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Austro Control offers insight into the profession of air traffic controller

Jan Gruber 10 October 2024 07:07

On Saturday, October 12, 2024, Austro Control offers interested people the opportunity to gain a detailed insight into the profession of air traffic controller. The recruiting day, which takes place in the Austro Control visitor center in Vienna, enables participants to get to know the various areas of air traffic control. Tours of the 360° tower simulator offer practical insights into the training. Air traffic controllers provide personal information about their tasks, the selection process and the three-year training, which comes with a high salary and responsible tasks. In addition to virtual tours and the presentation of the radar workplaces, questions about the requirements and salary will also be answered. Austro Control is looking for young people with a high school diploma who are stress-resistant, can work in a team and have a good spatial imagination. Applications are possible at any time, although a multi-stage selection process must be completed.

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Air Arabia: Expansion plans with A321XLR until 2027

Amely Mizzi 10 October 2024 06:38

Sharjah-based low-cost airline Air Arabia has ambitious plans for the coming years. According to Managing Director Adel Abdullah Ali, the airline is expected to receive its first Airbus A2027-321NY(XLR) in 200. With this new aircraft type, Air Arabia aims to significantly expand its reach and start direct flights from its bases in Morocco and the Middle East to countries such as Russia and South Africa. This strategic decision could not only help the airline enter new markets but also increase its competitiveness in the highly competitive aviation market. Geographical expansion and strategic objectives Air Arabia has a clear growth strategy aimed at entering new markets. In an interview at the Routes World 2024 event in Bahrain, Ali explained that the new A321-XLR aircraft will enable the airline to fly not only within the Middle East, but also to Russia and even as far as South Africa. “In Morocco, we expect to enter the Middle East and further to Russia,” he explained. Ali also highlighted the untapped potential of Egypt as an important market that could be of interest to Air Arabia. The new aircraft type will enable Air Arabia to offer long-haul flights that were previously not possible due to the limitations of older models. The A321-XLR offers a longer range and could therefore enable the airline to serve markets that were previously out of its reach. This could be particularly important for competition in European and African airspace. Fleet management and future deliveries Air Arabia currently has a fleet of 47

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Graz Airport expands its gastronomic offer with snack machines

Amely Mizzi 10 October 2024 06:01

Graz Airport has expanded its service offering with four new snack machines from Café+Co, which are available 24 hours a day during the airport's opening hours. These machines offer drinks, snacks and light meals supplied by Austrian manufacturers, such as Krainer Wurst. The new self-service area in the public arrivals area offers passengers and visitors to the airport more flexibility in terms of catering, even during off-peak hours when other catering options are not available. Jürgen Löschnig, Managing Director of Graz Airport, emphasized that the expansion was implemented after intensive consideration to improve the supply of guests and employees of the airport. Gerald Matzner-Holsmer, Managing Director of Café+Co Austria, emphasized that the cooperation meets the highest quality and service standards and offers passengers quick access to high-quality snacks and drinks.

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Tus Airways under new majority ownership: Reorientation and expansion

Amely Mizzi 10 October 2024 05:30

The Cypriot airline Tus Airways, whose home airport is in Larnaca, is facing a significant change in its ownership structure. Ami Cohen and Arnon Englander, both owners of the Holiday Lines Group, have significantly increased their shares in Tus Airways by exercising a purchase option. They had already acquired 33,3% of the shares in the airline earlier this year and will jointly control 75% of the company after the completion of the current transaction. This transaction marks an important step for the future strategic direction of the airline, which is positioning itself in a highly competitive European aviation market. Acquisition and expansion: who is behind the deal? Cohen and Englander are no strangers to the aviation industry. They also own BlueBird Airways, a Greek airline based in Irakleion that specializes in charter flights. Their experience in operating airlines as well as their financial investments should put Tus Airways on course for further growth. Both investors have decided to reduce the share of the remaining owners Global Knafaim Leasing and Kenneth Woolley, a US entrepreneur with Cypriot citizenship. After the takeover, Global Knafaim and Woolley will each hold only 12,5% ​​of the shares in the airline. The value of the transaction, which Global Knafaim Leasing stated in its documents as $2,1 million, shows that Cohen and Englander have great confidence in the potential of Tus Airways. With this acquisition, they consolidate their position as major shareholders and will have a significant influence on the airline's strategic decisions in the future. Tus Airways fleet and current activities Tus Airways currently operates

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Icelandair records passenger growth in September 2024

Jan Gruber 10 October 2024 05:02

In September 2024, Icelandair carried approximately 458.000 passengers, an increase of 10% compared to the same month last year. Particularly striking is the airline's punctuality rate, which reached 86,6%, the highest since 2009. This significant improvement of 5,6 percentage points year-on-year is considered a result of the efficiency measures and the dedication of the Icelandair team. Of the travelers, 31% flew to Iceland, 16% from Iceland, 48% used Iceland as a transit, and 5% traveled within the country. Since the beginning of 2024, Icelandair has transported a total of 3,6 million passengers, an increase of 8% year-on-year. For the coming year, Icelandair plans to continue to expand its route network, including the introduction of flights to Nashville, Tennessee, and Lisbon, Portugal. A partnership with Southwest Airlines was also announced, which will strengthen Icelandair's international partner network and offer passengers more destination options.

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Investigations into Bonza Airlines: Money laundering and insolvency in the focus of the US authorities

Jan Gruber 10 October 2024 04:31

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an investigation into insolvent Australian airline Bonza, focusing on potential violations of US anti-money laundering laws. These legal actions shed light on the company's financial practices as well as the involvement of its backers, particularly Miami-based firm 777 Partners. The developments come at a time when Bonza, which only ceased flying in April 2024 after just 14 months of operation, is facing a complex insolvency. Background to the investigation The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) recently reported that the DOJ is specifically investigating whether funds from 777 Partners that were originally earmarked for the company's soccer teams went to Bonza instead. This transfer could violate anti-money laundering laws if it turns out that the funds were not used for their intended purpose. The DOJ's Southern District of New York office is leading the investigation, and the outcome of this review could have far-reaching consequences for all parties involved. 777 Partners had provided Bonza with around AUD 78 million (about USD 52,7 million) to finance the airline during the pre- and post-launch phases. However, the connection between the two companies has proved problematic, especially when 777 Partners' lessors demanded the return of their aircraft. This decision led to Bonza's closure in April 2024 after the airline had to rely on sporadic financing from 777 Partners. Bankruptcy and legal problems In addition to the DOJ investigation, Bonza is also being investigated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). This investigation aims to

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Gebrüder Weiss expands logistics center in Tbilisi by 13.000 square meters

Jan Gruber 10 October 2024 04:00

The international transport and logistics company Gebrüder Weiss has expanded its logistics terminal in Tbilisi, Georgia, by 13.000 square meters. With this measure, the company is responding to the growing demand for transport and logistics services, which has been driven by increasing trade between the European Union and Georgia's neighboring countries, such as Armenia and Azerbaijan. Gebrüder Weiss has been active in Georgia since 2012 and operates a logistics center at Tbilisi International Airport. This has developed into an important hub for the movement of goods between Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus. With the latest expansion, the terminal now covers a total of 142.000 square meters and has modern storage areas, rail connections and open spaces. The investment in the expansion amounts to 11,5 million euros. Since the founding of the national company, the company has invested a total of over 25 million euros in Georgia. Gebrüder Weiss serves customers from a variety of industries, including textiles, high-tech and automotive, and offers comprehensive logistics services from rail and truck transport to customs clearance and warehousing. The expansion is intended to further intensify cooperation with Central Asian countries such as Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

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