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Jamaica Participates in Routes Americas

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – Jamaica is participating in Routes Americas in Quebec, Canada between 12 and 14 February to promote the country as a tourism and business destination. Routes Americas is top leading summit in the Western Hemisphere for the development of new routes and airlift attended by airline and airport executives from across the region.

Jamaica’s objective at the event is to attract new flights and airlines to this leading Caribbean destination. The promotion of destination Jamaica is being supported by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), which operates Jamaica’s leading international gateway, Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, and as incoming operator of Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston.

Meetings have been scheduled with 20 airlines based in Canada, the US, the EU and Latin America, including American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, British Airways, Air Canada, Lufthansa, Southwest, United Airlines and TUI, among several others.

Routes Americas will get the industry geared up for the World Routes 2019 summit to be held in Adelaide, Australia in September, where GAP will intensify the promotion of Jamaica as an investment and tourism destination. The World Routes summit in Adelaide will have a global reach with the participation of airlines based in the EU, Africa, Asia and Australia, many of which do not typically participate in Routes Americas.

GAP is committed to promoting Jamaica as an extraordinary destination with countless natural wonders and an excellent tourism product, as well as for its attractiveness as a destination for foreign investment that promotes the sustainable economic and social development of the country.

About Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V. (GAP) is a leading airport operator based in Mexico. GAP holds concessions for the operation of 12 international airports in Mexico and two in Jamaica, providing service to more than 300 destinations via 35 airlines. The company’s shares are listed in Mexico and in New York.

GAP served 40.7m passengers in 2017, an 11.4% increase over 2016.

Airports operated by GAP are based in:

  • Guadalajara and Tijuana, serving the principal metropolitan areas;
  • Mexicali, Hermosillo, Los Mochis, Aguascalientes, Guanajuato and Morelia, serving these medium-size developing cities;
  • La Paz, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo and Montego Bay, leading tourism destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean;
  • On October 10th, 2018, GAP announced it had closed the public-private-partnership to operate, modernize and expand Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston, Jamaica.

Airports operated by GAP in Mexico are owned by the Mexican government and operated under a 50-year concession that commenced in 1998 as part of a national initiative to privatize and improve the quality of service and security at airports across the country.

Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay is owned by the Government of Jamaica and operated under a 30-year concession by MBJ Airports, a partnership between GAP and Vantage Airport Group. GAP was awarded a 25-year concession to operate Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston commencing in October 2019.

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Bombardier Sells Nine CRJ900 Aircraft to Chorus Aviation

Jazz Aviation LP to be the first Canadian Operator of the ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin under the Air Canada Express banner

CaribPR Wire, MONTRÉAL, Feb. 06, 2019:  Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that a subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc. (“Chorus Aviation”) has finalized a firm purchase agreement for nine CRJ900 aircraft. These aircraft will be operated by Jazz Aviation LP, a subsidiary of Chorus Aviation, under the Air Canada Express banner, making them the first Canadian operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets.

Based on the list price of the CRJ900 aircraft, the order is valued at approximately $437 million U.S.

“We are delighted that Chorus and Jazz have chosen Bombardier products for the growth and renewal of their fleet. It reaffirms their confidence in the value that the CRJ Series provides to airlines,” said Fred Cromer, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “The CRJ900 aircraft is ideally suited to growing markets and is recognized for its superior performance, economics and passenger comfort.”

“The addition of these new CRJ900 aircraft is part of the ongoing modernization of our Jazz fleet,” said Joseph Randell, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chorus. “These aircraft provide unit operating costs that are amongst the lowest of any regional aircraft, allowing us to more effectively compete while addressing changing market demand.”

Jazz, under the Air Canada Express brand, will operate the CRJ900 in a dual-class cabin configuration with 76 seats. The airline intends to take delivery of their first aircraft with the latest enhancement to the CRJ Series regional jets – the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin in the first half of 2020.

About the ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin
The new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin sets new standards of passenger experience in the regional jet market segment. Key features of the new interior are comprised of larger passenger living space, wheel-first roller bag capability, more spacious lavatory, increased cabin connectivity options, all integrated in a contemporary design and material choices. In fact, the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design allows passengers to carry and store an “oversized” roller bag within the aircraft cabin bins which minimizes the need to check bags at the counter or the gate. To learn more: DiscoverAtmosphere.com

About CRJ Series Aircraft
Every 5 seconds, a CRJ Series regional jet takes off or lands somewhere in the world. The CRJ Series family of aircraft has trans­ported more than 2 billion passengers to become the world’s most successful regional jet program – linking people and communities like no other. The CRJ Series regional jets have revolutionized aviation with their proven efficiency, reliability and profitability.

The CRJ Series regional jets share commonality benefits that provide flexibility to operators and allow them to optimize their fleets to meet specific market demands. No other regional aircraft deliver this capability. Optimized for medium-haul regional routes, these aircraft can provide up to 10 per cent cash operating cost advantage over competing jets.

Since its launch, the CRJ Series family of regional jets has stimulated the regional jet market. In North America alone, it accounts for over 18 per cent of all jet departures. Globally, the family operates 194,800 flights per month.

About Chorus
Headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Chorus Aviation Inc. (‘Chorus’) was incorporated on September 27, 2010. Chorus’ vision is to deliver regional aviation to the world. Chorus has been leasing its owned regional aircraft into Jazz’s Air Canada Express operation since 2011 and has established Chorus Aviation Capital Corp. to become a leading, global provider of regional aircraft leases. Chorus also owns Jazz Aviation LP and Voyageur Aviation Corp. – companies that have long histories of safe and solid operations that deliver excellent customer service in the areas of contract flying operations, engineering, fleet management, and maintenance, repair and overhaul. Together, the Chorus group of companies can provide a full suite of regional aviation support services. Chorus Class A Variable Voting Shares and Class B Voting Shares trade on the TSX under the trading symbol ‘CHR’.

For more information, visit www.chorusaviation.ca

About Jazz
Jazz Aviation LP (‘Jazz’) has a strong history in Canadian aviation with its roots going back to the 1930s. As the largest regional carrier in Canada, Jazz has a proven track record of industry leadership and exceptional customer service and has leveraged that strength to deliver value to all its stakeholders. Jazz operates more flights and flies to more Canadian destinations than any other airline, and has a workforce of approximately 4,600 professionals, highly experienced in the challenging and complex nature of regional operations.

Under a capacity purchase agreement with Air Canada, using the Air Canada Express brand, Jazz provides service to a variety of markets throughout North America.

For more information, visit www.flyjazz.ca

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft, and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

Notes to Editors
An image of the CRJ900 aircraft in the Air Canada Express livery is posted with this press release at www.bombardier.com.

For more information on the CRJ Series aircraft, visit http://news.commercialaircraft.bombardier.com/

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Bombardier, CRJ Series, CRJ900 are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Bombardier vende nueve aviones CRJ900 a Chorus Aviation

Jazz Aviation LP será el primer operador canadiense de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE bajo la marca Air Canada Express

CARIBPR WIRE MONTREAL, Feb. 07, 2019: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy que una subsidiaria de Chorus Aviation Inc. (“Chorus Aviation”) concretó un acuerdo de compra de nueve aviones CRJ900. Estos aviones serán operados por Jazz Aviation LP, una subsidiaria de Chorus Aviation, bajo la marca Air Canada Express, lo que los convierte en el primer operador canadiense de la nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE para aviones regionales CRJ Series.

Con base en el precio de lista de los aviones CRJ900, el pedido está valuado en aproximadamente 437 millones de dólares estadounidenses.

“Nos complace que Chorus y Jazz hayan elegido los productos de Bombardier para el crecimiento y la renovación de su flota. Esto reafirma su confianza en el valor que CRJ Series proporciona a las aerolíneas”, afirmó Fred Cromer, presidente de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “El avión CRJ900 es ideal para mercados en crecimiento y es reconocido por su rendimiento superior, economía y comodidad para el pasajero”.

“La incorporación de estos nuevos aviones CRJ900 es parte de la modernización continua de la flota de Jazz”, mencionó Joseph Randell, presidente y director ejecutivo de Chorus. “Estas aeronaves ofrecen costos operativos unitarios que se encuentran entre los más bajos respecto de cualquier aeronave regional, lo que nos permite competir de manera más efectiva y también abordar la cambiante demanda del mercado”.

Jazz, bajo la marca Air Canada Express, operará el CRJ900 en una configuración de cabina de dos clases con 76 asientos. La aerolínea espera recibir su primer avión con las últimas mejoras de los aviones regionales CRJ Series —la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE— durante el primer semestre de 2020.

Acerca de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE
La nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE establece nuevos estándares para la experiencia de los pasajeros en el segmento de la aviación regional. Las características clave del nuevo interior incluyen mayor espacio para los pasajeros, capacidad de llevar bolsos con ruedas, un lavabo más espacioso y mayores opciones de conectividad de la cabina, todo integrado en un diseño contemporáneo y con opciones de materiales. De hecho, el diseño de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE permite a los pasajeros transportar y guardar una maleta con ruedas “de gran tamaño” dentro de los compartimentos de la cabina de la aeronave y esto minimiza la necesidad de revisar las maletas en el mostrador o la puerta. Para obtener más información, visite DiscoverAtmosphere.com

Acerca de los aviones CRJ Series
Cada 5 segundos, un avión regional CRJ Series despega o aterriza en algún lugar del mundo. La familia de aviones CRJ Series ha transportado a más de 2000 millones de pasajeros, lo que lo convierte en el programa de aviones regionales más exitoso del mundo, que une a personas y comunidades como ningún otro. Los aviones regionales CRJ Series han revolucionado la aviación con su eficacia, confiabilidad y rentabilidad comprobadas.

Los aviones regionales CRJ Series tienen beneficios comunes que proporcionan flexibilidad a los operadores y les permiten optimizar sus flotas para satisfacer las demandas específicas del mercado. Ningún otro avión regional ofrece esta capacidad. Optimizadas para rutas regionales de distancias medias, estas aeronaves pueden proporcionar hasta un 10 % de ventaja en costos de operación en efectivo respecto de los aviones de la competencia.

