New CEO joins dnata UK
Dnata has appointed Lynn McClelland as CEO of its Catering and Retail division in the UK. She will head Dnata’s catering and retail operations at 18 airports across the UK, a setup that provides services to 38 airlines
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Airlines are bouncing back, and Aircraft Interiors Expo is ready
Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) will set the scene for the next chapter of aircraft cabin innovation when it returns to Hamburg Messe in June 2023, amid the year of the aviation industry’s return to profitability
Finnair discontinues in-flight and pre-order retail sales
Finnair has bucked the general trend among airlines to maximise their ancillary revenue opportunities, with the decision to discontinue both in-flight and pre-order retail sales
WTCE 2023: a taste of what’s to come
World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) is due to return in June as a bigger event as the aviation industry moves towards full recovery
Altea develops galley inserts for flatware
The latest project at Altea’s aircraft interior design studio in London has been to develop bespoke galley inserts for safely storing delicate items such as crockery and flatware on private jets
Looking to pitch an onboard brand to airlines?
The organisers of World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) have released a guide that offers insights for brands and businesses looking to supply onboard products and services to commercial airlines for the first time
Aircraft Interiors International Design Showcase 2023
The 2023 Aircraft Interiors International Showcase issue is now available online! This special issue marks a landmark moment for Aircraft Interiors International, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary
Sustainability guidelines are needed, says interiors industry
Experts from the cruise, hotel and aircraft interiors sectors that attended the inaugural Sustainable Design Summit agreed that more guidelines for sustainable design need to be put in place – and for industry regulators to step up to meet these demands
Porter Airlines upgrades its economy flight experience
The introduction of the E195-E2 into Porter Airlines’ fleet has sparked a raft of passenger experience enhancements, including free wi-fi, improved meal service, enhanced legroom, and a new all-inclusive experience
Avianca appoints buy-on-board partner
Avianca has appointed Versilia Solutions as its provider of airline onboard retail. The deal involves Versilia Solutions creating a bespoke buy-on-board retail offering across all aspects of the retail value chain, tailored to the airline’s brand, demographic and strategy