Category Archives: Aviation

Akasa Air has launched visa services in partnership with Udaan India, offering seamless end-to-end visa assistance for over 100 countries. Integrated into its website, the service is designed for both business and leisure travellers. As an introductory offer, the airline is providing a 20% discount on visa fees using code EVISA20 till 31 December.

Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines (SIA) will strengthen their long-standing commercial cooperation in August 2025, with the launch of joint sales of fare products, additional codeshare destinations, and reciprocal lounge access. From August 2025, customers will be able to book flights operated by both airlines for services between Singapore and Indonesia within a single itinerary, offering greater convenience, and a wider range of fare options for travellers. The two carriers will also expand their codeshare arrangement in August 2025 to offer customers more travel options between Indonesia and Singapore, and beyond. Garuda Indonesia customers will gain access to four additional SIA destinations — Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Delhi in India, as well as Male in the Maldives. SIA customers will be able to connect to popular Garuda Indonesia flights from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo, as well as Jakarta to Labuan Bajo, Lombok, and Manado. Customers will continue to enjoy existing codeshare options on flights operated by both carriers between Singapore and Denpasar, Jakarta, and Surabaya in Indonesia, as well as SIA operated flights to London (Heathrow), the United Kingdom, and Mumbai, India. From mid-August 2025, members of GarudaMiles and KrisFlyer frequent flyer programmes will enjoy reciprocal lounge access when travelling between Singapore and Denpasar, Jakarta, and Surabaya. This covers the Garuda Executive, KrisFlyer Gold, and the Business Class SilverKris lounges in Singapore and those destinations. Members will also be able to earn and redeem miles on the new codeshare routes, under the frequent flyer partnership that was launched in February 2025. SIA increased its flight frequency between Singapore and Jakarta to nine daily services in May 2025, up from eight. Subject to regulatory approval and operational considerations, Garuda Indonesia will boost …

Group Concorde has been appointed as the General Sales Agent (GSA) for China Southern Airlines – Passenger Sales across India, effective from 1 August 2025. Group Concorde will represent and support China Southern Airlines’ passenger sales operations throughout the Indian market. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening China Southern’s presence in India and is a testament to Group Concorde’s proven track record and deep-rooted expertise in airline representation

As 13 new Boeing 737 MAX 8 is going to join LOT Polish Airlines fleet by the end of 2026, the airline is rejoicing the delievery of the first shipment of RECARO Aircraft Seating products, which will be installed on both its Boeing 737 MAX 8 and Airbus A220 aircraft. The initial set was manufactured at RECARO’s facility in Świebodzin and will be fitted into one of the thirteen Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. In total, LOT will take delivery of about 14,000 modern, ergonomic seats – with passenger comfort as a top priority. The new seats are part of LOT Polish Airlines’ broader initiative to modernise its aircraft cabins. The interiors of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 fleet will be completely redesigned, drawing inspiration from LOT Polish Airlines’ Polonez business lounges in Warsaw and Chicago. The goal is to create a unified look across the entire fleet, aligning the new design with the cabin style of the Boeing 787 Dreamliners – which are also set for a comprehensive interior upgrade. This retrofit will take passenger comfort to an even higher level across all classes of service.

Poland’s national airline and Vienna Airport are commemorating a long-standing and dynamic partnership. On July 29, 1955, LOT Polish Airlines resumed flight operations to Vienna, inaugurating a period of uninterrupted service on the Warsaw–Vienna route that endures to this day. Yet the roots of LOT’s presence in the Austrian capital reach even deeper—its inaugural aircraft touched down in Vienna as early as 1929, operating both non-stop and direct services from Katowice. Over the decades, this route has played a pivotal role in the airline’s development, serving as the launchpad for major fleet milestones, including the first Embraer 170 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner landings at Vienna Airport. About three million passengers have taken advantage of this flight connection over the last 30 years alone, namely since 1994. Today the 70th anniversary of flight service linking Warsaw and Vienna was commemorated within the context of a photo session featuring Amit Ray (Director DACH Markets, Italy, Malta, India & Head of Global Corporate & Strategic Sales), Olaf Krauss (Sales Manager Austria & Corporate Sales Italy), both for LOT Polish Airlines and Julian Jäger (joint CEO and COO of Vienna Airport). Julian Jäger, joint CEO and COO of Vienna Airport states, “The Vienna–Warsaw connection has been a success story for 70 years. LOT Polish Airlines was one of the first international carriers at Vienna Airport and served as a gateway to Central and Eastern Europe. Today, this route is a key pillar of our network – strategically vital. Over the past three decades, three million passengers have flown this route, underscoring its unique blend of continuity and future potential”. Robert Ludera, Proxy and Director of Network Department at LOT Polish Airlines added, “Our connection …