Desde su lanzamiento, la familia de aviones regionales CRJ Series ha impulsado el mercado de este tipo de aeronaves. Solo en Norteamérica, representa más del 18 % de todos los viajes en este medio de transporte. A nivel mundial, la familia opera 194 800 vuelos por mes.

Acerca de Chorus
Con sede en Halifax, Nueva Escocia, Chorus Aviation Inc. (‘Chorus’) se constituyó el 27 de septiembre de 2010. La visión de Chorus es prestar servicios de aviación regional al mundo. Chorus arrienda aviones regionales de su propiedad a la operación Air Canada Express de Jazz desde 2011 y ha establecido a Chorus Aviation Capital Corp. como un proveedor global líder de arrendamientos de aviones regionales. Chorus también es propietaria de Jazz Aviation LP y Voyageur Aviation Corp., compañías que tienen una larga trayectoria de operaciones seguras y sólidas que brindan un excelente servicio al cliente en las áreas de operaciones de vuelo por contrato, ingeniería, gestión de flotas y mantenimiento, reparación y reacondicionamiento. Juntos, el grupo de compañías Chorus puede proporcionar una gama completa de servicios de apoyo a la aviación regional. Las acciones de voto variable de clase A y de voto de Clase B de Chorus se comercializan en TSX con el símbolo CHR.

Para obtener más información, visite www.chorusaviation.ca.

Acerca de Jazz
Jazz Aviation LP (‘Jazz’) tiene una sólida trayectoria en la aviación canadiense con sus raíces que se remontan a la década de 1930. Como la aerolínea regional más grande de Canadá, Jazz tiene un historial comprobado de liderazgo en la industria y un servicio al cliente excepcional, y ha aprovechado esa solidez para entregar valor a todos sus accionistas. Jazz opera más vuelos y vuela a más destinos canadienses que cualquier otra aerolínea, y cuenta con una fuerza laboral de aproximadamente 4600 profesionales, altamente experimentados en la desafiante y compleja naturaleza de las operaciones regionales.

Bajo un acuerdo de compra de capacidad con Air Canada, bajo la marca Air Canada Express, Jazz presta servicios a diversos mercados de Norteamérica.

Para obtener más información, visite www.flyjazz.ca.

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69 500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder global de la industria del transporte en la creación de aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios ofrecen experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene plantas de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de transporte, aeronaves ejecutivas, aeronaves comerciales y aeroestructuras, y servicios de ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD).En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos por 16 200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Consulte las noticias e información disponibles en bombardier.com o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

Notas para los editores:
Junto con este comunicado de prensa se publica una imagen de un avión CRJ900 con la librea de Air Canada Express en www.bombardier.com.

Para obtener más información sobre los aviones CRJ Series, visite http://news.commercialaircraft.bombardier.com/

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Bombardier Launches New Innovative 50-Seater Aircraft

  • The CRJ550 is a new aircraft type based on the CRJ700 platform, within Bombardier’s successful CRJ family
  • This aircraft model is the first triple-class 50-seat aircraft in the world

CaribPR Wire, MONTRÉAL, Feb. 06, 2019: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft is pleased to officially launch the new CRJ550 aircraft, the first triple-class 50-seat aircraft in the world designed to meet the expectations of today’s passengers. The CRJ550 is a new CRJ Series aircraft model, with a new type certificate based on the CRJ700. United Airlines is the launch customer of this new model.

“The new CRJ550 model is the only solution in North America that can replace the existing fleet of ageing 50-seaters, a market of over 700 aircraft, said Fred Cromer, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. It offers improved passenger experience with ample on-board storage for carry-on bags and more passenger living space. This is one more example of how we are focusing on creating value for our customers and a very important endorsement from United in regards to the CRJ platform.”

The CRJ550 will feature a self-serve beverage and snack station and more overall legroom per seat than any other 50-seat aircraft flown by any U.S. carrier, in addition to all the benefits for which the CRJ Series aircraft are known.

With the CRJ550, the CRJ Series is the only family of regional aircraft that can offer 3-class cabin across all-market segments, while meeting the current operational requirements. One of the key benefits for the US operators will be to leverage the cockpit commonality from the CRJ200 to the CRJ900. The CRJ550 will also delight operators by delivering a 99.5 per cent proven dispatch reliability, the elimination of gate check bags, and providing connectivity.

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

Notes to Editors
Images of CRJ550 aircraft in the Bombardier livery are posted with this press release at www.bombardier.com.

For more information on the CRJ Series aircraft, visit http://news.commercialaircraft.bombardier.com/

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Bombardier, CRJ Series, CRJ550 are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Bombardier lanza un nuevo e innovador avión de 50 plazas

  • El CRJ550 es un nuevo tipo de avión basado en la plataforma CRJ700, perteneciente a la exitosa familia CRJ de Bombardier
  • Este modelo de avión es el primer avión de 50 asientos de tres clases en el mundo

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Feb. 07, 2019:  Bombardier Commercial Aircraft se complace en lanzar oficialmente el nuevo avión CRJ550, el primer avión de 50 asientos de tres clases en el mundo, diseñado para satisfacer las expectativas de los pasajeros de hoy. El CRJ550 es un nuevo modelo de avión CRJ Series con un nuevo certificado tipo basado en el CRJ700. United Airlines es el cliente a cargo del lanzamiento de este nuevo modelo.

“El nuevo modelo CRJ550 es la única solución en Norteamérica que puede reemplazar la antigua flota existente de 50 plazas, un mercado de más de 700 aeronaves”, comentó Fred Cromer, presidente de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Ofrece una experiencia mejorada para los pasajeros con un amplio espacio de guardado a bordo para bolsos de mano, y más espacio destinado a la comodidad del pasajero. Este es un ejemplo más de cómo nos estamos enfocando en crear valor para nuestros clientes y un aval muy importante de United a la plataforma CRJ”.

El CRJ550 contará con una estación de autoservicio de bebidas y refrigerios y más espacio para las piernas por asiento que cualquier otro avión de 50 plazas de aerolíneas estadounidenses; además de todos los beneficios por los que los aviones CRJ Series son conocidos.

Con el CRJ550, CRJ Series es la única familia de aviones regionales que ofrece cabina de 3 clases en todos los segmentos del mercado, a la vez que cumple con los requisitos operacionales actuales. Uno de los beneficios clave para los operadores de los EE. UU. será aprovechar las características comunes de la cabina del CRJ200 al CRJ900. El CRJ550 también será del agrado de los operadores al ofrecer una puntualidad de vuelo comprobada del 99,5 %, la eliminación del control de equipaje en las puertas y conectividad.

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69 500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder global de la industria del transporte en la creación de aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios ofrecen experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene plantas de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de transporte, aeronaves ejecutivas, aeronaves comerciales y aeroestructuras, y servicios de ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD).En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos por 16 200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Consulte las noticias e información disponibles en bombardier.com o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

Notas para los editores:
Junto con este comunicado de prensa se publican imágenes de un avión CRJ550 con la librea de Bombardier en www.bombardier.com.

Para obtener más información sobre los aviones CRJ Series, visite http://news.commercialaircraft.bombardier.com/

Siga @BBD_Aircraft en Twitter para recibir las últimas noticias y actualizaciones de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.

Para recibir nuestros comunicados de prensa, visite la sección RSS Feed del sitio web de Bombardier.

Bombardier, CRJ Series y CRJ550 son marcas comerciales de Bombardier Inc. o sus subsidiarias.

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Successful Presence of NexusTours in Cancun Travel Mart

CaribPR Wire, CANCUN, Mexico, Oct. 19, 2018: On Monday, October 8, the Cancun Travel Mart began its 31st edition, inside the Convention Center on the Hotel Zone.

NexusTours took the opportunity to present its wide portfolio of over 4000 products and services in 15 countries with 48 destinations, and strengthen its regional leadership as a B2B distributor with DMC heart, which during 2018 gave attention to more than 2.3 million travelers and through their high standard of quality achieved a high degree of satisfaction.

The trade show allowed last negotiations for the winter season and redefined strategies according to the latest trends, such as the arrival of 19 million 189 thousand 289 passengers at the international airport in Cancun so far this year 2018, according to figures from the Secretary of Tourism of the State.

The meeting was attended by Roberto Bermudez Senior Corporate Director of Distribution & Product and his NexusGlobal team focused on the markets of Latin America, USA & Canada; Juan Derudi Commercial Director Central & LATAM, Javier Vidal Commercial Director USA & Canada and Leticia Gutierrez Corporate Director Tourdesk & Watersports who managed the busy schedule with clients and suppliers with the aim of strengthening relationships and consolidating regional leadership.

ABOUT NEXUSTOURS

We are the leading Destination Management Company in the region, with a presence in more than 15 countries and more than 47 destinations in the Caribbean and Latin America, transporting more than 2 million passengers per year. We are part of Sunwing Travel Group and, backed by more than 20 years of experience, we have a modern fleet of own vehicles for transfers and excursion operations. We offer the most complete service program in destination, both in airports and through our Tour Desk and Hospitality Desk in hotels. Excellence in assistance and service are our greatest commitment; so we offer the most modern customer service channels 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through our Contact Center, website, Chat-On-Line service, and our App Connect2Nexus, in which, travelers find all the necessary information and allow them to communicate for free with our team of professionals.

In addition to the tour operators of our group, such as Sunwing Vacations, Signature Vacations and Vacation Express, we are honored to have the confidence of more than 500 first-class Tour Operators, leaders in their markets in Latin America, Mexico and Europe, among them, TUI Travel Group.

For more general information visit www.nexustours.com/corporate

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Exitosa Presencia de NexusTours en el Cancun Travel Mart

CaribPR Wire, CANCUN, Mexico, Oct. 19, 2018: El día lunes 8 de octubre inició el Cancún Travel Mart en su edición número 31, dentro del Centro de Convenciones en  Zona Hotelera.

