Travel news overview

• Miscellaneous
• 15/09/2023 21:34

Passenger Demand Continues Strong in July – IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the post-COVID recovery momentum continued in July for passenger markets.

Total traffic in July 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 26.2% compared to July 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 95.6% of pre-COVID levels.

Domestic tr… read more

• Flights
• 15/09/2023 21:28

CPT's Tourism numbers exceed pre-pandemic levels as visitors stream in from abroad

Between January and April 2023, Cape Town International Airport saw a sharp recovery in international arrivals, with UK passenger arrivals up 104% on April 2019, the Netherlands up 116%, and the US up sharply to 155%

The Western Cape's skies are not only almost 70% busier than last year, but international arrivals at Cape Town Inter… read more

• Rail
• 15/09/2023 21:21

Tanzania Railways Corporation Seeks Expertise For Business Transformation

The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) is taking a forward-thinking approach to revolutionize its operations and position itself as a leader in the transportation sector. In a recent tender announcement, the corporation has expressed interest in partnering with qualified consultants to draft a comprehensive Business Transformation… read more

• Flights
• 15/09/2023 21:20

Nile Air connects Cologne/Bonn airport ith Cairo

Nile Airis launching direct flights from Cologne/Bonn Airport to Cairo starting on October 15, 2023. The airline will operate the route twice a week, connecting the Rhineland region to Egypt’s capital, Cairo. This new partnership is seen as an asset for the airport, providing passengers with direct access to Cairo… read more

• Flights
• 15/09/2023 21:16

Two Boeing 737-400s operated by Comair have been given a second

After 79 years of existence, 74 of which were profitable, Comair was put into liquidation in June 2022. The final demise of the South African private operator was decided last May with the sale of its assets, including several Boeing family aircraft.

• Flights
• 13/09/2023 21:02

Air France/KLM Group and Etihad Airways strengthen collaboration for enhanced passenger experience

In a significant move toward expanding their global footprint and offering passengers an enriched travel experience, the Air France-KLM Group and Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership, encompassing various aspects of their operations, marks a renewed co… read more

• Rail
• 13/09/2023 20:59

Seamless operation of trains between South Africa & Mozambique

Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) and Caminhos De Ferros De Mocambique (CFM) are excited to announce that the historic agreement, signed in April 2023, enabling the seamless operation of trains between the two countries, will expand to include chrome and ferrochrome flows with 3 trains per day starting from 1 September 2023.

The first phase of r… read more

• Flights
• 13/09/2023 20:58

Emirates and AEGEAN extend codeshare partnership to Athens – Newark route

Emirates and AEGEAN have announced an extension of their codeshare partnership, adding the Athens-New York (Newark) route to their collaboration. This expansion comes as both airlines celebrate one year of successful cooperation that has benefited over 16,800 passengers.

Emirates passengers can now enjoy stopovers … read more

• Destinations
• 13/09/2023 20:56

Ghana Tourism Authority launches 2023 ‘Tourism Month’ with high hopes

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has set its sights on a robust domestic tourism scene for the upcoming month of September with the official launch of the 2023 ‘Tourism Month’. This annual event seeks to promote and celebrate the vivacious tourism offerings of the nation.

This year’s Tourism Month aims to emphasise the sign… read more

• Flights
• 13/09/2023 20:53

FG approves United Nigeria Airlines for UK, US, Four other Int’l Routes

The Federal Government has approved six international routes for United Nigeria Airlines (UNA) in fulfillment of the Bilateral Air Service Agreements (BASA).

A letter conveying the approval from the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, dated September 8, 2023, signed by Hassan Ejibunu, Director, Air Transport Management, … read more