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New Delhi, 15th July 2025: AI Engineering Services Limited (AIESL) has received EASA Part-145 approval for its Trivandrum (TRV) facility, enabling it to conduct base and line maintenance on Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 family aircraft.In Aviation, EASA Part-145 Approval is rated as a gold standard. One of the most rigorous and respected benchmarks in the aviation industry, EASA validates that AIESL TRV meets the highest safety, quality, and regulatory standards to carry out heavy maintenance checks on B737 and A320 family aircraft. The EASA Approval complements our FAA and DGCA approvals— making the TRV base a global gateway for international carriers seeking trusted MRO solutions in South East Asia and Middle East region.

Delhi, July 15, 2025: Air Canada has announced its winter 2025-26 network expansion by resuming non-stop service to Lima, Peru with twice weekly flights from both Montreal and Toronto. The airline is also adding three new routes to Central America and Mexico including, Montreal-Belize, Toronto-Puerto Escondido*, and Vancouver-Tepic, Riviera Nayarit*, building on its recent Latin America expansion announcement. “Air Canada is further diversifying its global network this winter under its New Frontiers Strategy by capitalizing on strong leisure demand to sought-after vacation destinations in South and Central America and in Mexico’s Oaxaca and Pacific coast areas. Our new flights are designed to provide easy connections for both Canadian and European travellers, as well as to take advantage of cargo opportunities in the region,” said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and President, Cargo at Air Canada. “Customers will have even more compelling choices when planning vacation travel this winter. From Peru’s rich history and archaeological ruins, the legendary Belize Barrier Reef, or Mexico’s vibrant and rapidly emerging hidden gem vacation spots, Air Canada is proud to bring new and exciting destinations for our customers to explore. We look forward to welcoming you onboard our award-winning airline soon,” concluded Mr. Galardo. Air Canada’s newest Mexico routes are opening doors to some of the country’s buzzworthy and under the radar vacation destinations. Puerto Escondido, nestled along Oaxaca’s stunning Pacific coast, is a laid-back surf haven renowned for its golden beaches and extraordinary waves. With new direct flights from Toronto, this bohemian paradise will now be within easy reach for Canadian travellers seeking off-the-beaten-path charm. On Mexico’s western coast, Air Canada’s new Vancouver-Tepic, Riviera Nayarit service opens a fresh gateway to the Riviera Nayarit—timed perfectly with the completion of a new highway linking Tepic to Puerto Vallarta in October 2025. Oceanfront gems such as artistic San Pancho, surf-friendly Sayulita, and upscale Punta Mita will be within a convenient 30-minute to one-hour drive from Tepic’s airport. This new route offers travellers an alternative point of access to explore the vibrant landscapes, pristine beaches, and rich cultural tapestry that make Nayarit one of Mexico’s most captivating regions. This winter, Air Canada will offer over 80,000 weekly seats on more than 55 daily flights to 52 destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean, representing the greatest number of sun destinations the airline has served.

Doha, 11th July 202: Qatar Airways has completed the Starlink installation programme on 54 Boeing 777 aircraft and is now ready to provide the fastest Wi-Fi onboard at a record speed. Qatar Airways is now the largest operator of widebody aircraft equipped with Starlink technology further cementing its position as the global leader in Starlink-equipped long-haul and ultra-long-haul connectivity, and the only carrier in the Middle East and North Africa offering the service. Originally scheduled as a two-year programme, the installation was completed in nine months,nearly 50 per cent faster than planned. By cutting the retro it time from three days to just 9.5 hours per aircraft, the airline completed the rollout programme without disrupting operations. Qatar Airways Group CEO Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said, “This new milestone demonstrates our strategic investment in rede ining our passengers’ expectations. We promised the fastest, most seamless in- light connectivity in the industry, and with Starlink we have delivered it faster and at an unmatched scale. Having completed our rollout programme for Boeing 777s, we are now fully focused on equipping our Airbus A350 leet with Starlink, bringing this game-changing experience to even more routes across our global network of over 170 destinations.” Passengers in both Premium and Economy cabins enjoy free, gate-to-gate Wi-Fi speeds of up to 500 Mbps per aircraft. Whether streaming, gaming, or working, they can expect a fast and reliable connection comparable, if not better, to their experience at home. Building on the success of the rollout programme for Boeing 777s, the airline is now equipping its Airbus A350 leet, aiming to complete Starlink installation within the next year.Since launching the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 in October 2024, Qatar Airways has operated over 15,000 Starlink-connected lights, continuing to redefine the modern travel experience with world-class services and pioneering innovation.

Delhi, 8th July 2025: Emirates is expanding its Premium Economy offering to Kolkata, effective 18 July 2025. Following strong customer response in Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad, this rollout marks another milestone in Emirates’ commitment to enhancing travel experiences for Indian passengers. Starting 18 July, passengers on flights EK573/572 between Dubai and Kolkata can travel in Premium Economy class, which features: • Wider cream leather seats, increased legroom, deeper recline, and cushioned leg rests • Curated in-flight dining on Royal Doulton china with premium beverages • 13.3-inch HD screens, Bluetooth headphone pairing, and improved Wi-Fi • Generous baggage allowance of 35kg (checked-in) + 10kg (carry-on) Flights EK573 (Kolkata to Dubai) will operate four times weekly—on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, departing at 20:45 hrs. Return flight EK572 departs Dubai at 13:05 hrs and arrives in Kolkata at 19:15 hrs (local times).