NexusTours aprovechó la importante ocasión para presentar su amplio portafolio de más de 4000 productos y servicios en 15 países con 48 destinos, y fortalecer su liderazgo regional como distribuidor B2B con corazón DMC, que durante 2018 dio atención a más de 2.3 millones de viajeros y gracias al elevado estándar de calidad se alcanzó un alto grado de satisfacción.

La feria permitió últimas negociaciones para la temporada de invierno y redefinir estrategias de acuerdo a las últimas tendencias, como la llegada de 19 millones 189 mil 289 pasajeros al aeropuerto internacional de Cancún en lo que va de este año 2018, de acuerdo a cifras de la Secretaría de Turismo del Estado.

Al encuentro asistieron Roberto Bermudez Senior Corporate Director de Distribution & Product y su equipo de NexusGlobal enfocado en los mercados de Latinoamérica, USA & Canadá; Juan Derudi Comercial Director Central & LATAM, Javier Vidal Comercial Director USA & Canada  y Leticia Gutierrez Corporate Director Tourdesk & Watersports que gestionaron la apretada agenda con clientes y proveedores con el objetivo de fortalecer relaciones y consolidar liderazgo regional.

ACERCA DE NEXUSTOURS

Somos el Destination Management Company líder en la región, con presencia en más de 15 países y más de 47 destinos en el Caribe y América Latina, transportando a más de 2 millones de pasajeros al año. Formamos parte de Sunwing Travel Group y, respaldados por más de 20 años de experiencia, contamos con una moderna flota de vehículos propios para traslados y operación de excursiones. Brindamos el más completo programa de servicios en destino, tanto en aeropuertos como a través de nuestros Tour Desk y Hospitality Desk en los hoteles. La excelencia en la asistencia y el servicio son nuestro mayor compromiso; por lo que ofrecemos los más modernos canales de atención al cliente 24 horas al día, los 365 días del año, a través nuestro Contact Center, sitio web, servicio de Chat-On-Line, y de nuestra App Connect2Nexus, en la cual, los viajeros encuentran toda la información necesaria y les permite comunicarse de manera gratuita con nuestro equipo de profesionales.

Además de los turoperadores de nuestro grupo, como Sunwing Vacations, Signature Vacations y Vacation Express, tenemos el honor de contar con la confianza de más de 500 Tour Operadores de primera línea, líderes en sus mercados de Latinoamérica, México y Europa, entre ellos, TUI Travel Group.

Para obtener información más general, visite www.nexustours.com/corporate

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Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico Will Operate the Norman Manley Airport in 2019

KINGSTON, Jamaica, Oct. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The most honorable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica hosted the Norman Manley International Airport Public-Private Partnership Execution of the Concession Agreement to Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico (GAP).

The Jamaican authorities, including the Prime Minister, Andrew Holness; during the execution of the concession agreement with the GAP's CEO, Raul Revuelta Musalem

GAP is a Mexican corporation that operates thirteen international airports in large metropolitan areas, industrial centers, and world-class leisure destinations of Mexico and Jamaica. In the last 18 years, the Group has invested over $1.2 billion US Dollars in the airports, positioning itself as one of the fastest growing airport groups of its size in the world. During 2017, the airports of the Group managed 40.7 million of passengers.

In April 2015, Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico assumed operational control of Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, investing over 191 million US Dollars to acquire a 74.5% stake in this airport. This was the largest investment of the Group outside Mexico.

GAP has developed a culture committed to customer service. One of the main objectives of the Group once it takes control of the operations of the Norman Manley International Airport next year, will be to improve the infrastructure and equipment to fulfill passengers’ needs.

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico, manages airports based on establishing strong partnerships with the airport owner, the passengers, the airlines, business developers, members in the air transportation industry and notably, with the local authorities.

“We will collaborate with the government of Jamaica in identifying tourism development opportunities and possible investors from Mexico; as well as explore potential growth for new resorts, tourism facilities and time-share business in parts of the country where the connectivity provided by the airport could be a catalyst”, mentioned Raul Revuelta, Chief Executive Officer of the Group during the ceremony in which participated Hon. Robert Montague, Minister of Transport & Mining.

Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico, S.A.B. de C.V. (GAP) is a Mexican company that operates 13 international airports in the Pacific and Central Regions of Mexico and in the Caribbean:

  • Guadalajara and Tijuana, serving the main metropolitan areas.
  • Mexicali, Hermosillo, Los Mochis, Aguascalientes, Guanajuato and Morelia, serving mid-sized and developing cities.
  • La Paz, Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo and Montego Bay, serving some of the leading tourist destinations.

In Mexico, the airports are owned by the Mexican government and were assigned 50-year concessions as part of a national initiative to privatize and improve the quality and safety of the country’s airport services. In the last 18 years, GAP has invested over $1.2 billion USD in the airports. During 2017, the airports of the Group managed 40.7 million passengers.

In April 2015, GAP assumed operational control of the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay.

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Sunwing Travel Group and Rex Resorts announce strategic alliance

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Oct. 02, 2018: Sunwing Travel Group announced today that the Group’s hotel division would begin operating six of Rex Resorts’ Caribbean hotels as part of a newly formed strategic alliance, effective December 01, 2018. As part of this landmark agreement, Sunwing’s growing hotel division plans to make significant improvements to each of the resorts over the coming years.

“We are excited to be entering into this partnership which reflects our commitment to the CARICOM countries of the Lesser Antilles.” said Stephen Hunter, President & CEO of Sunwing Travel Group. He added, “We look forward to increasing tourism in Grenada, Tobago and Barbados as we have recently done in St. Lucia and Antigua.”

Alison Palin of Rex Resorts also welcomed the news, “This strategic alliance will enable us to rejuvenate and further enhance these popular resorts which are all situated in prime beach locations. Leveraging Sunwing’s distribution and scale will allow us to boost our occupancy and tighten our operational costs and ultimately position these properties to provide even more value to our guests. We look forward to the continued support of our valued employees, local suppliers and tour operators as we finalize this exciting and transformational agreement.”

The six Rex Resorts will be absorbed within two of the hotel division’s brands: the new luxury boutique hotel collection, Mystique Resorts and the popular mid-market chain, Starfish Resorts. Mystique Royal St. Lucia will be the second addition to the Mystique Resorts brand, with the first opening later this month in Holbox, Mexico. The Starfish Resorts brand will see five new additions: Starfish Discovery Bay Resort, Barbados; Starfish Halcyon Cove Resort, Antigua; Starfish St. Lucia Resort, St. Lucia; Starfish Grenada Resort, Grenada and Starfish Tobago Resort, Tobago.

For the latest news and more information, visit www.sunwingtravelgroup.com

About Sunwing Travel Group

The largest integrated travel company in North America, Sunwing Travel Group is comprised of two leading leisure tour operators, Sunwing Vacations and Vacation Express; Sunwing Airlines, Canada’s premier leisure airline; SunwingJets, a luxury private jet charter service; together with the Group’s own travel retail businesses, SellOffVacations.com and Luxe Destination Weddings. Blue Diamond Resorts is the Group’s hotel division, an innovative organization that operates popular resort brands including Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts, Royalton Luxury Resorts, CHIC by Royalton Luxury Resorts, Memories Resorts & Spa, Starfish Resorts and Mystique Resorts across the Caribbean and Mexico; while NexusTours is a full-service destination management company offering affordably priced and reliable ground transportation, popular tours and excursions, as well as other travel management services.

Sunwing Travel Group y Rex Resorts anuncian una alianza estratégica

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Oct. 03, 2018:Sunwing Travel Group anunció hoy que, a partir del 1.° de diciembre de 2018, la división de hoteles del Grupo comenzará a operar seis de los hoteles de Rex Resorts en el Caribe como parte de una alianza estratégica recientemente formada. En el marco de este acuerdo sin precedentes, la creciente división de hoteles de Sunwing planea realizar mejoras significativas en cada uno de los complejos turísticos en los próximos años.

“Nos entusiasma participar en esta asociación que refleja nuestro compromiso con los países de la Comunidad del Caribe (Caribbean Community, CARICOM) de las Antillas Menores”, mencionó Stephen Hunter, presidente y director ejecutivo de Sunwing Travel Group. “Esperamos aumentar el turismo en Granada, Tobago y Barbados como lo hemos hecho recientemente en Santa Lucía y Antigua”, agregó.

Alison Palin, de Rex Resorts, también recibió con agrado la noticia: “Esta alianza estratégica nos permitirá rejuvenecer y mejorar aún más estos populares complejos turísticos, todos ubicados en playas privilegiadas. Aprovechar la distribución y escala de Sunwing nos permitirá aumentar nuestra ocupación y ajustar nuestros costos operativos y, en última instancia, posicionar estas propiedades para brindar aún más valor a nuestros huéspedes. Esperamos contar con el apoyo continuo de nuestros valiosos empleados, proveedores locales y operadores turísticos mientras finalizamos este emocionante y transformador acuerdo”.

Los seis Rex Resorts se absorberán en dos de las marcas de la división de hoteles: la nueva colección de hoteles boutique de lujo, Mystique Resorts, y la popular cadena de mercado medio (mid-market), Starfish Resorts. Mystique Royal St. Lucia será la segunda incorporación a la marca Mystique Resorts, que se inaugurará posteriormente este mes en Holbox, México. La marca Starfish Resorts tendrá cinco nuevas incorporaciones: Starfish Discovery Bay Resort en Barbados; Starfish Halcyon Cove Resort en Antigua; Starfish St. Lucia Resort en Santa Lucía; Starfish Grenada Resort en Granada y Starfish Tobago Resort en Tobago.

