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Plaza Premium Group’s Smart Traveller honoured at 13th Flyer’s Preferred Awards
Plaza Premium Group (PPG) announced that its digital experience and rewards platform Smart Traveller was named the Flyer’s Preferred Innovative Loyalty Programme of the Year at the 13th Flyer’s Preferred Awards. The awards were organised jointly by CAAC Inflight Magazine, the official inflight publication of the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), and FlyerT, China’s leading social networking platform for frequent flyers. At the ceremony, Smart Traveller’s managing director Simon Huang collected the award on behalf of PPG. A commitment to making travel better The award not only underscores PPG’s commitment to innovation in creating the ultimate digital experience and rewards platform, but also demonstrates its unwavering dedication to making travel better through cutting-edge solutions and customer centric innovations. Huang declared: “It is truly a proud moment for Smart Traveller to receive this prestigious industry accolade in Mainland China for the first time. We will continue to elevate our offerings and raise the bar in business travel with seamless, personalised and digitalised solutions that enhance the travel experience for all our members.” The 13th Flyer’s Preferred Awards not only provided a distinguished platform for showcasing leading business travel brands and celebrated their outstanding achievements, but also enhanced collaboration and knowledge exchange within the industry. PPG is proud to be part of this dynamic ecosystem, collaborating with partners and travellers to elevate the business travel industry. As the industry continues to evolve, PPG looks forward to contributing to its growth and innovation, making travel better for all.
Chinese airlines expand overseas routes
Chinese airlines are working to accommodate the ever-growing "China Travel" fever by introducing new overseas routes. Beginning 28th April, China Eastern Airlines will launch a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Abu Dhabi, becoming the first Chinese airline to fly the route. The airline will also establish a joint venture agreement with Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi's flag carrier. Sichuan Airlines, on the other hand, is slated to begin direct flights from Chengdu Tianfu in Southwest China's Sichuan Province to Penang in Malaysia with five flights per week from 30th April. It should be noted that Sichuan Airlines began its commercial charter service from Chengdu to Pokhara, Nepal on Tuesday, 18th March. Meeting a growing number of international arrivals The increase in international flight routes among Chinese airlines coincides with a rise in foreign passenger visits at Chinese airports, benefiting from the 240-hour visa-free transit policy. According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) China's international flight routes completed 12.84 million passenger trips in the first two months of 2025. This shows growth of 38.6 percent compared to the same period last year, and a 6.5 percent increase over the same period in 2019. According to Wuhan's entry-exit border inspection station, 11,600 foreign travelers passed through Wuhan Tianhe International Airport in the first 17 days of March, an increase of 23.83 percent over the same period last year. These were mostly from Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States. Among them, 4,200 people entered without a visa under the transit policy, marking a significant increase of 158.83 percent year-on-year. Approximately 60 percent of all passenger visits are for tourism purposes.
Embraer joins Airshow China 2024
Embraer announced its participation at Airshow China 2024 in Zhuhai from 12 to 14 November. The Brazilian aircraft manufacturer will release its latest market outlook and with a special focus on collaboration opportunities with the supply chain in China. Chief commercial officer Martyn Holmes said of this: “We’re excited to be back at Zhuhai Airshow. Embraer made its debut at the 3rd China Air Show 2000. Since then, we have participated in all 12 editions of the show. Holmes added that Embraer is constantly looking for ways to promote cooperation in China by offering aircraft that improve air service and connecting second and third tier cities to satisfy the ever-growing demand for air travel. That said, the airshow serves as an excellent way to meet with potential and current customers, partners, and stakeholders throughout the Asia Pacific. Stronger relationships Over the last 50 years Brazil and China have developed a strong and strategic diplomatic relationship, including key links in the aviation sector. With the aim of deepening collaboration with China’s aviation industry, the company will host an ‘Embraer Supplier Day’ event on Nov. 14 at Zhuhai Airshow Hall 6, 1000hrs in Room 216. Registration for the event is at Embraer’s exhibition stand at H4B1. It should likewise be noted that Embraer has made good progress in China with both E190-E2 and E195-E2 certified by CAAC. The aircraft manufacturer also established a comprehensive after-sales service system to support the E-Jets fleet in China, including authorised maintenance centres, spare parts warehouses, and complete pilot training network. Providing a solid foundation for the new generation of E2 family to operate in China. Presenting the China Market Outlook Embraer will also reveal its latest Market Outlook for the Chinese commercial aviation and air freight market at a press conference on Nov. 13 at the Zhuhai Airshow Hall 6, 1400hrs in Room 216. The Outlook will highlight the growing importance of fleet flexibility and small-narrow body aircraft in building connectivity in China. It also contains analysis of the air freight market and cites new opportunities for small-narrowbody freighters resulting from the continued growth of E-commerce and the growing demand for faster and more efficient air-logistics services. Embraer will also discuss a number of new and significant enhancements to the E-Jets E2 family of aircraft, including the world’s first ever automatic takeoff system (E2TS), improved fuel burn, extended range, increased engine time on wing, and cabin optimizations.
