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Alitalia achieves positive results in first half 2009
On Business, BA’s loyalty programme
Fly with the Best Airline in Central & Eastern Europe
LAN will reinforce destination Santiago
Self-check-in for Swiss Economy Class passengers at Zürich Airport
Alitalia achieves positive results in first half 2009Earnings of € 1,276 bln, 10 mln passengers and an average load factor of 59% have been substantially in line with the expectations. Such results have been achieved notwithstanding a 30% airline industry downturn in the first 5 months of 2009, with peaks of - 40% in the business travel segment. Alitalia improved its load factor from 51% of the first quarter to 65% in the second and projections of 72% in July.
Direct flights Venice – Catania and Venice – Brindisi
From the 10th of August Alitalia flies directly from Venice to Catania and vice versa.
From Venice there will be direct flights to Brindisi as well.Fleet renewal programme Alitalia
Alitalia’s fleet renewal programme has started in March with the first delivery and another 9 new aircrafts are expected in 2009, with a simultaneous phasing out of the old MD80’s.
By 2013, Alitalia will operate 90 A320 on short/medium haul flights and 14 A330 on long haul flights. The new aircrafts are equipped with state of the art technology in fuel efficiency.
The interiors are ergonomically designed to guarantee excellent comfort and all seats are fitted with individual LCD monitors for personal entertainment.Restyling
The Magnifica class at Alitalia on the intercontinental flights will be renewed with the most advanced comfortable lie-flat seats. At the same time the Alitalia VIP lounges will be restyled as well. Both projects will be completed halfway through 2010.
On Business, BA’s loyalty programmeOn Business is the exclusive British Airways programme for small and medium size companies. Travellers will earn valuable points for their company with every flight they take. These travel points can be redeemed for flights and cabin upgrades, helping stretch their company’s travel budget further.
The benefits of On Business
On Business is free to join* and points can be earned on every British Airways fare**. Your company will be able to redeem the On Business Points it earns for reward flights and upgrades †.
If your travellers are already members of the Executive Club, they will continue to earn BA Miles and Tier Points too. Business customers will be able to access online account information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at the British Airways website and any queries will be answered by a dedicated On Business Service Centre. You’ll find a specific number to dial from your country under the contact us link on the welcome page at ba.com/onbusinessYou can book your trip through your Carlson Wagonlit Travel consultant. Your company will also enjoy even more savings with exclusive On Business promotions.
On Business rewards your customers every time they fly British Airways. Make every trip count for your customers.
*Companies that already benefit from a corporate deal/agreement do not qualify for On Business membership.
** Points can be earned on all British Airways published fares, excluding any corporate fares or fares booked on code shared. and oneworld® alliances.
† fees, charges and security surcharges remain payable on reward flights and reward flight upgrades.
Fly with 'the Best Airline in Central & Eastern Europe'For Czech Airlines the care and comfort for passengers is a very high priority. That is why, for five times in a row, they have been recognised by the Official Airline Guide (OAG) as the Best Airline in Central and Eastern Europe *.
A short summary of Czech Airlines benefits:
- Excellent service on board;
- Free meals/snacks in both business and economy class;
- Free hot and cold refreshments in both business and economy class;
- Generous hand luggage allowance: 18Kgs in business class and 12Kgs in economy class;
- Free Wi-Fi internet connection at Prague Airport;
- Generous Frequent Flyer programmes benefits, including free upgrades for Silver, Gold and Platinum Frequent Flyer Card holders;
- Dedicated programme for SME`s OK Plus Corporate offering free tickets and other corporate awards.
Flying with Czech Airlines is easy, convenient and great value for money. For any further questions or bookings please contact your Carlson Wagonlit Travel consultant.
Get Smart Fares at as much as 20% off on your next Business Class trip to USA, Canada or India. Jet Airways, the biggest long-haul carrier at Brussels Airport, is launching a unique range of promotional fares in Première Class (Jet Airways’ award winning Business Class) at levels never seen before!
Get Smart Fares!
Buy your ticket between 24th August and 30th September 2009 and save up to 20% on your next trip in Jet Airways Première Class (business class cabin). You must travel between 01 September and 31st December 2009 (last departure) to benefit from this unique promotion!Travel Smart!
From Brussels, Jet Airways offers daily 6 nonstop destinations operated with new Airbus 330-200 aircraft: New York, Newark, Toronto, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai. Make sure to book Jet Airways smart fares if your next trip brings you to one of those destinations!Enjoy a Smart Experience!
Check this out: dedicated Première Class check-in desks – Fast Track, a separate channel to clear security at Brussels Airport – State of the Art departure lounge before heading to the aircraft - a separate Première lane to board the aircraft at your best convenience - fully horizontal 180° sleeper seats – direct access to the aisles for all passengers - pair of pyjamas on night flights - western gourmet menus by the two stars chef Yves Mattagne - Indian meals by the famous Indian restaurant ‘La Porte des Indes’.
Première Class, Jet Airways business class on international routes at smart fares!
LAN will reinforce destination SantiagoLAN Airlines will operate an extra flight between Madrid and Santiago de Chili due to high demand to traditional destinations as Patagonia, Atacama and Eastern Island. A flight will be added to the daily operated routing to Santiago de Chili within 15 and 19th December 2009, the first two weeks of January and the first week of February 2010.
The airline expects to cover all requested seats from Europe to the South American country within this period.New luxury Economy class for LAN airlines
After a big investment, LAN Airlines offers a totally renovated economy class cabin for all intercontinental flights between Europe and South American Destinations. This is based on a new ergonomic seat design, more space to lean, relax and enjoy the whole flight together with the new modern audio and video system with individual screens and extended in-flight entertainment: 44 films, 95 serial channels, 14 games and 550 music CD.
Self-check-in for Economy Class passengers at Zürich AirportThe check-in facilities for SWISS Economy class passengers in ‘Check-In 1’ at Zürich Airport were replaced by self-check-in machines per 30 July 2009. The passengers can print out their boarding pass and any baggage tags themselves. SWISS staff will be present to help if needed. Once they have checked in, the traveller will proceed as usual to their departure gate (if they only have carry-on baggage), or will be directed to the bag drop-off point in case of registered baggage to hand in.
Travellers needing special assistance (e.g. wheelchair, unaccompanied minor) can contact the Special Assistance Desk in the departure hall.
SWISS Business Upgrade
On selected flights within Europe, SWISS offers customers the possibility to fly Business Class for an extremely attractive surcharge. Advantages for the passengers are: Business Class check-in, additional baggage freedom, access to the lounge and business class service on board.