Para obtener las últimas noticias y más información, visite www.sunwingtravelgroup.com

Acerca de Sunwing Travel Group
La compañía integrada de viajes más grande de América del Norte, Sunwing Travel Group, está compuesta por dos operadores turísticos de viajes de ocio líderes, Sunwing Vacations y Vacation Express; Sunwing Airlines, la principal aerolínea de viajes de ocio de Canadá; SunwingJets, un lujoso servicio de vuelos privados, junto con los negocios minoristas de viajes propios del Grupo, SellOffVacations.com y Luxe Destination Weddings. Blue Diamond Resorts es la división de hoteles del Grupo, una organización innovadora que opera marcas populares de complejos turísticos, incluidos Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts, Royalton Luxury Resorts, CHIC by Royalton Luxury Resorts, Memories Resorts & Spa, Starfish Resorts y Mystique Resorts en todo el Caribe y México; mientras que NexusTours es una compañía de gestión de destino de servicio completo que ofrece transporte terrestre, excursiones y visitas populares, así como otros servicios de gestión de viajes confiables a precios razonables.

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Bombardier CRJ Series Certified for Higher Maintenance Intervals

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Sept. 24, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) has granted approval for the maintenance intervals escalation of the CRJ700, CRJ900 and CRJ1000 aircraft. The line maintenance interval (A-check) is extended to 800 flight hours, and the heavy maintenance interval (C-check) at 8,000 flight hours.

“With the longest maintenance intervals on the regional jet market, the CRJ aircraft family continues to deliver more value to operators, along with its excellent reliability and its proven outstanding operational capability”, said Charles Comtois, Head of CRJ Series Program, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “We are thrilled that our operators are benefitting from our continuous improvement mindset as with this evolution, the CRJ Series operators can now take advantage of 14 per cent less maintenance days, meaning more days of revenue flying.”

The maintenance intervals have doubled since the launch of the CRJ aircraft family. The new maintenance intervals are applicable for new production deliveries as well as all CRJ700, CRJ900, and CRJ1000 aircraft in service.

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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Bombardier CRJ Series obtiene certificación para intervalos de mantenimiento más largos

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Sept. 25, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy que la Agencia Federal de Aviación (Federal Aviation Agency, FAA) ha otorgado la aprobación para extender los intervalos de mantenimiento de los aviones CRJ700, CRJ900 y CRJ1000. El intervalo de mantenimiento de línea (verificación A) se extiende a 800 horas de vuelo y el intervalo de mantenimiento pesado (verificación C) a 8000 horas de vuelo.

“Con los intervalos de mantenimiento más largos en el mercado de los aviones regionales, la familia de aviones CRJ continúa entregando más valor a los operadores, junto con su excelente confiabilidad y su destacada capacidad operativa comprobada”, comentó Charles Comtois, jefe del Programa de CRJ Series de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Estamos encantados de que nuestros operadores se beneficien a partir de nuestra mentalidad de mejora continua, ya que, con esta evolución, los operadores de CRJ Series ahora pueden aprovechar un 14 % menos de días de mantenimiento, lo que significa más días volando para generar ingresos”.

Los intervalos de mantenimiento se han duplicado desde el lanzamiento de la familia de aviones CRJ. Los nuevos intervalos de mantenimiento corresponden a las nuevas entregas de producción, y a todos los aviones CRJ700, CRJ900 y CRJ1000 en servicio.

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69 500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder global de la industria del transporte en la creación de aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios ofrecen experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene plantas de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de transporte, aeronaves ejecutivas, aeronaves comerciales y aeroestructuras, y servicios de ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos por 16 200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Noticias e información disponibles en bombardier.com, o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

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Bombardier Delivers First 90-seat Q400 Aircraft to SpiceJet

  • SpiceJet becomes the first airline to take advantage of the Q400 aircraft’s increased profit potential

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft today announced the delivery of its first 90-seat Q400 aircraft. The aircraft was handed over to India’s SpiceJet Limited (“SpiceJet”) the launch operator for the extra-capacity, 90-seat aircraft.

“We are excited to induct the 90-seat Q400 aircraft into our fleet,” said Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet. “The additional seats and performance improvements will result in substantial reduction in unit costs and also we will enable us to address our market needs in the regional space.”

“The delivery of the first 90-seat Q400 aircraft showcases the commitment of Bombardier’s Q Series turboprop program to respond to customer requirements as they address traffic growth in regional markets,” said Todd Young, Head of the Q Series Aircraft Program, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.
“I thank and congratulate the employees and suppliers who have worked tirelessly to deliver this most recent enhancement to the Q400 aircraft, and I also thank our customer, SpiceJet for its strong support and collaboration in this continuous improvement program.”

“This is a very important milestone for the Q400 aircraft program because the 90-seat option demonstrates the increased profitability potential that this unique turboprop has to offer,” said
Colin Bole, Senior Vice President, Commercial, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “The increased passenger capacity allows 15 per cent reduction of seat cost compared to the previous standard Q400 aircraft and provides an enormous benefit for airlines. We are thrilled that SpiceJet will be the first operator to showcase the unique capabilities and unbeatable productivity of our turboprops.”

About SpiceJet Ltd
SpiceJet is India’s favourite airline that has made flying affordable for more Indians than ever before. SpiceJet operates 412 average daily flights to 54 destinations, including 47 domestic and 7 international ones. The airline connects its network with a fleet of 36 Boeing 737NG and 22 Bombardier Q400 aircraft. The majority of the airline’s fleet offers SpiceMax, the most spacious economy class seating in India.

SpiceJet also operates a dedicated air cargo service under the brand name SpiceXpress offering safe, on-time, efficient and seamless cargo connectivity across India and on international routes. SpiceJet is the first Indian airline to offer end-to-end cargo services and the airline’s freighters fleet consist of Boeing 737 aircraft.

SpiceJet’s standing as the country’s favourite airline has been further reinforced by the multiple awards and recognitions which includes the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Award to Ajay Singh, , Global ‘Low-Cost Leadership Award’ conferred to Mr Singh at the Airline Strategy Awards 2018 in London, ‘BML Munjal Awards 2018’ for ‘Business Excellence through Learning and Development’, ‘Best Domestic Airline’ Award at Wings India 2018, ‘EY Entrepreneur of the year 2017 for Business Transformation’ by Ernst & Young, The CAPA Chairman’s Order of Merit for fastest turnaround in FY 2016, ‘Asia’s Greatest Brands – 2016′, ‘Global Asian of the Year Award’  & ‘Asia’s  Greatest CFO 2016′ at the AsiaOne Awards held in Singapore, ‘World Travel Leaders Award’ at WTM London, ‘Best Check- in Initiative’ award by Future Travel Experience global awards in Las Vegas, ‘Best Domestic Airline’ award at the 10th ASSOCHAM International Conference & Awards (Civil Aviation & Tourism).

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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Bombardier entrega la primera aeronave Q400 de 90 plazas a SpiceJet

  • SpiceJet se convierte en la primera aerolínea en beneficiarse del aumento del potencial de ganancias de la aeronave Q400.

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft ha anunciado hoy la entrega de su primera aeronave Q400 de 90 plazas. La aeronave se ha entregado a la compañía india SpiceJet Limited (”SpiceJet”), el operador de lanzamientos para la aeronave con capacidad extra de 90 plazas.

“Estamos emocionados de introducir la aeronave Q400 de 90 plazas a nuestra flota”, afirmaba Ajay Singh, Presidente y Director general de SpiceJet. “Las plazas adicionales y las mejoras de rendimiento tendrán como resultado una reducción sustancial de los costes por unidad y también nos permitirá satisfacer las necesidades de nuestro mercado a nivel regional”.

“La entrega de la primera aeronave Q400 de 90 plazas demuestra el compromiso del programa de turbohélice Q Series de Bombardier para responder los requisitos de los clientes que se dirigen al crecimiento del tráfico en mercados regionales”, afirmó Todd Young, jede del Programa de aeronaves Q Series, de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Agradezco y congratulo a los empleados y proveedores que han trabajado sin descanso para añadir esta mejora más reciente a la aeronave Q400, y también agradezco a nuestro cliente, SpiceJet, por su sólido apoyo y colaboración en este programa de mejora continua”.

“Se trata de un acontecimiento importante para el programa de la aeronave Q400 porque la opción de 90 plazas demuestra su mejora en el aumento de ganancias que su única turbohélice ofrece”, confirmó Colin Bole, Vicepresidente Senior y Comercial de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “El aumento de la capacidad de pasajeros permite una reducción del 15% en el coste de los asientos en comparación con la anterior aeronave Q400 estándar y ofrece un beneficio enorme para las aerolíneas. Estamos encantados con que SpiceJet sea el primer operador que demuestra las capacidades únicas y la imbatible productividad de nuestras turbohélices”.

Acerca de SpiceJet Ltd
SpiceJet es la aerolínea india favorita que ha hecho que volar sea asequible para más indios que nunca. SpiceJet opera 412 vuelos diarios de media a 54 destinos, incluidos 47 nacionales y 7 internacionales. La aerolínea conecta su red con una flota de 36 Boeing 737NG y 22 Bombardier Q400. La mayoría de la flota de la aerolínea ofrece SpiceMax, los asientos de clase económica más espaciosos en la India.

SpiceJet también opera un servicio especializado de mercancía aérea bajo la marca SpiceXpress que ofrece conexión de mercancía segura, puntual, eficiente y sin problemas en toda India y en rutas internacionales. SpiceJet es la primera aerolínea india en ofrecer servicios integrales de mercancía y la flota de aviones de mercancía de la aerolínea consiste en aeronaves Boeing 737.

La posición de SpiceJet como la aerolínea favorita del país se ha reforzado con múltiples premios y reconocimientos, incluidos el US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Award a Ajay Singh, , el Global ‘Low-Cost Leadership Award’ otorgado al Sr. Singh en los Airline Strategy Awards 2018 en Londres, el ‘BML Munjal Awards 2018’ en ‘Business Excellence through Learning and Development’, el premio ‘Best Domestic Airline’ en Wings India 2018, el ‘EY Entrepreneur of the year 2017 for Business Transformation’ de Ernst & Young, el CAPA Chairman’s Order of Merit for fastest turnaround en FY 2016, el ‘Asia’s Greatest Brands – 2016′, el ‘Global Asian of the Year Award’  & ‘Asia’s  Greatest CFO 2016′ en los AsiaOne Awards en Singapur, el ‘World Travel Leaders Award’ en WTM London, el premio ‘Best Check- in Initiative’ de Future Travel Experience global awards en Las Vegas, el galardón ‘Best Domestic Airline’ en la 10th ASSOCHAM International Conference & Awards (Civil Aviation & Tourism).

