Ethiopian Airlines is set to transform its operational capabilities with the construction of Bishoftu International Airport, a $12.5 billion hub aimed at handling 110 million passengers annually. Designed for efficient connectivity and sustainability, it presents a strategic challenge to existing Gulf hubs, although success will depend on maintaining high standards throughout its development.
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As from today, Brussels Airlines’ long-haul business class passengers travelling to Sub-Saharan Africa can enjoy a fully renovated Sunrise Lounge in the T-zone of Brussels Airport. With, among others, more seating, more sleeping comfort and a larger variety of quality food and drinks, the Belgian home carrier has responded to some of the apparent needs…
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Fastjet has just revealed a brand new uniform, representing “a modern and smart look that captures the airline’s brand identity, that will now be worn by its ground staff and aircrew across all its bases in Zimbabwe and South Africa,” states the airline’s press release. The new uniform shakes off the bright yellow threads that…
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Uganda Airlines might not be on everyones radar. But that’s because until last week, the carrier just operated a modest fleet of four Bombardier CRJ900’s. Resurrected from its predecessor that last flew in 2001, the latest incarnation spread its wings a little over a year ago, but seemingly has big plans. With aircraft bought by…
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TheDesignAir is thrilled to announce the 2019 award winners as voted for by our esteemed judging panel and our readers. Year after year, we see more improvements and enhancements across the passenger experience, from narrow to wide bodies to lounges and airports around the globe. We showcase the 2019 winners here.
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TheDesignAir is pleased to announce the shortlist for the DesignAir Awards 2019 and just like last couple of years, we’ve opened some of the categories to the public. The voting is now closed! Now is your chance to pick from our shortlisted categories for Best Design Airline, by region, across the globe. All it takes…
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FastJet, the new low cost airline poised to take over Africa, spearheaded by Stelios, founder of easyJet, and the Fly540 airline team has launched their new brand look. The brand uses bright yellow and orange colours (but of course!) with a modern african triangular pattern and giant grey parrot head that appears on the tail…
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So for those of you who don’t know about new start-up FastJet, it is the new venture run by Stelios, the original easyJet guru who helped create the phenomenon of the low cost carrier. This venture is touted as the new ‘easyJet’ of Africa and whilst it most likely will have to compete with a variety of…
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