November 14, 2024

News to Know

Asia-Pacific Airlines Resolve to Advance Responsibly by Tackling Sustainability, Safety, and Regulations Issues
(SOURCE: TTG ASIA)

Airline leaders in attendance at the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) 68th Assembly of Presidents, which opened in Brunei Darussalam on November 14, have passed a series of resolutions covering sustainability, aviation safety, and the streamlining of regulations.

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AVIATION

Flair Airlines Introduces Canada's Only On-Time Guarantee for Punctual Flights or Payback (SIMPLE FLYING)

Minister Pledges Better Protection for UK Airline Passengers (THE GUARDIAN)

Asia's Airlines Blame Supply Chain Woes for Disrupted Operations (REUTERS)

Nearly 30 Russian Airlines on Verge of Bankruptcy; Ukraine War ‘Punches Hole’ In Russian Aviation (EURASIAN TIMES)

HOSPITALITY

Design Hotels Accelerates Global Portfolio Growth with Milestone Signings (4HOTELIERS)

Preferred Announces 24 New Member Hotels (4HOTELIERS)

SUSTAINABILITY

Green Flight Paths Could Make Aviation More Sustainable, Say Researchers (TECHNOLOGY NETWORKS)

Neste, Air Canada Sign SAF Supply Agreement (WASTE TODAY MAGAZINE)

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GBTA APAC Conference 2025 Singapore
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Early Bird Ends 29 November at 11:59 PM SGT

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Crisis24 Intelligence Brief

Asia - TS Man-yi tracking west-northwestward in Philippine Sea early Nov. 14. Close approach to Yap State, Federated States of Micronesia ongoing.

Asia - Super Typhoon Usagi tracking northwestward in the Philippine Sea early Nov. 14. Landfall over Cagayan Province, Philippines, imminent.

Belgium - Taxi driver protest in central Brussels, Belgium, Nov. 14. Ground travel disruptions likely.

Portugal - Unionized metro workers on strike in Lisbon, Portugal, 05:00-10:00 Nov. 14. Service disruptions likely. Reconfirm schedules.

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