TAM Airlines orders four Boeing 777

Brazil's TAM Airlines ordered for four additional 777-300ERs. This orders takes Boeing order book passto 1003 B777.

TAM is Brazil's largest airline, flying both domestic and international routes. TAM became the first Latin American airline to incorporate the 777-300ER into its long-range fleet plan when it booked its initial order for four 777-300ERs earlier this year. TAM's first 777-300ER is scheduled to be delivered in June 2008. Prior to ordering these eight 777s, TAM was an exclusive Airbus operator.

"TAM's recent orders confirm airline preference for the 777 family which commands more than a 65 percent market share in its category because of its lower operating costs, passenger pleasing cabin and unmatched reliability, " said Larry Loftis, vice president, Boeing 777 Program. "We have continually enhanced and improved the performance of the 777 family of airplanes. Today, we have grown that family to include two, new, longer range 777s and a freighter version that will enter service in the fourth quarter of 2008."

Marco Antonio Bologna, TAM's CEO said the 777-300ER acquisitions are an important step for TAM's growth in the long-haul international market. "The Boeing 777 provides TAM with unmatched revenue-generating capability, beginning with fuel savings and environmental benefits," Bologna said. "Further, this is a plane long-haul passengers recognize for its spaciousness, comfort and award-winning interiors."

The fuel-efficient 777-300ER is the world's largest long-range twin-engine jetliner capable of carrying 365 passengers up to 7,880 nautical miles (14,594 kilometers). The efficient twin-engine design provides the lowest fuel consumption and overall operating costs in its class.

BINDASS TO GO ON AIR from SEPT 17

India's leading, media & entertainment company has announced the launch of Bindass , its Hindi general entertainment channel (GEC) will go on air on September 17, 2007.

On the occasion of 'Bindass' going on air, Zarina Mehta, CEO, Bindass said, "We are really excited that brand Bindass is being born on September 17, '07. We launch simultaneously with the Bindass GEC, a fully loaded Mobile service with our short code 59995 and two websites bindass.com and a really exciting user generated website lagegi.com.

"It is, indeed, an achievement for Bindass to reach out to 50% of India's Hindi-speaking cable viewership in a span of just two weeks from its launch. Bindass is proud to associate with Tata Sky. With its superior quality of satellite transmission and interactivity, Tata Sky is an ideal platform for Bindass to reach its audience ", said Shantonu Aditya, CEO, UTV broadcasting & distribution.

The channel is targeted at a target audience in the age range of 15 to 34 years. It will be available on 'Tata Sky', India's top direct-to-home (DTH) satellite television provider offering close to 110 channels, various services such as movie-on-demand, gaming active news, sports etc

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Boeing to promote 787 Dreamliner, 777, 737 and 747-8 at Asian Aerospace 2007

World's largest airplane manufacturer, Boeing, will be doing extensive promotion 787 Dreamliner, 777, 737 and 747-8 at Asian Aerospace 2007 beginning Sept. 3 in Hong Kong.

"Asian Aerospace showcases this exciting and dynamic market," said Larry Dickenson, senior vice president, sales, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "In addition to featuring our products and services, Boeing will take the opportunity to underscore its strong commitment to customers, partners and suppliers," he said.

With the new show's focus on commercial aviation, Boeing will be represented by its Commercial Airplanes unit, with participation by the Commercial Aviation Services team, Alteon Training and others. Boeing's schedule begins on Monday, Sept. 3, when Larry Dickenson discusses the commercial aviation fleet and the market outlook for the Asia-Pacific region in a presentation to the Air Transport Strategy Conference.

Additionally, on Tuesday, Sept. 4, Boeing Regional Marketing Director Jim Edgar will conduct a press briefing on the global air cargo market; including the latest Boeing freighter fleet forecast data. Air cargo traffic growth to, from and within Asia is forecast to exceed the world average during the next 20 years.

Bombardier shows more interests in Asian aerospace

With the Asia-Pacific region continuing to grow in importance in the regional and business aircraft markets, and with China forecasted to become one of the world’s key aviation markets over the next 20 years, Bombardier will show its support of this expanding marketplace by attending Asian Aerospace 2007 at its new location in Hong Kong, from September 3 to 6.
Bombardier’s aerospace activities in China have grown substantially in recent years.

Bombardier is a leading supplier of regional aircraft to the Asia-Pacific region, with 227 of its Q-Series turboprops and CRJ regional jets in service or ordered by approximately 40 operators in 14 countries.

