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IBTM World surpasses 2023 event with surge in pre-scheduled meetings
With only days to go before the global business events community comes together in Barcelona for IBTM World 2024, organisers of the leading intern… read more
South Africa crowned "Most Desirable Destination for Wildlife & Nature"
The readers of Wanderlust, a UK based independent travel magazine, crowned South Africa the "Most Desirable Destination for Wildlife &… read more
AFRAA focuses on security and connectivity in its five-year strategy
The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) has outlined its priorities for the next five years during its annual general meeting in Cairo, which brought together the CEOs of the 45 member airlines to plan the future of African aviation.
The event, which will take place from November 17-19, marks the start of AFRAA's strategic plann… read more
Etihad To Announce Ten New Destinations
Etihad Airways is preparing for one of its most ambitious initiatives to date, as it gears up to announce 10 new destinations in a single day. On November 25, the airline will unveil these locations, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing growth journey and commitment to exceptional customer service.
Antono… read more
Business Travel Industry Reflects on a Resilient 2024, Sets Optimistic Plans for Growth
As 2024 draws to a close, there is strong sentiment from the global business travel industry that the year outperformed expectations, paving the way for increased budgets, strategic investments and growth initiatives for 2025. This is according to a new … read more
Delayed Luggage: NCAA Goes Tough On Defaulting Airlines
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has introduced stringent measures to further guide against passengers’ delayed luggage by airlines. In compliance with the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations (NCARs), the regulatory agency is imposing fines of $170 and N10, 000 on foreign and local airlines, respectively for delayed passengers’… read more
VistaJet Continues Expansion Plans in East and South Africa
VistaJet (www.VistaJet.com), the world’s first and only global business aviation company, is set to organize its first-ever East and South Africa Static Display Roadshow, showcasing its flagship aircraft, the Bombardier Global 7500. The event will commence in… read more
Norse Atlantic 787 Dreamliner lands in Antarctica for the second consecutive year
One year after making history as the first Dreamliner to land on Antarctica’s unique blue ice runway at Troll Airfield, Norse Atlantic Airways has completed its second charter for the purpose of scientific research on the continent.
On November 15th, at 10:55 local time, Norse Atlantic’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner (LN-FNC) successfully t… read more
Lobito Atlantic Railway Receives First Batch of New Container Wagons, Marking Significant Milestone
Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), a key operator along the strategic Lobito Railway Corridor, has received its first delivery of 275 new container wagons from South African manufacturer Galison Manufacturing. This delivery marks a significant milestone in LAR's ambitious three-year expansion and modernization plan, aimed at enhancing tran… read more
Comprehensive Overview of AirAsia X's New Kuala Lumpur-Nairobi Route: Impacts and Opportunities
AirAsia X's launch of a new direct flight route between Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Nairobi, Kenya, marks a significant milestone in the relationship between these two nations. This comprehensive analysis explores the multifaceted impacts and opportunities arising from this new connection, covering tourism, trade, education, cultural t… read more
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