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United Airlines has become the latest US carrier to cast support behind the development of the proposed blend wing body (BWB) passenger aircraft for startup Jetzero. The Chicago-based carrier said it invested in Jetzero on April 24, which did not specify a dollar amount, but was able to order up to 200 BWB aircraft. “The investment includes a pass to order up to 100 planes and an additional 100 options,” it says. United say the “Conditional Purchase Agreement” is based on Jetzero, which hits certain development milestones, including flying a full-fledged demonstrator in 2027. Other conditions include that the aircraft…

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille steals a rickshaw in Durban. South Africa is preparing to host African Travel Indava 2025, the largest exhibition on the continent, in Durban, from May 12th to 15th. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has seen a surge in demand this year from businesses and buyers looking to attend the annual event. “As we travel to Indava 2025 in Africa, we are currently participating from 26 African countries, including South Africa, and we have a consistent interest in the number of tourism products across the continent,” she said. Over 200 exhibitors confirmed attendance. “A total of…

Kenya's gorgeous hospitality sector is riding a major wave of growth, attracting the attention of global investors, policymakers and tourism experts. As the country positions it as the finest destination for luxury tourism, the confluence of factors from a steady influx of international visitors to a stable economic environment forms an attractive investment environment. These dynamics will be central to the discussion at the 12th East Africa Real Estate Investment (EAPI) Summit scheduled for May 7-8, 2025 at Pullman Hotel in Upper Hill, Nairobi. This top real estate conference brings together over 450 stakeholders, including investors, developers, hotel…

The British love cruises, and it is expected that more than 2 million British and Irish passengers will embark on their voyage this year. They are just a small portion of the 32 million cruise passengers around the world in 2023, looking for a peaceful aisle of boats filled with entertainment, sunbeds and pools.However, 2023 was a record year for British cruise enthusiasts, with the Mediterranean appearing as the top destination among Britons. That year, about 35% of tourists travelled there, 29% heading to Northern Europe and 12% heading to the Caribbean.However, British favourite activities are frowned heavily when they…

Spotlight: Avia Pro Stretches Wings to Africa and the Middle East | Aviation Weekly Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Hosted by Aviapro April 24, 2025 The browser does not support iframes, but you can access it Aviapro Consulting is expanding its footprint in the Middle East and Africa. Kevin Clark, head of Aviation Consulting Services, talks to Alumpy Ford about the strong demand for new business plans and feasibility studies for Africa, particularly startup airlines.In the Middle East, Aviapro focuses on aviation services development and airport construction projects. Aviapro highlights MOUs in the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and provides…

Ethio Telecom and Visa have established a joint committee to discuss the expansion of digital financial services, review the progress of remittances, and promote innovation. Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru organized a strategic meeting with a delegation of Visa Inc. led by Michael Berner, Senior Vice President of the South and East Africa region and Regional Head of Africa, to explore expanded collaboration opportunities for international digital financial services. During the discussion, the performance of the country's first wallet-based virtual visa card and enhanced remittance service via Visa Direct and Telebirr Remit, launched in August 2024, was reviewed. The discussion…

The event is touted as a vibrant platform for thought leaders and stakeholders to connect, collaborate and exchange groundbreaking insights, experiences and strategies that will shape the future of travel and aviation. Kigali plans to welcome more than 400 aviation leaders, experts and innovators from around the world on the 13th for the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) Air Stakeholders Treaty and the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) in May this year. The 13th AFRAA Air Stakeholders Convention and the 2nd Africa Safety and Operations Summit bring together the pioneers of the aviation and travel ecosystem. This annual event, May 11-14, is…

The event is touted as a vibrant platform for thought leaders and stakeholders to connect, collaborate and exchange groundbreaking insights, experiences and strategies that will shape the future of travel and aviation. Kigali plans to welcome more than 400 aviation leaders, experts and innovators from around the world on the 13th for the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) Air Stakeholders Treaty and the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) in May this year. The 13th AFRAA Air Stakeholders Convention and the 2nd Africa Safety and Operations Summit bring together the pioneers of the aviation and travel ecosystem. This annual event, May 11-14, is…

The event is touted as a vibrant platform for thought leaders and stakeholders to connect, collaborate and exchange groundbreaking insights, experiences and strategies that will shape the future of travel and aviation. Kigali plans to welcome more than 400 aviation leaders, experts and innovators from around the world on the 13th for the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) Air Stakeholders Treaty and the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) in May this year. The 13th AFRAA Air Stakeholders Convention and the 2nd Africa Safety and Operations Summit bring together the pioneers of the aviation and travel ecosystem. This annual event, May 11-14, is…

The event is touted as a vibrant platform for thought leaders and stakeholders to connect, collaborate and exchange groundbreaking insights, experiences and strategies that will shape the future of travel and aviation. Kigali plans to welcome more than 400 aviation leaders, experts and innovators from around the world on the 13th for the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) Air Stakeholders Treaty and the African Aviation Association (AFRAA) in May this year. The 13th AFRAA Air Stakeholders Convention and the 2nd Africa Safety and Operations Summit bring together the pioneers of the aviation and travel ecosystem. This annual event, May 11-14, is…