Costa Cruises introduces concept driven itineraries for 2027
Costa Cruises is to refocus its itineraries around themed concepts from 2027. Each cruise develops…
Yearly Archives: 2026
IATA AGM looks at geopolitics, global security, trade and economics
Experts covered geopolitics, global security, trade and economics. Marie Owens Thomsen SVP Sustainability and Chief…
Nicko cruises cancels additional sailings on Vasco da Gama
Nicko Cruises has cancelled two additional cruises on the Vasco da Gama. The ship has…
Viking adds new experiences to European river voyages
Viking has added new shore excursions for its 2026 European river itineraries. Zeppelin flights over…
Shannon Historical Society celebrates 50th anniversary with Airport Viewing Gallery exhibition
The Shannon Archaeological and Historical Society hosted its 50th anniversary in Shannon Airport Viewing Gallery.…
IATA AGM in Rio looks at performance metrics
The Airline Industry Outlook session took place from 11:30 to 12:00. Marie Owens Thomsen SVP…
Brazil SAF production potential examined at IATA AGM
Patricia Grossi Head of Carbon Markets and Biofuel Certification at Acelen Renewables led the discussion…
IATA discusses securing airspace to accommodate growth at AGM in Rio
Magdalena Jaworska-Maćkowiak President of Polish Air Navigation Services Agency led the panel. Experts discussed demand…
Global Ports Holding secures 30 year concession for Ferrol cruise port
Global Ports Holding has secured a 30 year concession for Ferrol Cruise Port. The project…
Valletta power station to become boutique hotel
Valletta Cruise Port has signed a build operate and transfer agreement with Valletta Bridge. The…
Aer Lingus sanctions spared as US passenger cap deadline extended
The cap set the limit at 32m passengers. Dublin Airport recorded 36.4m passengers last year.…
Irish legislators target removal of Dublin passenger cap ‘before the summer break’
The government prepared the bill for passage next month. The advocate general issued the opinion…
SMBC Aviation Capital has reveals sustainability strategy 2030
SMBC Aviation Capital published its Sustainability Strategy 2030 and Beyond. The strategy builds on a…
Roberto Alvo takes up duties as Chair of the IATA Board
Roberto Alvo assumed the role of IATA Board Chair on 8 June 2026. His term…
IATA congress update on the industry in North America
Net profit stood at $9.4bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin equalled 2.5 pc. Profit per…
IATA congress update on the industry in Middle East
Net profit stood at -$4.3bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin equalled -6.1 pc. Profit per…
IATA congress update on the industry in Asia Pacific
Net profit stood at $6.6bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin equalled 2.1 pc. Profit per…
IATA congress update on the industry in Africa
Net profit reached $0.1bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin stood at 0.2 pc. Profit per…
IATA congress update on the industry in Europe
Net profit stood at $9.6bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin equalled 3.1 pc. Profit per…
IATA congress update on the industry in Latin America
Net profit stood at $1.2bn in 2026 forecasts. Net margin equalled 2.1 pc. Profit per…
IATA AGM discusses turning Brazil aviation potential into reality
Aviation supports 2.1pc of Brazil GDP. The sector provides employment for 1.9 million people. The…
Tariffs, freight volumes and capacity adjustments under discussion at IATA AGM
Michael Steen CEO of Atlas Air led the discussion. Experts reviewed air cargo performance amid…
Emerald Airlines launches Dublin to Tours route as Aer Lingus Regional
Emerald Airlines, operating as Aer Lingus Regional, has launched its new seasonal direct service from…
Ana Nechita has won the Aramark International Chefs’ Cup 2026
Ana Nechita from Ireland won the Aramark International Chefs’ Cup 2026. She became the first…
KEY takeaways from the CLIA Conference 2026 in Southampton
Here are the key takeaways from the CLIA Conference 2026 in Southampton: Strong industry momentum…
Key Takeaways from the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Americas 2026
Key Takeaways from the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Americas 2026, which was co-located with GAD…
Frits Potgieter appointed CEO of the Chesway Collection
The Chesway Collection has appointed Frits Potgieter as its new CEO. The family-owned group operates…
IATA launches supporting alliance for CORSIA emissions units
IATA has launched the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA EEU Supply. The alliance targets 225 to…
Aer Lingus flash sale, book before June 18th for travel from 1st August to 21st October
Aer Lingus expanded 90th birthday offers to short-haul routes. Promotion provides up to 20 pc…
OceanÉire reveals plans for €80m oceanarium project in Dublin
OceanÉire plans to attract 700,000 visitors annually. The project has a development value of €80m.…
Wizz Air adds 341 new routes as Ryanair slows expansion – analysis by Ralph Anker
Wizz Air added 341 new routes for August 2026. Ryanair launched 144 new routes while…
WARCH: Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 sustains damage in Frankfurt
Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 with registration D-ABPQ sustained substantial damage. The landing gear collapsed while the…
Ryanair launches two new routes from Manchester
Ryanair has revealed first flights of its new Summer 2026 routes from Manchester to Castellon,…
IATA expands cargo settlement systems across Latin America
IATA has expanded the presence of its cargo offerings in Latin America. CASS Domestic operations…
Huelva tourism showcases Atlantic heritage at Cork event on board replica Columbus ship
Huelva brought its Atlantic spirit to Cork as the historic Nao Santa María docked and…
France overtakes USA to lead inbound business traveller growth – Booking group
France achieved 53 pc growth in corporate visits in 2025. The increase totalled 11.6m additional…
Bournemouth based European Cargo enters administration
European Cargo entered administration on 3 June 2026. All six A340 freighters parked prior to…
Princess Cruises to end summer Caribbean operations in 2027
Both Regal Princess and Caribbean Princess move to Europe. The Regal Princess sails from Southampton…
CLIA announces series of trade events and initiatives
CLIA hosted its annual conference in Southampton with over 800 delegates. The Expedition Showcase returns…
Great Southern Killarney reveals new brand and five star status
The Great Southern Killarney achieved five star status in 2026. The hotel introduced the Splendour,…