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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.

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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)

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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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Entry fee for neighbouring country tourists at monuments slashed

Visitors from the SAARC and BIMSTEC countries would be charged the same rates of the entry fee to ticketed monuments as Indian citizens, Tourism and Culture Minister Ambika Soni announced। Addressing the MPs of the Consultative Committee attached to her ministry, she said though the debate on charging a uniform entry fee from other foreign visitors was still on, there was a strong point in continuing with the present differential rate of tickets। The entry fee for visitors from the SAARC and BIMSTEC countries has been put on par with Indian citizens as an acknowledgement of the common heritage between India and its neighbouring countries and promotion of regional solidarity. Giving details of plan expenditure on restoration and maintenance of monuments, Soni said the 11th Five-Year Plan (2007-12) proposals, amounting to Rs.9.33 bn, were more than three times the provisions during the earlier plan. A substantial amount of these allocations would be spent on making monuments more attractive through programmes like Light and Sound shows at the World Heritage Sites, establishment of tourist facilities and better signage. Those who attended the meeting included Chander Kumar, N.K.S. Chauhan, Pankaj Chowdhary, Parasnath Yadav, Chandan Mitra, Barun Mukherjee and Surendra Motilal Patel.

Etihad Airways eyes more expansion in India

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is looking at expanding its operations to India in the next few years।

James Hogan, chief executive of Etihad Airways, said India is one of their key global markets।"Currently, Etihad flies to four Indian destinations - Delhi, Mumbai, Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram - and we would like to double this in the next few years in order to satisfy the huge demand from Indian customers across Etihad's flight network that includes Britain, Canada and South Africa," Hogan said।It flies to a total of 44 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia।The airline started its services to Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram last month, and since then passenger figures on both the routes have averaged more than 90 percent across economy and business class।Etihad, which also operates daily flights to Delhi and Mumbai, plans to start flight services to Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad, besides increasing its frequency into the two Kerala airports.In a related development, Etihad was awarded four industry accolades recognising the airline's progressive web strategy, which has been enabled by Indian IT major Infosys Technologies.

Spicejet pilots to fly Oman Air

Oman Air has signed a strategic agreement with SpiceJet to provide the national airline of Oman with well trained pilots।

Oman Air officials were recently in India in search of a partner to provide the airline with well-trained pilots for Boeing 737।

A statement issued by Oman Air said, SpiceJet pilots would fly with Oman Air on contract for a period of one year until Oman's trainee pilots are ready to take to the skies।

"This would provide Spicejet pilots with international exposure and rich flying experience through Oman Air's extensive network. The first batch of six first officers of Spicejet would reach Muscat soon," the company said.

GoAir to invest in cargo, engineering

GoAir, India’s private airline announced that the group has decided to looks at investments in GoEngineering, GoGround Services, GoCargo and several other Investments। Jeh Wadia would continue to be the Managing Director as part of GoAir’s overall business strategy and expansion plans. The future CEO will report directly to the Managing Director and would pilot the airlines day-to-day business operations.

Jeh Wadia, managing director of GoAir said, “As part of our expansion and business plans, GoAir is currently planning to expand its fleet size to 18 by 2009 and 35 by 2011 that would be fully funded internally। This is a conservative plan and will be revised to more aggressive growth once the industry shows signs of improvement.”

Currently, GoAir operates 396 weekly flights to 11 airports across the country and has had the highest loads for the months January, February, March, April, May and June (90 per cent). It also has the highest market share per aircraft in the industry.

Kingfisher Airlines launches direct flights between Mumbai and Bhuj

Kingfisher Airlines, India’s fastest growing private airline announced the launch of direct flights from Mumbai to Bhuj। Kingfisher Airlines will service the sector four times a week at very convenient times for air travellers.