SriLankan Airlines has been named the ‘Best Airline for South Asia’ at the recently held International Tourism Conclave and Travel Awards in Delhi, India, cementing its position at the pinnacle of the region’s aviation landscape. The award honours SriLankan’s expansive, next-level network connecting South Asia to the world, its signature Sri Lankan hospitality and the meaningful connections it fosters with travellers across the region, as recognised by a distinguished panel of judges and jury members. Dimuthu Tennakoon, Head, Commercial, SriLankan Airlines, said, “Receiving this award further validates our unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional travel experience to our customers in South Asia. Our extensive connectivity across key markets, combined with our renowned service, make us the preferred choice for travellers in this part of the world. This recognition inspires us to continue pushing boundaries in our quest to enhance both the travel experience and our network, so we can serve our customers even better in the future.” With nearly 90 weekly flights linking India to Colombo and beyond, SriLankan Airlines offers multiple daily connections from key metro cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Bengaluru, along with strong connectivity from Tier two cities. The airline operates eight weekly flights from Tiruchirappalli, proudly holding the distinction of being the first international carrier to serve the city. SriLankan also connects Madurai with six weekly frequencies, while operating four weekly flights each from Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram. From the Kerala hub of Kochi, the airline offers daily services, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of India’s rapidly growing leisure travel market, both from metros and emerging urban centres. India is Sri Lanka’s single largest tourism source market, accounting for about one-fifth of the total …

Sabre’s global travel agency survey finds that 75% of them say the number of content connections has grown over the past three years and 80%+ believe that unified access through a single platform would reduce technology costs. At the same time, AI is seen as a powerful remedy, with 91% of agencies believing it can enhance both productivity and the customer experience. Yet, 41% remain concerned about AI’s long-term implications for the workforce, reinforcing the need for smart, responsible implementation.

ITA Airways is Official Airline Carrier of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia, one of the most important cinematographic events internationally, which will take place from August 27th to September 6th in Venice Lido. ITA Airways participation to the Biennale Cinema 2025 reaffirms the Company’s role not only as ambassador of our country’s excellence and cultural heritage in the world but also as reference Italian carrier. Furthermore, supporting national cinema, art, and culture represents a choice that is consistent and strictly integrated with ITA Airways’ corporate identity. Thanks to this partnership, the Company establishes itself as Official Airline Carrier of the International Exhibition of Cinematographic Arts – La Biennale di Venezia for three consecutive years, until 2027. “Being Official Airline Carrier of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia is much more than a simple partnership for us, it is an honor and a true homage to one of the most iconic events in the world in a city – Venice – that includes all key elements our country is known for – history, excellence, creativity, and style. – affirmed Joerg Eberhart, ITA Airways’ CEO and General Manager – Supporting such a prestigious event confirms ITA Airways’ central role not only as reference carrier connecting Italy with the rest of the world but as Made in Italy ambassador as well. The Venice International Film Festival of La Biennale di Venezia, art and culture’s global showcase, reflects innovation, style, and culture – core values of our country which ITA Airways continuously strives to enhance”.

Rohan A. Khaunte, Tourism Minister, Goa, urged the Centre to extend the visa-on-arrival facilities at both Dabolim and Manohar International Airports, highlighting the state’s rising status as a global tourism hotspot. Speaking at the Legislative Assembly, he said the issue has been raised with the Union Civil Aviation Minister and will soon be taken up with the Home Minister.

FLY91 and Sarovar Hotels announced a strategic partnership to offer travellers compelling benefits that enhance both their journeys and stays. This collaboration aims to promote regional tourism and create a seamless, value-driven experience for guests. Under the partnership, FLY91 passengers will receive an exclusive 20% discount on room bookings and F&B at Sarovar Hotels located in Goa, Sindhudurg, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Solapur. The offer can be redeemed via direct bookings through the Sarovar website or call centre using the code SAROVARFLY91, and will be validated upon presenting a FLY91 boarding pass. In return, Sarovar guests will enjoy a 10% discount on FLY91 base fares for flights operating across all sectors where FLY91 operates from. The offer will be accessible on the FLY91 and Sarovar websites. “This collaboration reflects our shared vision of delivering greater value and convenience to today’s traveller,” said Akshay Thusoo, Senior Vice President, Commercial, Sarovar Hotels. “By combining hospitality and regional aviation, we are not only enhancing guest experiences but also contributing to the growth of tourism in India’s emerging destinations.” “FLY91 is committed to bridging last mile connectivity and making air travel in India accessible, safe and reliable. We aim to be part of India’s ongoing economic transformation by creating robust regional connectivity. This collaboration reflects our common shared goal” said Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, FLY91. Together, Sarovar Hotels and FLY91 will also launch co-branded marketing initiatives, including digital promotions and joint content, to raise awareness and drive uptake of the exclusive offers. This partnership marks a significant step toward strengthening regional connectivity and providing modern travellers with integrated, meaningful travel experiences.