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69500 empleados en cuatro sectores de negocio, Bombardier es líder global en la industria de transporte, creando aviones y trenes innovadores y avanzados. Nuestros productos y servicios proporcionan experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en la comodidad de pasajeros, eficiencia energética, fiabilidad y seguridad.

Con su oficina central ubicada en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene sedes de producción e ingeniería en 28 países a través de los sectores del transporte, aeronaves de negocios, aeronaves comerciales y servicios  de aeroestructuras y de ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD), Durante el ejercicio fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró beneficios de 16200 millones de USD. Podrá consultar más noticias e información en bombardier.com o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

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Biman Signs Order for Three New Bombardier Q400 Aircraft

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Canada Sept. 10, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. has ordered three new Q400 turboprops by signing a purchase agreement with the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC).

Based on the list price of the Q400 aircraft, the firm order is valued at approximately US$106 million.

“We are very pleased that Biman is expanding its Q400 fleet with this order for three new aircraft,” said François Cognard, VP, Sales, Asia Pacific. “The Q400’s greater seating and cargo capacity really set it apart from the competition. Furthermore, the Q400’s mix of turboprop economics and jet like performance were the best match for Biman’s mix of short and long-range routes. Operators coming back for more Q400 aircraft really validates the benefits of the aircraft’s unique characteristics.”

“We are very excited about adding these Q400s to our fleet. We currently operate two Q400s and without hesitation, we can say that these aircraft are ideal for our domestic and regional operations,” said Mr. A M Mosaddique Ahmed, Managing Director and CEO, Biman Bangladesh Airlines. With its outstanding economics, comfort and operational flexibility, the Q400 will allow us to offer high frequency services within Bangladesh and neighboring countries.”

“We are extremely pleased to be supporting Bombardier in selling their Q400 aircraft to Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd.,” said Ian McLeod, Vice-President of Business Development and Sales for the Canadian Commercial Corporation. “Canada and Bangladesh enjoy strong bi-lateral ties through trade and investment, development cooperation, and people-to-people links. Increasing the capacity of the national carrier supports these efforts and the economic growth of the country; improving their lives of Bangladeshis by increasing their access to domestic and international destinations.”

About Biman
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the National Flag Carrier airline of Bangladesh. Its main hub is at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka and it also operates flights from its secondary hubs at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chittagong and Osmani International Airport in Sylhet. The airline provides international passenger and cargo services to Asia and Europe, as well as all domestic routes inside Bangladesh. Biman currently flies to 15 international and seven domestic routes.

About the Canadian Commercial Corporation
The Canadian Commercial Corporaiton (CCC) is the Government of Canada’s international government-to-government contracting organization. A Canadian Crown corporation, CCC helps Canadian exporters sell goods and services to foreign governments around the world using a government-to-government contract mechanism. In 2017-18, the Canadian Commercial Corporation was active in 78 countries around the world, working with 182 Canadian companies, to sign export contracts worth over $1.3 billion.

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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Biman firma un pedido de tres nuevos aviones Bombardier Q400

CaribPR Wire, TORONTO, Canada, Sept. 11, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy que Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd. ha ordenado tres nuevos turbohélice Q400 mediante la firma de un acuerdo de compraventa con la Corporación Comercial Canadiense (CCC).

Según el precio de lista del avión Q400, el pedido en firme está valorado en aproximadamente 106 millones de USD.

«Estamos muy contentos de que Biman esté ampliando su flota de Q400 con este pedido de tres nuevos aviones», dijo François Cognard, vicepresidente de ventas para Asia Pacífico. «La mayor capacidad de asientos y carga del Q400 realmente lo distingue de la competencia. Además, la combinación de economía de la turbohélice y el rendimiento tipo jet del Q400 fueron la mejor opción para la combinación de rutas de corto y largo alcance de Biman. El hecho de que los operadores vuelvan para obtener más aviones Q400 realmente validan los beneficios de las características únicas de la aeronave».

«Estamos muy entusiasmados con la adición de estos Q400 a nuestra flota. Actualmente operamos dos Q400 y sin dudarlo, podemos decir que estos aviones son ideales para nuestras operaciones nacionales y regionales», dijo el Sr. A M Mosaddique Ahmed, Director General y CEO de Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Con su excelente economía, comodidad y flexibilidad operativa, el Q400 nos permitirá ofrecer servicios de alta frecuencia dentro de Bangladesh y los países vecinos».

«Estamos muy contentos de apoyar a Bombardier en la venta a Biman Bangladesh Airlines Ltd de sus aviones Q400»., dijo Ian McLeod, Vicepresidente de Desarrollo Comercial y Ventas de la Corporación Comercial Canadiense. «Canadá y Bangladesh disfrutan de fuertes lazos bilaterales a través del comercio y la inversión, la cooperación para el desarrollo y los vínculos persona a persona. El aumento de la capacidad del transporte nacional respalda estos esfuerzos y el crecimiento económico del país; mejorando las vidas de los bangladeshíes al aumentar su acceso a destinos nacionales e internacionales».

Acerca de Biman
Biman Bangladesh Airlines es la aerolínea nacional de Bangladesh. Su centro principal se encuentra en el Aeropuerto Internacional Hazrat Shahjalal en Dhaka y también opera vuelos desde sus centros secundarios en el Aeropuerto Internacional Shah Amanat en Chittagong y en el Aeropuerto Internacional Osmani en Sylhet. La aerolínea proporciona servicios internacionales de pasajeros y carga a Asia y Europa, así como a todas las rutas nacionales dentro de Bangladesh. Biman actualmente vuela a 15 rutas internacionales y siete nacionales.

Acerca de la Corporación Comercial Canadiense
La Corporación Comercial Canadiense (CCC) es la organización contratista internacional entre gobiernos del Gobierno de Canadá. Una corporación de la Corona canadiense, la CCC ayuda a los exportadores canadienses a vender bienes y servicios a gobiernos extranjeros de todo el mundo utilizando un mecanismo de contrato de gobierno a gobierno. En 2017-18, la Corporación Comercial Canadiense estuvo presente en 78 países de todo el mundo, trabajando con 182 empresas canadienses, para firmar contratos de exportación por valor de más de 1,3 mil millones de USD.

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69.500 empleados en cuatro sectores comerciales, Bombardier es líder mundial en la industria del transporte, que crea aviones y trenes innovadores y novedosos. Nuestros productos y servicios brindan experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en la comodidad del pasajero, la eficiencia energética, la confiabilidad y la seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene centros de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores del Transporte, la Aeronáutica Comercial, las Aeronaves Comerciales y las Aeroestructuras y los Servicios de Ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que finalizó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos de 16,200 millones de USD. Para obtener más información o novedades, visite bombardier.com, o puede seguirnos en Twitter @Bombardier.

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Bombardier Continues African Market Penetration with Pre-Owned Q400

  • PassionAir becomes first Bombardier operator in Ghana with three Q400 aircraft

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Aug. 13, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that the company successfully placed three pre-owned Q400 turboprops with PassionAir from the Republic of Ghana. The airline acquired the aircraft through a dry-lease with a third party.

“Bombardier has sold about 3,500 new regional aircraft to date, and we continue to be very active on the used aircraft market.” said David Speirs, Vice President, Asset Management, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Our recent momentum on the pre-owned aircraft market worldwide is a clear indication that our products are addressing a growing need for regional air transportation, especially in emerging markets.”

“Our market penetration in Africa continues to intensify, and we are pleased to welcome Passion Air as the first commercial airline operating a Bombardier regional aircraft in the Republic of Ghana,” said Jean-Paul Boutibou, Vice President, Sales, Middle East and Africa, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Africa is the youngest and fastest growing region in the world, and regional aircraft like the Q400 will play a key role in helping advancing Africa’s economic growth.”

The airline will operate the three Q400 aircraft in a 78-seat configuration on domestic routes.

“This is a first step, and we look forward to expanding our fleet with more Bombardier aircraft,” said Edward Annan, Chief Executive Officer, PassionAir. “The Q400 offers the performance and flexibility that we need to further develop our network. With a range that unlocks great opportunities for us, we are confident that we will capitalize on a larger market, which extends to 12 countries and over 180 million potential passengers out of Accra.”

About PassionAir
PassionAir is a Ghanaian owned airline, and aims to become the most competitive Aviation Service Provider in Ghana and West Africa. Our focus is on safety and excellent customer service delivery, depicting the proverbial Ghanaian hospitality. Our product lines range from scheduled to chartered flights offered at internationally accepted standards and competitive prices.

PassionAir as start off, will operate flights domestically, with plans of expanding our services to the West African sub-region in the medium term.

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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Bombardier continúa la penetración en el mercado africano con Q400 de segunda mano

  • PassionAir se convierte en el primer operador de Bombardier en Ghana con tres aviones Q400

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Aug. 14, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy que la compañía colocó con éxito tres turbopropulsores Q400 de segunda mano con PassionAir de la República de Ghana. La aerolínea adquirió el avión a través de un contrato de arrendamiento con un tercero.

“Bombardier ha vendido aproximadamente 3.500 aviones regionales nuevos hasta la fecha, y seguimos siendo muy activos en el mercado de aviones usados”, dijo David Speirs, vicepresidente de Asset Management de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Nuestro impulso reciente en el mercado de aviones usados en todo el mundo es una clara indicación de que nuestros productos satisfacen una creciente necesidad de transporte aéreo regional, especialmente en los mercados emergentes”.