With the launch of this service, Kingfisher Airlines now connects 30 cities with 189 flights a day on the wings of a fleet of 30 brand new aircraft।

Commenting on this, Vijay Mallya, Chairman and CEO, Kingfisher Airlines said, “ Through the launch of this new route, Kingfisher Airlines reaffirms its commitment toward addressing the needs of its guests by providing connectivity between the commercial capital of the country and other cities that are rapidly emerging as centres of economic activity।”

Bhuj is also a key destination for merchant vessel sailors। The new service of Kingfisher Airlines between Mumbai and Bhuj will also benefit all the shipping personnel who need to travel to major Gujarat ports frequently.

Adds Manoj Chacko, GM, global sales, Kingfisher Airlines, “All our efforts are focused on offering our guests enhanced convenience in terms of connectivity and service। The introduction of service between Mumbai and Bhuj is a step toward that. With this new route, Kingfisher Airlines will provide conveniently timed flights not only for air travelers flying to Bhuj, but greatly improved air connectivity to the entire region."

Bhuj, the major town of Kutch, is an old walled city. There are walls within walls, attractive gateways, old palaces with intricately carved wooden pavilions, and striking, brightly decorated Hindu temples. Note: Fares shown are one-way and are given in Indian Rupees. Taxes @ Rs. 750 per ticket are extra.

Finnair begins flights to Mumbai

Finnish national carrier, Finnair began a direct flight from Helsinki to the commercial capital of India, its second destination in the country। It will operate five times a week with an Airbus A-340 aircraft।Finnair began its operations from New Delhi on Oct 31, 2006, and has been flying to the national capital every day since May 19।"The new route also opens numerous possibilities to tourist traffic from Europe to India। Near Mumbai there are several interesting destinations for travellers, for example Goa, known for its magnificent beaches, and the culturally rich state of Kerala," a Finnair statement said।"Apart from Mumbai, this flight would be very convenient for passengers from neighbouring cities like Pune and Ahmedabad। The Mumbai route also gives Finnair more onward connections to destinations all over India," said Taina Törnström, Finnair director for the Indian subcontinent. "Finnair is strengthening its partnerships with Indian air carriers to make these connections as smooth as possible," she added.The flights to Mumbai are part of Finnair's Asian strategy. "In response to a strong demand from the Asian market, the number of weekly flights to India has increased from seven to 12. Flights to other Finnair destinations in Asia have also been continuously increased," the airline said.Besides New Delhi and Mumbai, Finnair now flies to eight other destinations in Asia: Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong in China; Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya in Japan; and Bangkok in Thailand.

Kingfisher launches aviation training academy

Kingfisher Training Academy, the subsidiary of Kingfisher Airlines was inaugurated by Dr Vijay Mallya, chairman and CEO of the company, in Mumbai recently.

Speaking after the inauguration, Mallya said, “we will be giving training to the candidates to work in the modern world, we will provide them exposure of high quality service. The students in this academy will be versed with multi field skills”.

“When we take recruit for our company from other institutes, we have to train them again to fill them in. There is a gap in their training what they get from their institute. We are looking for trained people and opening this academy makes sense for us”.

“We have no tie-up with any university. I am not aware of any university other than some hotel management institutes where students just get degrees. They need exposure of the field”.

Kingfisher has spent more than Rs 10 crore for this new venture and we will be opening 10 more branches in the coming year, including metro cities and other cities will be our target, Mallya said.

More than 2000 students will pass out every year from this academy. There will be a new batch every months. The course will be completed in six months and the fees will be Rs 1 lakh. Already, 100 students enrolled with us for starting session, said Rajesh Verma, head of the Kingfisher Training Academy.

The company claimed to have faculty members are form the Raj group of hotels, Jet Airways and many other top class people from the hospitality industry.

Courses offered at the institute are

• An Image Makeover• The Ground Personnel• Cabin Crew In-flight Service • Hospitality in Hotel Industry

For placement, Kingfisher academy has said that companies across service industry verticals such as domestic and international airlines and aviation companies, leading hotel chains, retail and other customer care management services have already commenced talks with them.