“As Asian airlines continue to re-evaluate their strategies to focus on economics, Bombardier is well positioned to offer solutions to meet their requirements,” said James Dailly, Senior Vice-president, Sales at Bombardier Regional Aircraft. “Bombardier is the only manufacturer that offers two distinct families of regional aircraft: regional jets and turboprops, each offering low operating costs.”

With an installed fleet of over 100 business jets based in the region, Bombardier Business Aircraft maintains its strong presence in Asia-Pacific. Bombardier is the market leader in both the large and ultra-long range aircraft segments, with 64 per cent and 54 per cent of the installed base respectively.

Bombardier is the only Original Equipment Manufacturer to offer aircraft in eight of nine business jet market segments – from the premium Learjet 40 XR light jet to the ultra long-range Global Express XRS aircraft and the Challenger 800 Series in the corporate airliner segment – the widest selection of any corporate jet manufacturer.

Continuing on its recently launched world tour, Bombardier will present the latest full-size, cabin mock-up of the CSeries aircraft at Asian Aerospace 2007. Featured in the mock-up will be the forward galley with offset door configuration, two rows in business class, four rows in economy class and the aft galley with a lavatory area. The new cabin permits airlines to experience the convenience of overhead rotating bins and the cross-section fuselage was recently modified to provide additional passenger comfort.

The CSeries aircraft, designed specifically for the lower end of the 100- to 149-seat commercial market, is ideally positioned to replace many of the aging narrow-body aircraft presently in service in the Asia-Pacific region. This family of aircraft will offer airlines the opportunity to grow their networks with increased frequency and more point-to-point operations into markets that are not well served at this time due to range and aircraft size constraints.
Bombardier Aerospace’s relationship with China

The Asian Aerospace International Expo and Congress is being held at AsiaWorld-Expo alongside the Hong Kong International Airport. The Bombardier exhibit is located at Hall 9, Booth 9F01 and the Bombardier hospitality suite is found within the static display area at the Business Aviation Centre. This trade-only event is expected to feature more than 500 participating companies from more than 20 countries.

Bombardier aircraft on static display at Asian Aerospace 2007

CRJ900 NextGen – The CRJ900 NextGen airliner, in the colours of U.S. carrier Northwest Airlines, features the increased use of composite materials and the all-new CRJ NextGen interior with larger windows, LED lighting and larger overhead bins. The aircraft is configured with12 business class and 64 economy class seats. Like other members of the CRJ NextGen family, the aircraft is designed to deliver operating cost improvements and is the next step in the continuing evolution of the CRJ Series. Following Asian Aerospace, the CRJ900 NextGen jetliner will embark on an extensive demonstration tour of several countries in Asia and Europe.

Challenger 300: This first true super-midsize jet offers transcontinental range and superior long-range cruise speed, with eight passengers. It can fly Hong Kong-Darwin non-stop with a full payload and its superior airfield performance allows it to operate out of 5,000-foot (1,524-m) runways with ease*.

The Challenger 300 jet’s fleet currently totals over 150 aircraft, with a dispatch reliability of over 99.5 per cent as at July 31, 2007.

Global Express XRS: The pioneering Global Express XRS business jet features the largest cabin of any purpose-built corporate aircraft – with more cabin volume and more floor space than its closest competitor. No other business jet in the ultra long-range segment matches the high-speed range capability delivered by this aircraft. Offering the ultimate in cabin comfort, this impressive jet can link London-Singapore and Hong Kong- Los Angeles non-stop with eight passengers and three-to-four crew*.

Luxury chocolate experience onboard for Gulf Air premium class passengers

Lee Shave (second from right) tasting a chocolate variety while Marjo Rashid (right) looks on. Ali Rashid (left) and Gulf Air Chef Christophe Comacho (second left) discuss the chocolate menu.

Manama, Bahrain 27 August 2007: Taking its premium class onboard catering to greater heights, Gulf Air, the five-times-in-a-row winner of the SkyTrax Best Onboard Catering Award for First Class, has just introduced one more delicacy to its award winning First Class menu.

A select range of handmade premium chocolates will be served onboard for First Class passengers from now on, to be supplied by Bahraini chocolatier-couple Ali Rashid and Marjo Rashid under an exclusive arrangement.

“Gulf Air has carved a niché for itself in onboard fine-dining by introducing refreshingly innovative service concepts and products,” says Gulf Air Executive Vice President Marketing and Sales Lee Shave.

“We understand well our premium passengers, who not only have discerning tastes and but also expect certain exclusivity when travelling with us. The chocolate range produced by Ali and Marjo, who are trained in Holland in chocolate-making, fits this bill. They have recreated the European chocolate-making art with a Middle Eastern finesse right here in Bahrain. Besides, as the flag carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Gulf Air is proud to support this unique local venture.”