BLR Airport brings Karnataka’s Dasara Festival to life with Rangothsava cultural extravaganza
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) in association with the Department of Kannada and Culture continues to welcome travelers and visitors to Rangothsava, a week-long cultural celebration of Karnataka’s vibrant Dasara festival, running from October 7 to 11, 2024. Hosted across Terminals 1 and 2, this vibrant festival offers a captivating showcase of Karnataka’s traditional arts, featuring a blend of music, dance, and performances, including Yakshagana, Kathak, puppet shows, and more. After a successful opening day on October 7, where performances of Dollu Kunitha, Gaarudi Gombe, and Sugama Sangeetha took place, the festival continues to delight travellers with daily showcases of Karnataka’s rich cultural heritage. Designed to entertain and immerse visitors in the festive Dasara spirit, Rangothsava ensures a memorable experience for all who pass through BLR Airport. Upcoming Key Performances: October 8: Yakshagana and Tamate Vandana (10:00 AM – 12:45 PM, Terminals 1 & 2) October 10: Hindustani classical music and Kathak Nrutya (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM, Terminal 1) October 11: Puppet Show (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Terminal 1) In addition to the entertainment, Rangothsava fosters community engagement by connecting visitors with Karnataka’s local traditions and heritage. The event is open to all passengers and visitors to experience the festive spirit and cultural grandeur of Rangothsava at BLR Airport!
Shaanxi now covered under China’s visa-free transit policy
China announced that Shaanxi Province is now listed together with 36 other locations compliant with the country’s 144-hour visa-free transit policy. Known for its rich cultural heritage stemming as far back as the Tang Dynasty, Shaanxi enables visitors to immerse themselves in local culture through various themed districts, as well as innovative tourism experiences combining augmented and virtual reality technologies. Highlights include the Grand Tang Mall, Tang Paradise, and the Shaanxi History Museum. A great way to boost tourism China’s 144-hour visa-free policy allows travelers from 54 countries, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, to enter Shaanxi without a visa for up to six days, provided they have valid international travel documents and onward tickets to a third country or region within the specified time frame. Eligible travelers can engage in various short-term activities during their stay, such as tourism, business meetings, family visits, and cultural exchanges, within the specified region. For those whose countries have mutual visa waiver agreements or unilaterally exempt visa policies with China, those provisions will take precedence.
