Boeing announces major organization and leadership changes
Boeing announces major organization and leadership changes
Boeing today announced key organization and leadership changes aimed at driving greater cross-company integration and continuous improvement; aligning enterprise services to current business conditions while increasing value; streamlining senior leadership roles and responsibilities; and preparing now for the post-COVID-19-pandemic industry footprint. The changes are effective May 1. A newly formed group — Enterprise Operations, Finance […]
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EU regulators certify Airbus A330-800 for “beyond 180 minutes” ETOPS
EU regulators certify Airbus A330-800 for “beyond 180 minutes” ETOPS
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has approved the Airbus A330-800 aircraft for ETOPS (Extended-range Twin-engine Operations) “beyond 180 minutes” diversion time. This achievement means that operators of this A330neo variant will benefit from the most efficient, reliable and direct long-range routings. In particular it will maximize the A330-800’s exceptional transpacific range capability of […]
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Airbus commences new aircraft virtual “e-Delivery” process
Airbus commences new aircraft virtual “e-Delivery” process
A new aircraft hand-over and “e-Delivery” virtual process has recently commenced operation, guaranteeing continuation of Airbus’ delivery stream, while integrating the required health & safety requirements during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The first customer to adopt the remote end-to-end process is Pegasus Airlines, which in the last few days received three brand new ‘e-delivered’ A320neo […]
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Foreigners in Thailand granted second automatic 90-day visa extension
Foreigners in Thailand granted second automatic 90-day visa extension
The government of Thailand announced a second automatic visa extension for foreigners for ninety more days today. The announcement aims to prevent long line at visa centers and stop the spread of COVID-19 virus. According to Narumon Pinyosinwat, spokeswoman for Thailand’s cabinet, foreign visitors whose visas had expired since March 26 will be permitted to […]
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St. Kitts & Nevis COVID-19 Cases Increases
St. Kitts & Nevis COVID-19 Cases Increases
As of today, there are now 15 confirmed St. Kitts & Nevis COVID-19 cases in the Federation. Currently, St. Kitts & Nevis has one of the highest testing rates in CARICOM and the Eastern Caribbean. A COVID-19 Regulations task force has been put in place to ensure compliance by the public and by those businesses […]
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Branson offers his Caribbean island as collateral to UK for Virgin Atlantic bailout
Branson offers his Caribbean island as collateral to UK for Virgin Atlantic bailout
69-year-old British business magnate, Sir Richard Branson, has attempted to secure a massive bailout of his air carrier Virgin Atlantic, by offering up his Necker Island in the Caribbean as collateral to the UK government. Branson, who’s net worth is reported at $4.4 billion, made the offer in a blog post today, trying to obtain […]
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US oil market collapses with WTI dropping below $0 a barrel
US oil market collapses with WTI dropping below $0 a barrel
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil prices collapsed by almost 100% and have gone negative in a record low for the US benchmark. Vanishing demand and a glut of supply have combined to heavily impact the US benchmark fuel, with prices dropping from $18.27 to close at -$37.63 a barrel on Monday – down over 300 percent from the […]
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US DOT gives nearly $20 million in grants to 24 small shipyards
US DOT gives nearly $20 million in grants to 24 small shipyards
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) today awarded $19.6 million in discretionary grants to 24 U.S. small shipyards through the Small Shipyard Grant Program. The funding will help modernize America’s small shipyards, making them more efficient in constructing commercial vessels. “This $19.6 million federal government investment in the nation’s small shipyards will help […]
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Ascott provides safe rooms for those unable to travel home
Ascott provides safe rooms for those unable to travel home
Ascott has stepped up to provide a home away from home for healthcare workers, returning nationals, guests who are affected by border closures or city lockdowns, migrant workers and others who have been stranded due to COVID-19. Mr Kevin Goh, Chief Executive Officer, Lodging, CapitaLand Group and Chief Executive Officer, The Ascott Limited, said: “In […]
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50 US States: What are the 50 COVID-19 restrictions in place?
50 US States: What are the 50 COVID-19 restrictions in place?
Most States in the United States of America ask their citizens to stay home, but not all States follow such a directive. Some states have no plans of re-opening their economies, others already started, With 763,083 COVID-19 cases killing 40,495 Americans and only 70,806 recovered, USA can be considered the global epic-center of the virus […]
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