“Nuestra penetración de mercado en África continúa intensificándose, y nos complace dar la bienvenida a Passion Air como la primera aerolínea comercial que opera un avión regional Bombardier en la República de Ghana”, dijo Jean-Paul Boutibou, Vicepresidente de Ventas, Medio Oriente y África, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “África es la región más joven y de más rápido crecimiento en el mundo, y los aviones regionales como el Q400 desempeñarán un papel clave para ayudar a avanzar en el crecimiento económico de África”.

La aerolínea operará los tres aviones Q400 en una configuración de 78 asientos en rutas nacionales.

“Este es un primer paso, y esperamos ampliar nuestra flota con más aviones Bombardier”, dijo Edward Annan, Director ejecutivo de PassionAir. “El Q400 ofrece el rendimiento y la flexibilidad que necesitamos para desarrollar aún más nuestra red. Con un rango que nos abre grandes oportunidades, confiamos en que capitalizaremos en un mercado más grande, que se extiende a 12 países y más de 180 millones de pasajeros potenciales fuera de Accra”.

Acerca de PassionAir

PassionAir es una aerolínea de propiedad ghanesa que aspira a convertirse en el proveedor de servicios de aviación más competitivo de Ghana y África occidental. Nuestro enfoque se centra en la seguridad y la excelente entrega de servicio al cliente, que representa la hospitalidad proverbial de Ghana. Nuestras líneas de productos abarcan desde vuelos programados hasta vuelos de alquiler ofrecidos con estándares internacionalmente aceptados y precios competitivos.

Como punto de partida, PassionAir operará los vuelos a nivel nacional, con planes de ampliar nuestros servicios a la subregión de África occidental en el mediano plazo.

Acerca de Bombardier

Con más de 69.500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder mundial en la industria del transporte, que crea aviones y trenes revolucionarios e innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios brindan experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene sitios de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los segmentos de Transporte, Aeronáutica Comercial, Aeronaves Comerciales así como Aeroestructuras y Servicios de Ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos de $ 16.200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Noticias e información disponibles en bombardier.com o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

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Vero Water® Expands In Caribbean And Latin America With Eco-friendly Solutions Partner, OneLink Global

Leading hotels & resorts in the region have made Vero Water a key feature in their total guest experience, eliminating the waste of millions of plastic-bottles, and significantly reducing their overall carbon footprint.

MIAMI BEACH, Florida, July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – VERO WATER®, a leading provider of luxury still and sparkling water to the hospitality industry, today announced its rapid expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America in partnership with OneLink Global, a world-class distribution and service partner with unique experience and insight in the region. OneLink is committed to providing sustainable solutions to the hospitality industry. The exclusive distribution agreement expands Vero’s global footprint into regions where hotel and resorts dominate the landscape and are seeking an eco-friendly alternative to traditional bottled water.

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“Recently major players in the hospitality industry both in the US and abroad have announced they have taken steps to eliminate plastic straws, which is a good start, but it’s not enough. By implementing a Vero Water program, hotels and resorts can eliminate plastic bottles which represent a massive threat to our environment on a global scale,” stated David Deshe, President of Vero Water. It is estimated that over 8 million metric tons of plastic end up in the ocean every year, having a catastrophic effect on marine life. Deshe continued, “Just last week, an island of over 30 tons of plastic waste was found floating off the coast of Playa Montesinos near the capital of the Dominican Republic and some of it has since washed up onshore. This not only threatens the marine eco-system but is a major threat to local businesses who rely on tourists attracted to the pristine beaches at their resorts.”

Through the OneLink partnership, Vero Water has rapidly expanded in the region, establishing a presence in many of the leading hotel and resort operators such as Iberostar Hotels & Resorts who have made a corporate strategic commitment to “go green”, incorporating Vero Water into the total guest experience. Collectively, these clients have projected to reduce waste by over 4 million plastic bottles this year alone. “As experts in both the region and meeting the unique needs the hospitality industry through sustainable solutions, we are proud to be a part of eliminating plastic waste in the Caribbean and Latin America,” said Gennaro Cirone President of OneLink Global.

Vero Water is committed to meeting the growing demands of consumers and the hospitality industry for sustainability. Vero enables clients to purify, chill and fill still and sparkling water on-site and on-demand, delivering a consistent signature taste, swiftly, profitably and sustainably. Transforming tap water results in a significant reduction in food miles and carbon footprint versus sourcing, bottling and transporting bottled water, often from various countries thousands of miles away from the end consumer. Bottle waste is minimized as the signature luxury VERO WATER bottles are reusable– sanitized and refilled on-premise.

About VERO WATER ®
Vero Water is a healthy lifestyle choice for Inspired Living. VERO WATER® is a leading provider of luxury still and sparkling water to the hospitality industry and is served to over 40 million consumers a year in six countries and in the United States from coast-to-coast in over 40 states. Vero is an exceptionally great tasting still and sparkling water for consumers, more sustainable for the environment, and a more profitable for the hospitality industry versus traditional bottled water brands. Vero’s proprietary purification and bottling process enables clients to purify, chill, fill and serve Vero still and sparkling water on-premise and on-demand. Served perfectly chilled from a luxury branded bottle with every pour, Vero’s signature taste is pure and crisp – noted by a distinctively luxurious mouthfeel and a light and refreshing finish. The exceptional taste and quality, combined with the unparalleled level of concierge service, has propelled Vero Water into many of the most acclaimed restaurants worldwide, firmly establishing it as the water brand proudly served by the most demanding and successful chefs, restaurateurs and owner operators in the hospitality industry.  verowater.com

ABOUT IBEROSTAR:
IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts is a resort hotel chain based in Palma de Mallorca (Balearic Islands, Spain), founded by the Fluxà family in 1986. IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts is an integral part of GRUPO IBEROSTAR, one of the main Spanish tourist companies with over 60 years of experience, which currently has 100 hotels of 4 and 5 stars in 17 countries around the world. For more information, please visit: IBEROSTAR.com

About OneLink Global:
OneLink Global (OLG) was established with the aim of providing sustainable solutions to the hospitality industry, specifically targeting the needs and requirements of Hotels and All-Inclusive Resorts across the Caribbean and Mexico and Latin America. OLG® are the exclusive distributors or authorized dealers for; EcoLogic Solutions®, an EPA Award winning Green Chemical Program. Vero Water®, allowing hospitality clients to serve exceptionally great tasting still and sparkling water, be environmentally responsible, and lower operational costs, and  EcoBruner®, a safer, cleaner, greener product for your chafing dish needs.

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car Now Operating in Dominican Republic

Enterprise Plus and Emerald Club Loyalty Programs Offered Across Popular Caribbean Destinations

ST. LOUIS, July 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – As part of its ongoing expansion in Latin America and the Caribbean, the world’s largest car rental company has opened four new Enterprise Rent-A-Car locations at the Dominican Republic’s largest airports:

Enterprise Holdings Inc. owns the Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand, as well as National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car. The National brand has been operating in the Dominican Republic since 1974.

From L to R: Analie Prieto, general manager of Enterprise franchisee Motor Plan; José Muñiz, Enterprise sales manager; and Michelle Geara, Enterprise marketing manager. (PRNewsfoto/Enterprise Holdings Inc.)

The Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand made its debut in the Caribbean in 2014 through franchisees in Guadeloupe and Martinique. It expanded into Latin America in 2015, and announced the opening of 22 new locations throughout Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Tortola, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos and Uruguay in 2016.

Enterprise Holdings ranks near the top of the global travel industry in terms of revenue, ahead of many airlines and most cruise lines, hotels, tour operators and online travel agencies. Today, the Enterprise, National and Alamo brands operate in more than 90 countries, including 31 in Latin America and the Caribbean.

“The Dominican Republic is an important piece of our planned growth in the region,” said Peter A. Smith, vice president of global franchising at Enterprise Holdings. “And this expansion allows travelers even more access to our world-renowned customer service and convenient rental process.”

Loyalty Program Expansion

Customers traveling to the Dominican Republic – one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean – also can enjoy more perks and rewards with the expansion of two loyalty programs: Enterprise Plus through the Enterprise Rent-A-Car brand, and the award-winning Emerald Club, through the National Car Rental brand.

“Our brands are continuing to grow internationally, largely due to the continued loyalty of customers,” said Smith. “Increasing the availability of Enterprise Plus and Emerald Club with our new locations in the Dominican Republic is a natural way to thank our customers for their business and further our mission to serve them no matter where they decide to travel.”

This expansion follows both loyalty programs’ introduction in Colombia, Honduras, Jamaica, Peru and Suriname in 2017. The same year, Enterprise Plus was also introduced in Turks & Caicos, Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Tortola, Trinidad & Tobago and Uruguay.

Emerald Club

Through the Emerald Club, members earn vehicle upgrades according to membership level. All Emerald Club members are guaranteed a midsize or above vehicle at the reserved midsize rate. Emerald Club members at the Executive level and above are guaranteed a full-size or larger vehicle at the reserved midsize rate. Members can also choose to earn either free rental days or frequent-traveler miles or points with one of National’s airline or hotel partners.

In addition, Emerald Club members renting in Latin America and the Caribbean can take advantage of Emerald Club Priority Service, which expedites the rental process by offering a dedicated line at the service counter exclusively for Emerald Club members.  Membership is complimentary for all National customers, and individual travelers can easily enroll themselves in the program by clicking the Emerald Club “Join Now” link at www.nationalcar.com.

Enterprise Plus

With every qualifying rental, Enterprise Plus members earn points they can redeem anytime for free rental days in any available vehicle at thousands of participating Enterprise locations worldwide. Points don’t expire as long as the member has one qualifying Enterprise rental in a three-year period. Free rental day awards apply to time and mileage (base rate) only and do not cover taxes, surcharges and concession fees.