WTM Africa partners with China Travel Online to tap into Chinese outbound travel market
The China outbound travel market in 2024 is projected to be strong. The China Tourism Academy predicts that the recovery process of the inbound and outbound tourism market will further accelerate in 2024, with annual inbound and outbound tourism trips exceeding 264 million trips. WTM Africa has formed a strategic buyer and media partnership with China Travel Online, a leading Chinese outbound travel portal, to facilitate engagement with key Chinese tourism stakeholders at the 2024 show in Cape Town. China Travel Online connects destinations, attractions, hotels and other travel suppliers worldwide to Chinese operators and professionals. It is also a one-stop shop for resources, e-commerce, news and networking for Chinese travel and tourism companies and professionals. The collaboration will see WTM Africa host several prominent Chinese buyers for pre-scheduled business meetings and networking sessions with exhibitors during the three-day event from 10 to 12 April 2024. Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director at Africa Travel Week The China Market session during the WTM Africa conference is another highlight. It will share the latest China outbound market updates with the industry and how to penetrate the world’s largest tourism source market effectively. “This partnership with China Travel Online allows us to bring leading Chinese industry players together with tourism suppliers from across Africa, paving the way for future growth,” says Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director for WTM Africa. De Jager emphasises that the Chinese outbound travel market presents an enormous opportunity for the continent, especially in light of the fact that South Africa has been one of the first three nations on the continent to roll out the welcome mat to Chinese visitors in the post-COVID era. “As this vital tourism source market picks up again post-COVID, connecting Chinese stakeholders with Africa's diverse offering through partnerships like this will help accelerate recovery on both sides,” De Jager adds. Marcus Lee, CEO of China Travel Online According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), at the end of 2023, international scheduled flights from China to the rest of the world reached over 60% of 2019 pre-pandemic levels. This presents an excellent opportunity for South Africa to bring Chinese visitors to its shores. “We are excited about this partnership and the possibilities it unlocks for tourism growth between China and Africa,” comments Marcus Lee, CEO of China Travel Online. The 2024 edition of WTM Africa in Cape Town will include business meetings, content sessions, and networking focused on empowering the expansion of African tourism.
Embraer Hosts the 2023 China Regional Aviation Forum
As China’s civil aviation market continues to grow, fueled by rising domestic demand, the first post-pandemic Embraer China Regional Aviation Forum is returning. Embraer will hold the 6th China Regional Aviation Forum (RAF 2023) in the city of Qingdao from 7-8 November 2023. The theme for the event is Connectivity and Differentiation – New Momentum in Regional Aviation Development. The forum will welcome over 150 participants from the government, domestic and overseas airlines, airports, lessors, institutes, trade associations, and other related organizations. Speakers will include airlines executives, industry experts, and think tanks. The group will lead discussions on a variety of topics ranging from the global and China regional aviation market development to successful business models and experience sharing for airlines. “Through the forum, Embraer provides a platform that pools wisdom and experience of the most qualified and knowledgeable people to discuss and debate how to expand regional networks and how to boost connectivity,” said Arjan Meijer, President and CEO of Embraer Commercial Aviation. “The key is to offer efficient and rightsized aircraft to build the connectivity of China. The E2, which complements China's indigenous products perfectly, is the perfect aircraft to do that as it will connect second & third tier cities as well as remote regions. Now that the E190-E2 and E195-E2 are both certified by CAAC, we are confident about our prospects in China, supporting growth and helping China Civil Aviation embrace a more sustainable aviation future.” “We believe the regional market is a key driver of the future growth. There are one billion people living in China that have never taken a flight,” said Guo Qing, Managing Director and VP Commercial Aviation, Embraer China. “China Civil Aviation Authority attaches significant importance to the integration of the overall network, having trunk and regional routes more connected to feed traffic to each other. In this context, our E2 aircraft will be an efficient tool to help small and medium-sized airlines focus on the regional segment by differentiating in business model, market access, product and service offerings,” Guo added. The China Regional Aviation Forum was previously held in Kunming, Yinchuan, Guiyang, Ordos, and Sanya. This year’s event is being jointly organized by China Aviation News and Civil Aviation Management Institute of China (CAMIC).