Passengers can indulge themselves tasting some of the unique and exotic couverture chocolate combinations, developed and perfected by the couple, such as Zanzabil ginger, Muhallabiah, Caramel delight and Hazelnut cream.

“We are proud to be a supplier to Gulf Air’s first class cabin service, which has set an industry standard for onboard service,” adds Ali Rashid.

“We use the finest quality ingredients sourced from Switzerland and other European countries and personally create our combinations to ensure our chocolates provide a long-lasting experience to Gulf Air customers.”

Boeing Delivers 3,000th Everett-built widebody Airplane

In the past 40 years, the fleet of 747, 767 and 777 airplanes has:

Flown more than 34.5 million flights Logged more than 148 million flight hours
Flown 71 billion nautical miles

Everett, Wash., Aug. 27, 2007: Boeing today delivered its 3,000th widebody airplane from its Everett, Wash., site. The airplane was a 777-200ER (Extended Range) model that was delivered to Korean Air.

The 3,000 airplanes built and delivered from the Boeing Everett factory include 747, 767 and 777 models. The site is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

"We are honored to receive the 3,000th airplane assembled at the Everett plant," said J.H. Lee, president and COO, Korean Air. "Boeing Everett employees have made high-quality, reliable airplanes that have played a critical role in the success of our airline."

The 3,000th airplane is joining the Korean Air fleet of 123 airplanes, which includes 13 777-200ERs, four 777-300s, 24 747-400s and 21 747-400 Freighters. Korean Air plans to use the new 777 for long-haul business routes to the Americas, Europe and the Middle East.

Korean Air also has 35 additional airplanes on order from the Everett programs including 777-300ERs, 777 Freighters, 747-8 Freighters and 787 Dreamliners. In addition, the airline has four 737s on order from the Boeing factory in Renton, Wash.

Journalists can apply for free speech award

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15/08/2007Journalists across the globe can compete for the International Award for Freedom of Speech, which recognizes reporting that shows “free and independent vision,” regardless of the subject matter.

Entry deadline: September 15.

The award is worth EU€5000, organized by the Marseille-Provence-Alpes du Sud Press Society, is open to professional journalists who work for international news agencies, whether operating locally or regionally. Entries should have been published or broadcast from September 1, 2006, to August 31, 2007.

Applications should include an original copy of the published article (15,000 characters maximum), a VHS copy for TV (12 minutes maximum), or a tape or CD for radio entries (6 minutes maximum). All entries should accompany a French translation.
For more information, contact c-presse@wanadoo.fr or visit http://www.rsf.org/article.php3?id_article=22801.

Photojournalists invited to participate in annual contest

Region :WorldwideCountry :NoneTopic :Photojournalism, Fellowships and Awards
15/08/2007Photojournalists worldwide have the chance to win US$1,000 and a Canon SLR digital camera by participating in Editor and Publisher’s eighth annual Photos of the Year Contest. Last day to enter: September 14.

Participants can submit photos that have been published in their newspaper or on their newspaper’s Web site since October 1, 2006. The entry fee is US$35 for single entry or $60 for a photo essay or series (three to10 photos). Categories include news, features, sports and multiple images/photo essay.

Winners and honorable mentions will be published in the magazine’s November issue and an online gallery at http://www.editorandpublisher.com on October 29.For more information, contact Daniela DiMaggio at ddimaggio@editorandpublisher.com or Ryan Whiting at ryan.whiting@nielsen.com, or visit http://editorandpublisher.nielsencontests.com/

Design group offers membership in developing countries

Region :WorldwideCountry :NoneTopic :Editing, Management, Print Journalism, Networking
20/08/2007The Society of New Design (SND) is offering membership to designers in developing countries who cannot afford the usual dues.

SND recently announced that in some specific developing countries, news organizations could join through special corporate memberships. The organizations can each then name three individual journalists to represent them and receive SND benefits. These benefits include discounts, a copy of the annual book “Best of Newspaper Design,” digital copies of the society’s quarterly journal, and access to the newsletter.For more information, contact SND at snd@snd.org, telephone +1 401 294 5233, or visit http://www.snd.org

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Organized by the Journalism Department of Yerevan State University and the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ). Deadline to apply: September 5, 2007.

10 – 12 students, selected in competition, will be trained to assume news and management positions at newspapers, news agencies, broadcast outlets and Web-based publications.

will be provided by American, European and Caucasian journalists and scholars. The journalism faculty and curriculum for the school will be provided by the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), a Washington-based journalism organization, with the cooperation from Louisiana State University and Kent State University. The program is funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).