Once enrolled, Enterprise Plus members simply use their membership number to book a reservation online at www.enterprise.com, via the Enterprise mobile app or over the phone to receive all member benefits.  As Enterprise Plus members rent more frequently, they can quickly rise to Silver, Gold or Platinum status to gain access to even more reward options until the end of the next program year. Each status level has its own unique set of benefits, such as bonus points and vehicle upgrades. Membership in Enterprise Plus is free, and the loyalty program is open to anyone at least 21 years old.

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Uganda National Airlines Company Limited Signs Firm Order for Four Bombardier CRJ900 Aircraft

  • First operator of the new CRJ Series ATMOSPHÈRE cabin in Africa

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, Canada, July 18, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that it has signed a firm order for four new CRJ900 regional jets with Uganda National Airlines Company.

Based on the list price for the CRJ900 aircraft, the firm order is valued at approximately US$190 million.

“We congratulate the Government of Uganda for the revival of its national flag carrier, and are thrilled that the new airline has selected Bombardier and the CRJ900 regional jets for its upcoming debut,” said Jean-Paul Boutibou, Vice President, Sales, Middle-East and Africa, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Recognized for its superior economics and efficiency, the CRJ Series aircraft have enabled airlines worldwide to serve communities with better connectivity, and we look forward to supporting the development of Uganda’s regional air travel with these CRJ900 regional jets.”

Uganda Airlines will operate the CRJ900 in dual-class configuration with 76 seats, including 12 first class seats.

“We are delighted to have ordered the world’s leading regional jet, and we look forward to providing the most modern passenger experience in regional aviation to the people of Uganda and across Africa,” said Ephraim Bagenda, CEO, Uganda National Airlines. “As we were establishing Entebbe as a strong hub in East Africa and building more connectivity in Africa, we thoroughly reviewed our needs. With its proven track record in Africa and other regions of the world, we are confident that the CRJ900 aircraft will help us succeed.”

Today, 21 operators are flying 58 CRJ Series in Africa. Including the order announced today, Bombardier has recorded firm orders for 1957 CRJ Series regional jets.

About the ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin
The new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin sets new standards of passenger experience in the regional jet market segment. Key features of the new interior are comprised of larger passenger living space, wheel-first roller bag capability, more spacious lavatory, increased cabin connectivity options, all integrated in a contemporary design and material choices. In fact, the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design allows passengers to carry and store an “oversized” roller bag within the aircraft cabin bins which minimizes the need to check bags at the counter or the gate. To learn more: DiscoverAtmosphere.com

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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Uganda National Airlines Company Limited realiza un pedido en firme de cuatro aviones Bombardier CRJ900

  • Primer operador de la nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE de la serie CRJ en África

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, July 19, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy la firma de un pedido en firme de cuatro nuevos aviones regionales CRJ900 con Uganda National Airlines Company.

Según el precio de lista para el avión CRJ900, el pedido en firme está valorado en aproximadamente 190 millones de dólares estadounidenses.

«Felicitamos al Gobierno de Uganda por la reactivación de su aerolínea de bandera, y estamos encantados de que la nueva aerolínea haya seleccionado a Bombardier y los aviones regionales CRJ900 para su próximo debut», expresó Jean-Paul Boutibou, vicepresidente del Departamento de Ventas en Medio Oriente y África de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft.  «Reconocidos por su superior economía y eficiencia, los aviones de la serie CRJ han permitido a las aerolíneas de todo el mundo prestar servicios a las comunidades contando una mejor conectividad, y esperamos apoyar el desarrollo de los viajes aéreos regionales de Uganda con estos aviones regionales CRJ900».

Uganda Airlines operará el CRJ900 en configuración de arranque dual con 76 asientos, incluyendo 12 asientos de primera clase.

«Estamos encantados de haber pedido el avión regional más importante del mundo, y esperamos brindar la experiencia de pasajeros más moderna en aviación regional a la población de Uganda y de toda África», expresó Ephraim Bagenda, CEO de Uganda National Airlines. «Ya que nos encontrábamos en el proceso de establecer Entebbe como un fuerte eje en el este de África y generando más conectividad en este continente, revisamos a fondo nuestras necesidades. Con su comprobada trayectoria en África y otras regiones del mundo, confiamos en que el avión CRJ900 nos ayudará a tener éxito».

Al día de hoy, 21 operadores vuelan con 58 aviones serie CRJ en África. Incluyendo el pedido anunciado el día de hoy, Bombardier ha registrado pedidos en firme para 1957 aviones regionales de la serie 1957 CRJ.

Acerca de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE

La nueva cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE establece nuevos estándares para la experiencia de los pasajeros en el segmento de la aviación regional. Las características clave del nuevo interior incluyen mayor espacio para los pasajeros, capacidad de llevar bolsos con ruedas, un lavabo más espacioso y mayores opciones de conectividad de la cabina, todo integrado en un diseño contemporáneo y con materiales escogidos. De hecho, el diseño de la cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE permite a cada pasajero transportar y guardar una maleta con ruedas “de gran tamaño” dentro de los compartimentos de la cabina de la aeronave y esto minimiza la necesidad de revisar las maletas en el mostrador o la puerta de embarque.

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Acerca de Bombardier

Con más de 69 500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder mundial de la industria del transporte debido a la creación de aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios ofrecen experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad. Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene plantas de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de transporte, aeronaves ejecutivas, aeronaves comerciales y aeroestructuras, y servicios de ingeniería.

Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos por 16 200 millones de dólares estadounidenses.

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2018 Farnborough Air Show Marks Debut of Bombardier New ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin

CaribPR Wire, MONTRÉAL, Mon. July 16, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft unveiled the interior of the first CRJ Series aircraft with the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design on the opening day of the Farnborough International Air Show in the United Kingdom.

Bombardier showcased the new cabin alongside launch operator Delta Air Lines and supplier Zodiac Aerospace during its air show inauguration event.

“Our product is evolving, and this signature cabin design represents the latest innovation to our very successful regional jet program,” said Fred Cromer, President, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “This cabin design will add value to airlines, the feedback has already been very positive as demonstrated with the recent momentum we have gained in the market.”

The CRJ900 aircraft on static display at the airshow is painted in Delta Air Lines livery and fitted with the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin.

Bombardier will also emphasize its presence at the airshow from July 16-20 with a display of a Q400 aircraft in the colours of Ethiopian Airlines, as well as a Global 6000 business jet featuring the Premier Cabin.

Bombardier’s static display and chalet are located at OE26 and A5, respectively.

About the ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin
The new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin sets new standards of passenger experience in the regional jet market segment. Key features of the new interior are comprised of larger passenger living space, wheel-first roller bag capability, more spacious lavatory, increased cabin connectivity options, all integrated in a contemporary design and material choices. In fact, the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design allows each passenger to carry and store an “oversized” roller bag within the aircraft cabin bins which minimizes the need to check bags at the counter or the gate. To learn more: DiscoverAtmosphere.com

About the Farnborough International Air Show
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About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.

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La nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE de Bombardier debuta en el Salón Aeronáutico de Farnborough 2018

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, July 17, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft presentó el interior del primer avión de la CRJ Series con el nuevo diseño de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE en la inauguración del Salón Aeronáutico de Farnborough en el Reino Unido.

Bombardier exhibió la nueva cabina junto con el operador de lanzamiento Delta Air Lines y el proveedor Zodiac Aerospace durante el evento de inauguración de la exhibición aérea.

“Nuestro producto está evolucionando, y este diseño exclusivo de la cabina representa la última innovación para nuestro tan exitoso programa regional de aeronaves”, manifestó Fred Cromer, presidente de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “El diseño de esta cabina agregará valor a las aerolíneas. Los comentarios ya son muy positivos, como lo demostró el reciente impulso que hemos ganado en el mercado”.

El avión CRJ900 en exposición estática en la exhibición aérea está pintado con la librea de Delta Air Lines y equipado con la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE.

Bombardier también destacará su presencia en la exhibición aérea del 16 al 20 de julio con la exposición de un avión Q400 con los colores de Ethiopian Airlines, así como un avión privado Global 6000 con cabina Premier.

La exposición estática y el chalet de Bombardier se encuentran en OE26 y A5, respectivamente.

Acerca de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE
La nueva cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE establece nuevos estándares para la experiencia de los pasajeros en el segmento de la aviación regional. Las características clave del nuevo interior incluyen mayor espacio para los pasajeros, capacidad de llevar bolsos con ruedas, un lavabo más espacioso y mayores opciones de conectividad de la cabina, todo integrado en un diseño contemporáneo y con opciones de materiales. De hecho, el diseño de la cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE permite a cada pasajero transportar y guardar una maleta con ruedas “de gran tamaño” dentro de los compartimentos de la cabina de la aeronave y esto minimiza la necesidad de revisar las maletas en el mostrador o la puerta. Para obtener más información, visite DiscoverAtmosphere.com

Acerca del Salón Aeronáutico de Farnborough
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Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69 500 empleados en cuatro segmentos comerciales, Bombardier es un líder global de la industria del transporte en la creación de aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios ofrecen experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, confiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene plantas de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de transporte, aeronaves ejecutivas, aeronaves comerciales y aeroestructuras, y servicios de ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos por 16 200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Noticias e información disponibles en bombardier.com, o síganos en Twitter @Bombardier.

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Delta Air Lines Becomes Launch Operator of ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin with New Order for 20 Bombardier CRJ900

CaribPR Wire, MONTRÉAL, June 20, 2018:  Bombardier Commercial Aircraft announced today that Delta Air Lines, Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia (Delta Air Lines) has signed a firm purchase agreement for 20 CRJ900 aircraft – becoming the launch operator of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin for CRJ Series regional jets.

Based on the list price for the CRJ900 aircraft, the firm order is valued at approximately US$961 million.

“We are thrilled that Delta continues to select the CRJ Series as the airline looks into the future growth of its regional operations,” said Fred Cromer, president, Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Together with Delta, we have driven the development of regional aviation in the U.S., and we are looking forward to further enhancing regional air travel with the launch of the new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin with our long-standing and esteemed customer.”

