Archer Aviation announced today that it has signed an agreement with Ethiopian Airlines, making it the second customer planning to deploy Archer’s Midnight under the “Launch Edition” program. Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier and a proud member of Star Alliance, operates an extensive global network, serving over 140 international destinations across five continents. The two…
Month: March 2025
Lufthansa Airlines Named Overall Winner at the 4th edition of the Aviation Business Excellence Awards
Lufthansa Airlines has been named the overall winner at the 4th edition of the Aviation Business Excellence Awards hosted by the Kenya Airports Authority at Eka Hotel, Nairobi. The prestigious event brought together over 350 industry stakeholders to celebrate outstanding achievements in aviation and related sectors. The event was graced by notable dignitaries, including the…
Morocco Launches New Terminal at Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport to Handle 20 Million Passengers Annually
The National Airports Office (ONDA) is launching construction of a new HUB-style terminal. This unique project, which is part of the “Airports 2030” strategy, is a true technical feat that reflects Morocco’s new ambitions. With a capacity of 20 million passengers per year, it is expected to open in 2029. Estimated investment cost: 15 billion…
Air Côte D’Ivoire Contracts Bluebox Aviation for the Deployment of its Bluebox Wow Wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) System
Bluebox Aviation Systems is pleased to announce its partnership with Air Côte D’Ivoire for the deployment of its Bluebox Wow wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. This deployment will see Blueview running on battery-powered units across Air Côte D’Ivoire’s Airbus narrowbody fleet. The deployment is another milestone in airline’s plan for enhancing the passenger experience with digital innovation. Air Côte…
Emirates Introduces Premium Economy and refreshed Business Class cabins to Johannesburg and Cape Town
Emirates will introduce Boeing 777s with upgraded cabins to eight more destinations on its route network including Johannesburg and Cape Town, as the airline’s retrofit programme continues to progress at an impressive pace, with an aircraft receiving its nose-to-tail facelift and rolling out into service every three weeks. The airline aims to serve 44 cities…
FlyAngola Appoints APG as its offline General Sales Agent (GSA) in Portugal
FlyAngola, a privately owned airline based at Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, Luanda, Angola has appointed APG as its offline General Sales Agent (GSA) in Portugal. Under the agreement APG will be providing the airline with sales development and wide-ranging marketing activities as well as reservation and ticketing services. This Angolan Airline, which is very much…
Nairobi to Host the 37th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC)
The IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) a premier annual ground handling conference will be held in Nairobi Kenya from the 13th to 15th May 2025. This year’s theme, “Elevate”, aims to uplift people, ground handling, and baggage practices while advancing innovation and automation. IGHC brings together industry leaders from airlines, airports, ground service providers, and manufacturers,…
IATA Welcomes Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) welcomes the Kingdom of Morocco’s ‘Airports 2030 Strategy’ aimed at modernizing airport infrastructure, enhancing the passenger experience, and further strengthening the country’s position as a major global and regional aviation hub. Aviation is a key pillar of Morocco’s economy. In 2023, aviation (including aviation-related tourism) supported 856,000 jobs and contributed…
Gulf Air Announces Direct Flights to Nairobi this June
Gulf Air has announced the launch of direct flights to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, further expanding its network in Africa. This service marks Gulf Air’s return to Nairobi, re-establishing a vital link to the capital city, which was last served in 2012. Starting June 2nd, 2025, Gulf Air will operate five weekly…
SAA, Pilots Association & NTM Pilots Forum Agree on Salary and Benefits Package
South African Airways (SAA) announces that its pilots have accepted the salary and benefits package extended, effectively concluding the work-to-rule industrial action immediately. This decision marks a pivotal moment as it concludes the 2024 Wage Negotiations for the pilots’ bargaining unit. Group CEO, Prof M John Lamola says, “We are pleased to see the pilots…