The curriculum is based on a hands-on, experiential approach, using the latest techniques of fact-based, professional reporting and writing for both print and broadcast media. Students have access to a computer laboratory, the Internet, photo, audio and video equipment and a journalism library. The students will publish “PatUhan” student newspaper and its web version.
Graduates of ASJ will receive MA degree diploma from Journalism Department of YSU and an internationally recognized certificate from ICFJ.

The program will be offered in four semesters from September 2007 to May 2009. The best students will be given opportunity to have internship in outstanding media outlets abroad.
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Boeing sees $70 bn market in Russia & CIS

Boeing, one of the world largest aircraft maker has said in annual forecast, that Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) will require 1,060 new airplanes worth about $70 billion over the next 20 years.

Airplanes in the Boeing 737 size range will account for 44 percent of all commercial jetliners delivered to Russian and CIS airlines during the next 20 years, amounting to 470 units valued at $30 billion.

Eleven percent -- or 110 units at a value of $20 billion -- will be twin-aisle airplanes like the Boeing 777 and 787.

Forty-three percent will be smaller regional jets while airplanes of the Boeing 747 size or larger will comprise 2 percent of the market.

As smaller airplanes such as the Next-Generation 737, the 777 and the 787 are much more fuel efficient thanks to advanced technologies and innovation, they are able to fly longer distances with fewer passengers than a 747 and still remain profitable for the airlines that operate them.

The Next-Generation 737 will help airlines meet demand for shorter, more direct routes, and the all-new fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliner will provide needed capacity for longer-range direct flights.

Worldwide, Boeing estimates the fleet will require 28,600 new jets by 2026 worth about $2.8 trillion. The Boeing market forecast is widely regarded as the most comprehensive and respected analysis of the commercial aviation market.

CSA numeruno in on-time record in Europe

Prague, 22 August 2007 : Czech Airlines (CSA) was the carrier with the best on-time record in Europe in the first half of the 2007.

The Airline ranked first in departure punctuality, among the 26 most significant airlines associated in the Association of European Airlines (AEA).

CSA operated nearly 36,350 flights in the first half of the year, on scheduled routes from Prague and foreign destinations. In its summer schedule, CSA offers connections to 104 destinations in 44 countries.

Kingfisher Airlines announces Global Tennis Tournament in Mumbai

Vijay Mallya addressing the media

Kingfisher Airlines announces Global Tennis Tournament in Mumbai

India's fastest growing airlin, Kingfisher Airlines have announced the second edition of Kingfisher Airline Open from sept 24 to sept 30. Addressing the media, Chairman and MD of Kingfisher said, " this year we have Marat Safin, Lleyton Hewitt, Maros Baghdatis and other tennis players.

Mahesh Bhupati's father BC Bhupati was also present at the press breifing.

Bhupati, Vijay Mallya and Gaurav Natekar, Tournament Director at the event

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Gulf Air starts World Wide Call Centre

The first batch of Gulf Air Bahrain Call Centre agents with Mahmood Al Kooheji (sitting, third from left), Bjorn Naf (sitting, second from right)

and Lee Shave (standing, extreme left).

One of the twelve candidates receiving their training course completion certificate from Kooheji in the presence of Bjorn Naf.

A call centre agent explaining reservation procedures to Bjorn Naf.

In further enhancing its customer service standards, Gulf Air inaugurated its World Wide Call Centre (WWCC) in Bahrain on August 18.

Gulf Air chairman of the board of directors Mahmood Al Kooheji inaugurated the centre by inducting the first batch of 12 Bahraini call centre agents into service after training, at its Muharraq headquarters.

The Call Centre will function from 1pm to 9 pm Sunday to Thursday and Bahrain customers can get their travel-related service over the phone by dialling 17335777. Calls to this number, made before and after this duration and on Fridays and Saturdays, will continue to be served by the World Wide Centre in Muscat.

“Gulf Air is keen on providing the best possible service to its customers whether it is on the ground or in the air,” said Gulf Air executive vice president marketing and sales Lee Shave.

“We received over 150 applications from within Gulf Air and outside in response to an announcement out of which 12 best candidates were selected using rigorous recruitment procedures. Another 30 candidates have been recruited, who will be joining duty after the current training,” Mr. Shave concluded.

Before taking up their jobs, the candidates were given an intensive training programme on Gulf Air’s SABRE reservation system and procedures, telephone and booking techniques, efficient handling of customers and other travel-related enquiries.

“The inauguration of call centre in Bahrain is a significant development as part of our business philosophy and objectives,” said Gulf Air acting president and chief executive Bjorn Naf.

“Operating from our headquarters, we will now be able to manage customer enquiries better and provide our customers the service they truly deserve.”

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