the leading carrier on the African continent, in early August launched its inaugural flight between Accra, Ghana and Washington DC in North America.

Air New Zealand Wins Triple at 2015 Skytrax Awards

Air New Zealand has been awarded "World’s Best Premium Economy Class", "Best Premium Economy Class airline seat" and "Best Premium Economy onboard catering" in this year’s Skytrax World Airline Awards that took place on June 16 at the Paris Air Show.

Dinos Frantzeskakis Re-elected President of the Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE)

Dinos Frantzeskakis was re-elected as the president of the Hellenic Association of Airline Representatives (SAAE) for a 2-year mandate on May 25, following the association’s annual general assembly in Athens.

Air New Zealand’s ‘Surfing Safari’ Safety Video Makes Waves

Air New Zealand’s latest inflight safety video Surfing Safari has attracted almost four million online viewers in its first week.

South African Airways Still a ‘Cool’ and Relevant Brand

South African Airways (SAA) has again been given the green light by the youth of the country, by being voted the "coolest" domestic airline, at an annual reward ceremony where the hippest and happening brands are announced.

China’s Hainan Airlines Gaining Ground

Hainan Airlines is gaining ground against its competitors with a comprehensive international expansion plan that includes the acquisition of 37 new jets and deals with General Electric and Rolls-Royce for engines to power the 30 Boeing 787-9s it plans to order.

Virgin Atlantic Adds Second Daily Service to San Francisco

Virgin Atlantic is doubling its flights between London Heathrow and San Francisco, by adding a second daily service from October 24.

Condor Airlines Celebrates in Athens

Condor Airlines recently hosted a reception for Greek tourism professionals at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens.

Air New Zealand Announces Strong Half Year Result

Air New Zealand today announced record normalised earnings - before taxation of $216 million for the first six months of the 2015 financial year, an increase of 20 percent on the previous corresponding period.

South African Airways Strengthens Global Position with 4-Star Rating

South African Airways (SAA) has strengthened its global position by being awarded a 4-Star rating for the thirteenth consecutive year.

Air New Zealand Named Airline of the Year 2015

Air New Zealand has been named Airline of the Year for the second consecutive year by AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating website.

Air New Zealand Wins Big in Monocle Magazine’s Annual Travel Top 50 Awards

Air New Zealand has been awarded Best Economy Cabin, Best Premium Economy Cabin, and Best Livery Design in this year’s Monocle magazine Travel Top 50 Awards.

South African Airways Hosts Dinner For Top Greek Travel Agents In Athens

South African Airways (SAA) recently hosted a dinner for leading travel agents in Athens, Greece.