North Macedonia has launched a new open call inviting airlines to introduce flights to the country’s two international airports: Skopje International Airport and Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity, attract more airlines, and boost passenger traffic to and from the country.
Utair, a Russian airline, has been added to the updated sanctions list of the European Union (EU), following accusations of its role as a “contractor for the Russian Ministry of Defense”. The decision reflects the EU’s ongoing measures to impose restrictions on entities linked to Russia’s defense activities.
Qantas Airways, Australia’s flagship carrier, has reached a settlement with the Transport Workers Union (TWU) to provide $76.2 million in compensation to former ground workers who were dismissed in 2020. The agreement concludes a long-running legal dispute over the controversial outsourcing of ground handling jobs.
Lufthansa, Germany’s flagship carrier, has urged the European Commission to suspend the EU-Qatar air transport agreement, citing concerns over its “radically unequal” terms and serious corruption allegations. The agreement, which liberalizes market access between the EU and Qatar, has come under increased scrutiny in recent months.
Korean Air has announced the promotion of its current president, Woo Kee-hong, to the position of Vice Chairman as part of the airline’s regular executive reshuffle scheduled for January 2025. This leadership change underscores Korean Air’s focus on strategic growth and operational excellence as it navigates the evolving global aviation landscape.
Interjet, the Mexican airline, is in discussions with potential investors to resume operations by the end of the first quarter of 2025. According to the airline’s chairman, Alejandro Del Valle, the plan involves a $500 million investment to restart flights, with operations centered at Mexico City’s Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
Honeywell International (US), a leading industrial conglomerate, is evaluating strategic options for its aerospace business, including the possibility of a separation. This development comes approximately one month after Elliott Investment Management (US), a prominent activist investor, called for the breakup of the industrial giant to unlock shareholder value.
GA Telesis, a leading US-based provider of integrated aviation solutions, has announced the appointment of Bosco Ricoas Vice President for the Latin America and Caribbean region. This strategic leadership addition reflects GA Telesis’ commitment to strengthening its presence and fostering growth in these key markets.
Afrijet, a leading regional airline based in Gabon, has appointed Nyl Moret Mba as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This leadership transition is expected to usher in a new phase of strategic growth and operational development for the airline.
TAAG Angola Airlines has entered into a long-term agreement with Lufthansa Technik (Germany) to provide aircraft component services for its brand-new fleet of Boeing 787s. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in TAAG’s fleet modernization strategy, ensuring reliable maintenance support for its operations.
