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Johannesburg – When South Africa's corporate travel spending is projected to grow 22% year-on-year (GBTA 2025), the Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) positions local expertise as a competitive advantage in the battle for new economic realities of birth travel. As part of this strategy, Mummy Mafojane was appointed General Manager of FCM South Africa on April 1, 2025. With extensive experience in corporate travel, Mafojane ensures that customer service remains at all the cores our team has to offer, while focusing on driving growth for both FCM and its clients. Since joining FCM as a travel manager in 2014, Mafojane…

Longhall operator Norsea Tlantic Airways pulled all three Boeing 787-8s back to lenders and concentrated on the 787-9 fleet. The aircraft was originally delivered to Scandinavian airlines in 2022 and was dry leased to Spanish operator Air Europa. The Nordic Atlantic adopted a revised business plan last year. This involved simplifying the structure of the fleet, focusing only on 12 787-9 years. It states that it has completed withdrawal of 787-8. All three serial numbers 35310, 35313 and 35314 feature the Rolls Roy Trent 1000 engine. “Following the transaction, there is a uniform, flexible and cost-effective fleet in the Nordic…

Tribute Portfolio – Part of Marriott Bonboy's distinctive, independent hotel growth collection welcomes the first Safari lodge with the launch of Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a tribute portfolio hotel in Karatu, Tanzania. Countering the adoring backdrop of the protected territory of Tanzania's Arusha region and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area surrounded by UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the property seamlessly combines modern amenities with authentic connections between the land and the Maasai culture. You can now easily access Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations. This will provide sanctuary for travelers looking for an immersive, unforgettable safari experience, including Ngorongoro Crater, Manyara Lake, Tarangire and…

Capital A – owner of the Airasia Aviation Group – has secured approval from the Malaysian Stock Exchange for a “normalization plan” to withdraw its financially bound position. With approval announced on March 7, the Malaysia-based company can “complete implementation” of the plan. This includes a reorganization that includes capital cuts and sales to sister operator AirAsiaX. This plan must obtain shareholder and court approval before Capital A can terminate the status of a financially bound company from “Practice Note 17”, i.e. PN17. Local media coverage suggests that if the company has secured the required approvals, it could possibly come…

FCTG Middle Age Results – FY25 – EMEA Flight Center Travel Group (ASX:FLT) has released its six-month results to the Australian Stock Exchange. Click here to view the full announcement. FLT achieved pre-tax pre-tax profit of $117 million in the first half of fiscal year 2025. The results represent 7% growth compared to the previous year. Corporate operations increased by 2% in the results of H1 total transaction values ​​for 2022, with UPBT rising by 4% during the short-term integration period, increasing $96 million to AUD. Comment from Steve Norris, managing director of EMEA's flight center travel group: “For many…

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwulu introduced Macemation, the first feature film on the continent driven by artificial intelligence.Produced by human development expert Toyosi Akerele-ogunsiji, the feature film is scheduled to make its theatrical debut in Lagos on April 18th.Speaking at an event held at the Marina, Sanwoloo praised the film's creative team and highlighted the state's commitment to fostering innovation in the entertainment sector.”The production highlights the power of collaboration,” Sanwo-Olu said. “We need more partnerships like this. Our role as government is for creatives to enable and create great platforms.” The governor revised the administration's continued investment in infrastructure to…

As spring arrives, many British people are looking for easy destinations to explore on foot, enjoying the mild weather. The fascinating medieval city of northern France can offer a rich historic experience without crowds this spring during the high season.With an average temperature of 12c in March, the city is hoping for a relaxed getaway, exploring charming landmarks, enjoying great food, and making it an attractive option without rushing to see and see. The capital of the Normandy region, Louen quickly became known as one of France's hidden gems, providing an ideal environment for those seeking “serene.” Joanne Lynn, head…

In April, there are cities where wellness enthusiasts can soak up the warm climate and sunlight. Plovdiv, Bulgaria, quietly became one of Europe's top short break destinations. It offers an exceptional spa experience when it's far less than you pay in the UK.A new study conducted by Wizz Air, which compares European spa costs with those of its London counterparts, ranks Plovdiv as one of the most affordable cities in relaxing hideouts. In fact, flights between Luton and Plovdiv in London start at just £44, while a stay at the top Landmark Creek Hotel & Wellness costs only £66 per…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2024 Annual Safety Report. The industry delivered another year of strong overall performance on safety including showing improvements on the five-year average for several key parameters, but it took a step back from an exceptional performance in 2023.The all-accident rate of 1.13 per million flights (one accident per 880,000 flights) was better than the five-year average of 1.25 but worse than the 1.09 recorded in 2023.There were seven fatal accidents in 2024, among 40.6 million flights. That is higher than the single fatal accident recorded in 2023 and the five-year average…

Local officials say a small aircraft crashed in a parking lot in a retired community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, after the pilot reported that there was an air traffic transmission show after the pilot reported that there was an “open door.”The aircraft, a six-seater Beech Crabangza, crashed outside the elderly community in Breece Village at 3:18pm after taking off from Lancaster Airport, Scott Little, the Mannheim Township Fire Rescue's fire chief, said at a press conference on Sunday.All five people on the plane were taken to Lancaster General Hospital on Sunday, according to a spokesperson for Lancaster General Hospital. Two…