Chinese Airlines Set To Increase International Services
Chinese airlines have indicated they would expand the number of scheduled international flights very soon, generating widespread attention. China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s three leading airlines, announced on Monday that it would resume many international flights beginning in late October, including between Shanghai and Bangkok, Hangzhou and Tokyo, Qingdao and Seoul, and Qingdao and Dubai. China Eastern intends to operate 108 scheduled international flights per week along 42 routes throughout the winter and spring seasons. VariFlight, a China-based civil aviation data service provider, reported 64 international flights from 10 to 16 October. Throughout September, it conducted 234 international flights. China Southern, another major Chinese airline, said last week that it would restart regular international flights from Guangzhou to Jakarta, Dalian to Tokyo, Guangzhou to Dubai, and Guangzhou to Manila by the end of this month. The company intends to fly 86 international flights per week following the move, and it now has 71 international flights every week. On 30 October, China’s civil aviation sector will begin the new winter and spring schedules. Other carriers, such as Hainan Airlines and Xiamen Airlines, have also announced plans to increase international flights soon. According to Li Xiaojin, a professor of aviation economics at the Civil Aviation University of China in Tianjin, international passenger flights are a significant source of revenue for airlines, particularly larger ones. Before the pandemic, roughly 10% of air travellers were international. Still, he said they generated about 30% of the civil aviation industry’s income. According to VariFlight data, China operated 984 international flights from 10 October to 16, accounting for nearly 5% of the weekly number of international flights in 2019. In 2019, the average weekly number of international flights was 18,750. According to CAAC data issued in August last year, China operated 230 international passenger flights each week, accounting for around 2.15 percent of the volume observed in 2019. Policies have been implemented to help the industry recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The State Council, China’s Cabinet, issued a notice in May to stimulate the economy, which included the gradual resumption of international passenger flights. China relaxed its quarantine policy for arriving travellers in June. According to the most recent pandemic control plan, arriving travellers will be isolated for seven days to undergo medical observation at specified places, followed by three days of home health monitoring, lowering the quarantine length from 21 to 10 days. The CAAC shortened the ban duration for international flights in August if confirmed cases were discovered onboard. During a press conference in June, Liang Nan, director of the CAAC’s transport department, said that the government is talking with several countries about progressively boosting international passenger flights. According to Xu Qing, deputy director of the department, at a news briefing in July, the administration is working under the coordination of the State Council’s joint prevention and control mechanism to resume flights to meet the needs of overseas students and people involved in international exchanges looking to return to their home countries. She also stated that the endeavour considers the growing pandemic situation, optimising current preventative and pandemic control efforts and enhancing local regions’ capabilities to accommodate international flights. Source: China Daily
Chinese jet certificated
China has certified the COMAC C919, China’s home-grown passenger jet to compete with the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 family of aircraft. A photo posted by China Aviation Review on 29 September, showed a photograph of a ceremony with a certificate being handed over. There was no official confirmation from the manufacturer or the country’s civil aviation regulator, the CAAC. A Reuters report said it had been widely expected that the aircraft would be certified by the end of September after two C919s flew to Beijing on 13 September. The C919’s launch customer is China Eastern Airlines (CEA), which has said it expects to take delivery of one jet in 2022 and a further four in 2023. The C919 was initially supposed to enter commercial service in 2016, but it was delayed multiple times due to technical difficulties and supply issues. The C919 has a range of 2,500 to 3,300 miles and can carry up to 168 passengers. According to data from COMAC, 815 C919 provisional orders have been obtained from 28 customers.
China to allow more international flights
China’s civil aviation authority said it is discussing with its counterparts in certain countries the possibility of gradually increasing international passenger flights in and out of the country. Since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic, the civil aviation authority has taken scientific, targeted and dynamic measures to basically keep regular flights with 54 countries, while effectively preventing cross-border transmission of the virus, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) told. To orderly arrange more international flights is conducive to China's economy, exchange of people with other countries and sustainable development of the civil aviation sector, the administration said. About 12.07 million passenger trips were made in May, jumping 53.2 percent from the previous month, data from the CAAC showed. The total air transport turnover hit 3.89 billion ton-km last month, surging 31.8 percent month-on-month, while the volume of mail and cargo transported went up 17 percent month-on-month to 491,000 tons, according to the CAAC. (Source: Xinhua)
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