Jaipur, 7th July 2025: Etihad Airways has marked the first anniversary of its nonstop service between Abu Dhabi and Jaipur, a key gateway in Northwest India. Since launching the route on 16 June 2024, Etihad has more than doubled frequencies—reflecting its deepening commitment to the Indian market and expanding connectivity for travelers from Rajasthan to over 100 destinations across its global network. The service began with four weekly flights and increased to ten per week by December 2024, just six months after launch—underscoring the growing strategic importance of Jaipur in Etihad’s India network. Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, said, “Completing one year of flying to Jaipur is an important milestone in our India growth story. The strong response from travellers, especially from Rajasthan and neighbouring regions, has reaffirmed our commitment to enhancing travel options from India. With increased frequencies, seamless connectivity, and exceptional service, we look forward to continuing this journey with our guests from Jaipur.” Strengthening Global Connectivity The Abu Dhabi–Jaipur route plays a vital role in connecting India to key destinations across the GCC and Middle East, Europe, North America, and Africa via Etihad’s hub at Zayed International Airport. Travellers from Jaipur benefit from smooth onward connections through the state-of-the-art airport, and a seamless travel experience. Passengers flying to the United States enjoy the added advantage of completing immigration and customs formalities before departure through the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi—the only one of its kind in the region. This allows travellers to arrive in the US as domestic passengers, ensuring a faster and more convenient entry. Travelers can also take advantage of Etihad’s Abu Dhabi Stopover Programme, which offers up to two complimentary nights at select premium hotels—allowing them to experience the cultural richness, beautiful beaches, thrilling theme parks and vibrant nightlife of the UAE capital before continuing their journey. The route is operated using Airbus A320 family aircraft,with Business and Economy cabins.

Stockholm, 4th July 2025: Norse Atlantic Airways has confirmed its plans to operate a route from Stockholm to Bangkok, and further continuing its vision to invest in the Swedish air travel market by adding a new direct route to Phuket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport ahead of winter 2025. The route will be operated once a weeek, on Thursdays. Thailand has long been an immensely popular destination for travelers looking for adventure and sunny beaches, as well as for those looking to visit family and friends. Phuket is one of Southeast Asia’s most beloved destinations and the new direct route from Stockholm Arlanda Airport will further strengthening the overall offer at the airport. I’m delighted that Norse Atlantic continues to invest at Stockholm Arlanda Airport with a new, direct route to the ever-popular destination Phuket. The investment shows great confidence in the Swedish air travel market and will strengthen the ties between Sweden and Thailand, says Jonas Abrahamsson, president and CEO of Swedavia. Swedavias main goal is to increase the connectivity and facilitate for people to meet, whether it is for business, leisure or to visit family and friends. We are honored by the trust so many passengers have placed in Norse Atlantic for their journeys to Thailand, says Bjørn Tore Larsen, CEO of Norse Atlantic Airways. The launch of a direct service from Stockholm to Phuket is a testament to that trust—and to our promise of making long-haul travel more accessible, more comfortable, and more inspiring. With this new route, we continue our mission to connect continents with the spirit of exploration that has always been part of our Norse DNA. Starting on December 4th 2025, Norse Atlantic will operate Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) – Phuket (HKT) route once a week, on Thursdays, until the end of the winter season.

Shizuoka, Japan,July 1st 2025: Fuji Dream Airlines (FDA), Japanese regional carrier, has renewed its long-standing partnership with IBS Software, reinforcing over a decade of collaboration in enabling seamless passenger experiences and operational resilience. This renewal follows the successful cloud transformation of FDA’s mission-critical systems in 2024, marking a new chapter in the airline’s digital journey. Since its launch in 2009, FDA has relied on IBS Software’s cloud-hosted Passenger Service System (PSS) to power its core operations. With the recent SaaS-based migration to AWS cloud, FDA has streamlined operations, reduced infrastructure management overhead, and ensured uninterrupted business continuity, critical capabilities in today’s dynamic aviation environment. Commenting on the contract extension, Mr. Mitsuo Yamamuro, General Manager, Fuji Dream Airlines, said, “IBS Software has been a reliable partner in our digital journey. Their solutions have given us the confidence to innovate while ensuring the stability we need in our daily operations. We look forward to continuing this partnership as we explore new growth opportunities.” “This renewal is more than a contract extension – it reflects the mutual trust we’ve built with Fuji Dream Airlines over the years,” said Marco Contento, Vice President, Aviation Business Services, IBS Software. “In a sector where mission-critical and complex digital solutions demand long-term reliability, strong partnerships like ours give airlines the confidence to innovate and explore new phases of digital transformation. We’re proud to continue supporting FDA on this journey.”

Delhi, July 1st, 2025: In the run up to Canada Day celebrations held on July 1 every year, Air Canada has announced exclusive, limited-time discounts of up to INR 2,900 on round-trip Economy fares for customers flying from India to Canada. The discount includes all popular non-stop routes from New Delhi and Mumbai to major Canadian cities, including Toronto and Montréal, with onward connectivity across Air Canada’s extensive North American network. The promotion is valid only for bookings made from June 23 to July 7, 2025, for travel to Canada between September 1, 2025, and March 26, 2026. Arun Pandeya, Air Canada’s General Manager for India, said: “We are delighted to extend Canada Day celebrations to our Indian customers through this special offer, encouraging customers to explore the beautiful country of Canada.” “Whether travelling for business, leisure or to connect with family, we are offering great sale prices to inspire Indian customers already looking to book their next adventure.”