Qantas Reveals Dreamliner Premium Economy Seats

Australian carrier Qantas has unveiled its next-generation premium economy seat, which will debut later this year on its fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.   Utilizing a base design from Thompson Aero Seating, the new product has been heavily customised by Australian industrial designer David Caon. Sporting a charcoal palette with hints of brown, the smart-looking … Continue reading

New Business, Premium Economy Seats For Philippine Airlines

Philippine Airlines is set to boost its product offering with the introduction of a new Business and Premium Economy class seat. 8 of the airline’s Airbus A330-300s are set to be reconfigured from an all-Economy to a 3-class layout and refitted, with 105 Economy seats making way for 18 Business and 24 Premium Economy seats. … Continue reading

Australian Carriers Expand In Asia

Australian carriers Qantas and Jetstar continue their Asian expansion with new connections between Australia, China and Vietnam. The Flying Kangaroo has relaunched direct services to Beijing, while its low cost affiliate is to fly to Ho Chi Minh City for the first time.   Qantas Launches Sydney – Beijing After a hiatus of 8 years, … Continue reading

Viking Ocean Cruises Christens New Ship, Announces First World Cruise

A year after its debut with the Viking Star, Viking Ocean Cruises continues its aggressive expansion with the introduction of a second ship and the unveiling of details for the company’s first world cruise.   Viking Sea Named in London with Norwegian Flair The River Thames in Greenwich was the scene of maritime and Norwegian tradition … Continue reading

Singapore Airlines Confirms Canberra, Wellington Flights

Singapore Airlines has confirmed it will begin direct flights between Singapore and Canberra, becoming the first international airline to operate in the Australian capital. Beginning 20 September 2016, the Star Alliance member will fly its “Capital Express” route 4 times a week, with a trans-Tasman onward tag to Wellington.   Flight SQ 291 will depart Singapore … Continue reading