LOT Polish Airlines (Poland) has completed the repayment of the second tranche of its pandemic-era loan, transferring a total of US$108.6 million plus interest to the State. This repayment marks another significant step in LOT’s financial recovery following the challenges posed by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Etihad Airways (UAE) has filed for additional flights to London Heathrow from Abu Dhabi, utilizing new slots leased from American Airlines (US). This strategic move aims to strengthen Etihad’s presence on the highly competitive Abu Dhabi-London route, providing passengers with increased travel options.
Wizz Air (Hungary) has unveiled a new international route connecting Cluj-Napoca (Romania) to Castellón (Spain). The inaugural flight is scheduled for 11 April 2025, further expanding the airline’s European network.
Shenzhen Airlines has announced the launch of a new direct service between Nanjing and Hong Kong, set to commence on 15 January 2025. The route will be operated using the Boeing 737-800, a reliable and efficient aircraft for short- and medium-haul routes.
Qatar Airways has announced the launch of four weekly flights between Malta and Doha, set to commence in July 2025. The route will be operated using the Airbus A320, providing passengers with a comfortable and efficient travel experience.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to resume direct flights to Paris on 10 January 2025, marking the end of a four-year hiatus. The route will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 777 aircraft, providing passengers with a comfortable and reliable travel experience.
LATAM (Chile) has released its December 2024 traffic results, highlighting strong growth across key performance indicators. The airline reported an 11.5% increase in Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPKs) and a 10.9% rise in Available Seat Kilometers (ASKs) compared to the same period last year.
Kenya Airways has confirmed the resumption of direct flights to Luanda, Angola, following high-level discussions between the presidents of the two nations in the Angolan capital. This development signifies a strengthening of diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and Angola, facilitating improved connectivity and fostering bilateral trade and tourism.
China Southern Airlines has announced plans to resume its direct service between Beijing Daxing International Airport and Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport starting March 3, 2025. The route will be operated using the Airbus A330, known for its comfort and efficiency on long-haul flights.
Air Montenegro is set to enhance its route network with the launch of direct flights from Podgorica to Baku and Praguein 2025. The service to Prague will commence in May, followed by the Baku route in June. These flights will be operated using the modern and efficient Embraer E195-E2, known for its enhanced passenger comfort and fuel efficiency.
