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Italia Trasporto Aereo Takes Off in October

2021-09-02 by Argophilia Travel News

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A new Italian state airline has emerged from the bankrupt Alitalia. Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) take off in October.

Tags: airlines, Alfredo Altavilla, Alitalia, European airlines, Italia Trasporto Aere, Italian airlines, Italian travelers, Italy tourism, new airlines, State airlines, world airlines

Industry Veteran Willie Walsh Takes Helm at IATA

2021-04-03 by Argophilia Travel News

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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that Willie Walsh officially took on the role of Director-General of the organization.

Tags: airline news, airlines, Alexandre de Juniac, IATA, transportation, transportation news, Willie Walsh, world airlines

Qatar Airways Becomes Largest Passenger and Cargo Airline Globally

2020-06-08 by Argophilia Travel News

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Qatar Airways continues to succeed in demonstrating the airline’s strength and resilience despite the illegal blockade imposed by neighboring countries on 5 June 2017.

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COVID-19 May End Up Costing World Airlines $29 Billion in Revenues

2020-02-24 by Argophilia Travel News

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New York – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its initial assessment of the impact of the Novel Coronavirus 2019 outbreak (COVID-19) shows a potential 13% full-year loss of passenger demand for carriers in the Asia-Pacific region. Considering that growth for the region’s airlines was forecast to be 4.8%, the net impact will be […]

Tags: airline profits, airlines, Asia-Pacific travel, China, China travelers, Chinese airlines, Coronavirus, Coronavirus 2019, COVID-19, domestic travel, health alert, IATA, world airlines

Aeroflot Reaffirms Global Leadership at the World Travel Awards 2019

2019-12-03 by Argophilia Travel News

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Aeroflot has affirmed its position as a leader in global aviation by taking home two top prizes at the World Travel Awards 2019.

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AEGEAN Voted World’s 5th Best International Airlines

2018-10-18 by Argophilia Travel News

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Greek carrier Aegean Airlines was voted fifth on the list of the 20 Best Airlines in the World (outside the US) for 2018

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Korean Air Buys 44% Stake in Czech Airlines

2013-04-15 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Czech Airlines

Korean Air and Czech Airlines finalized the former’s buyout of 44% of the Czech carrier making the Korean airline their second largest stakeholder.

Tags: acquisitions, airlines, Czech companies, Czech transportation, Europe airlines, world airlines

Alitalia On Bad PR and Profits Course

2013-04-02 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Just when European airline Alitalia could least afford bad publicity, news from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) tells of a fine of $125,000 levied against the airline for deceiving two passengers about their compensation rights.

Tags: airline penalties, airlines, Alitalia, consumer rights, DOT, DOT fines, Europe airlines, fines, world airlines

US Airways Sabre Deal Calms Travel War Waters

2011-03-01 by Phil Butler

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In airline travel news, US Airways just announced the signing of a multi year contract for full content distribution and merchandising with Sabre Travel Network. This latest news, pertinent to the ongoing wars between the various online agents and service providers, is at least a positive sign for global distribution players.

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Heraklion Promises Greener Future—Residents Still Waiting to See It

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

The Municipality of Heraklion launched a new planting program in mid-April, claiming it will cover the entire city and surrounding villages.

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Mesara’s 17th Gastronomy Festival Heads to Apoini This July

2026-07-09 By Victoria Udrea

Apoini hosts the 17th Mesara Gastronomy Festival on July 30, celebrating Crete’s European Region of Gastronomy 2026 with local flavors and traditions.

The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

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