The new CRJ900 aircraft with ATMOSPHÈRE cabin will fly under the Delta Connection brand in a comfortable two-class regional jet configuration with 70 seats.

Delta Air Lines will take delivery of the world’s first ATMOSPHÈRE cabin CRJ900 aircraft in late 2018.

Including the order form Delta Air Lines announced today, Bombardier has recorded firm orders for 1953 CRJ Series aircraft.

About the ATMOSPHÈRE Cabin
The new ATMOSPHÈRE cabin sets new standards of passenger experience in the regional jet market segment. Key features of the new interior are comprised of larger passenger living space, wheel-first roller bag capability, more spacious lavatory, increased cabin connectivity options, all integrated in a contemporary design and material choices. In fact, the ATMOSPHÈRE cabin design allows each passenger to carry and store an “oversized” roller bag within the aircraft cabin bins which minimizes the need to check bags at the counter or the gate. To learn more: DiscoverAtmosphere.com

About Bombardier
With over 69,500 employees across four business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.

Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, Bombardier has production and engineering sites in 28 countries across the segments of Transportation, Business Aircraft, Commercial Aircraft and Aerostructures and Engineering Services. Bombardier shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD). In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, Bombardier posted revenues of $16.2 billion US. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier

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Delta Air Lines se convierte en operador de lanzamiento de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE con un nuevo pedido de 20 Bombardier CRJ900

CaribPR Wire, MONTREAL, June 20, 2018: Bombardier Commercial Aircraft anunció hoy que Delta Air Lines, Inc. de Atlanta, Georgia (Delta Air Lines) firmó un acuerdo de compra de 20 aviones CRJ900, convirtiéndose en el operador de lanzamiento de la nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE para aviones regionales de la serie CRJ.

Según el precio del avión CRJ900, el pedido en firme está valorado en aproximadamente 961 millones de dólares estadounidenses.

“Estamos encantados de que Delta continúe seleccionando la Serie CRJ mientras la aerolínea analiza el crecimiento futuro de sus operaciones regionales”, dijo Fred Cromer, presidente de Bombardier Commercial Aircraft. “Junto con Delta, hemos impulsado el desarrollo de la aviación regional en los EE. UU. y esperamos seguir mejorando los viajes aéreos regionales con el lanzamiento de la nueva cabina ATMOSPHÈRE con nuestro cliente.”

El nuevo avión CRJ900 con cabina ATMOSPHÈRE volará bajo la marca Delta Connection en una cómoda configuración de jet regional de dos clases con 70 asientos.

Delta Air Lines recibirá la primera aeronave ATMOSPHÈRE del mundo, la aeronave CRJ900, a finales de 2018.

Incluyendo el formulario de pedido que Delta Air Lines anunció hoy, Bombardier registró los pedidos en firme de los aviones de la Serie CRJ 1953.

Acerca de la cabina ATMOSPHÈRE
La nueva cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE establece nuevos estándares de experiencia de pasajeros para el mercado de la aviación regional. Las características clave del nuevo interior se componen de un mayor espacio para los pasajeros, capacidad de llevar bolsos con ruedas, un lavabo más espacioso, mayores opciones de conectividad de la cabina, todo integrado en un diseño contemporáneo y opciones de materiales. De hecho, el diseño de la cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE permite a cada pasajero transportar y almacenar una maleta con ruedas “de gran tamaño” dentro de los compartimientos de cabina de la aeronave, lo que minimiza la necesidad de revisar las maletas en el mostrador o la puerta. Para saber más: DiscoverAtmosphere.com

Acerca de Bombardier
Con más de 69,500 empleados en cuatro sectores comerciales, Bombardier es un líder global en la industria del transporte, creando aviones y trenes innovadores. Nuestros productos y servicios dan experiencias de transporte de primera clase que establecen nuevos estándares en comodidad del pasajero, eficiencia energética, fiabilidad y seguridad.

Con sede en Montreal, Canadá, Bombardier tiene sitios de producción e ingeniería en 28 países en los sectores de Transporte, Aeronáutica Comercial, Aeronaves Comerciales y Aeroestructuras y Servicios de Ingeniería. Las acciones de Bombardier se cotizan en la Bolsa de Toronto (BBD). En el año fiscal que terminó el 31 de diciembre de 2017, Bombardier registró ingresos de 16.200 millones de dólares estadounidenses. Noticias y más información en bombardier.com o síguenos en Twitter @Bombardier

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Las imágenes de CRJ900 en la librea de Delta, así como las imágenes de la nueva cabina de ATMOSPHÈRE se publicarán junto con este comunicado de prensa en www.bombardier.com.

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interCaribbean cancels St Thomas and St Croix planned operations

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos, April 24, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – interCaribbean Airways with a heavy heart must advise the Caribbean traveling public that services to St Thomas and to St Croix are canceled.  We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this causes those customers with planned travel arrangements on these flights.

interCaribbean has been working for some months to have the USVI filings process completed, for which it is not possible to manage simultaneously with the setup of all other operations in parallel.  Such has been the process, that other requirements to setup at the airports are unable to be advanced without this completed.

interCaribbean over a month ago deployed an additional aircraft to Tortola in readiness for these flights but given the unusually lengthy processes to get to a starting point, it has become clear that the approval process and our priorities are not aligned.  interCaribbean will now redeploy the aircraft into other operations and growth opportunities.  We operate in 13 countries and have not faced the prolonged or protracted challenges of setting up an operation timely in any country.  We wish to acknowledge we have seen the full cooperation from the CPB (Customs and Border Protection) and the TSA (Transport Security Administration) Agencies in receiving their early and timely approvals for both St Thomas and St Croix.

A key element at any new city served is selecting a partner handling company. In the case of the USVI, we are confronted with handling costs that are three to four times the norm across our entire network of cities.  We simply will not pay such outrageous prices.  We cannot expect to have to double our everyday affordable low airfares to compensate, for we will not see support from the traveling public.

Given the work necessary to make these cities a viable destination with airfares for which we have become known, we have elected to postpone until the winter season of this year 2018 and give time and opportunity to consider other options to create effective partner handling, and for all authorities to take all the time needed.  Should we find a satisfactory point.  We will update the traveling public as we move forward and keep you appraised.

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About interCaribbean

interCaribbean operates EMB 120, Twin Otter and shortly ERJ145 aircraft connecting the Turks & Caicos Islands, Antigua, the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Dominica, St Lucia and St. Maarten and shortly new services to Aruba and Curacao. Domestic flights are operated in the Turks & Caicos Islands, as well as in Jamaica between Kingston and Montego Bay.

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interCaribbean announces Dominica to Tortola & St. Lucia Services

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Feb. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — interCaribbean Airways, celebrating 26 years of continuous services, is pleased to announce new nonstop schedule services from Dominica to St Lucia and Tortola, with 1 stop easy connections via Tortola to St Thomas, St Croix, Sint Maarten, San Juan, Providenciales and Santo Domingo.

Travelers can make two-stop connections via interCaribbean flights to Kingston and Nassau.  Even allowing for two stops this is still one of the fastest travel times in the Caribbean.

Flights to and from Dominica begin on March 22 with 3 weekly flights as follows Schedule.

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DOM = Dominica Douglas Charles Airport, EIS = Tortola Terrence B. Lettsome International Airport, SLU = St. Lucia – Castries International Airport.

interCaribbean has expanded its schedule to new points throughout the Caribbean connecting more of the Caribbean than any other Caribbean Airline.

CEO Trevor Sadler, stated “We are pleased to begin connecting Dominica with our Caribbean, bringing affordable air fares to this latest interCaribbean destination”.  We look forward to welcoming Citizens and Residents aboard and adding new connections and cities that Dominica can enjoy.

Mr. Colin Piper. Director of Tourism, Dominica welcomes the new service, stating “interCaribbean is giving Dominicans new choices to fly to and from Dominica and more connections to more places, the service is very timely and very welcome.  We look forward to the launch and anticipation of service to further islands.”

Visit interCaribbean.com to learn more about the company and its operations.

About interCaribbean

interCaribbean operates EMB 120, Twin Otter and shortly ERJ145 aircrafts connecting the Turks & Caicos Islands, Antigua, the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, the Bahamas, St Thomas and St Croix in the US Virgin Islands, Dominica, St Lucia and St. Maarten. Domestic flights are operated in the Turks & Caicos Islands, as well as in Jamaica between Kingston and Montego Bay.

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Forbes Travel Guide Announces 2018 Star Rating Awards

199 Hotels Across the Globe Achieve Coveted Five-Star Award; 27 New Hotels Receive Top Honors for First Time

Launching in 15 New Destinations, with the Largest and Most Diverse Group of Winners, Awards Continue Global Expansion into the Middle East and Africa

Middle East Debuts with Four Five-Star, 21 Four-Star and Six Recommended Hotels; South America Earns Its First Five-Star Hotel

Forbes Travel Guide Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary In 2018, Announces Website Redesign

ATLANTA, Feb 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — As it celebrates its landmark 60th anniversary, Forbes Travel Guide today unveiled its 60th list of worldwide Star Rating winners, continuing its exceedingly selective approach for recognizing the world’s finest properties and rewarding gracious, intuitive service.

The 2018 award winners include 27 new Five-Star hotels, 70 new Four-Star hotels and 76 new Recommended hotels. Other first-time recipients include five Five-Star restaurants, 24 Four-Star restaurants and 10 Recommend restaurants. The list also honors five new Five-Star spas and 29 new Four-Star spas. See the complete list of winners here.

Forbes Travel Guide rates properties in 50 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. New destinations for 2018 include: Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Aruba, Chengdu, Dubai, Hokkaido, Jamaica, Kuala Lumpur, Madrid, Marrakech, Okinawa, Panama, Prague, Sanya and Vienna. As Forbes Travel Guide marks its 60th year, it will expand to 60 countries for its 2019 Star Ratings.

“This is a momentous year for Forbes Travel Guide. Our anniversary commemorates 60 impressive years of serving hotels and guests,” said Gerard J. Inzerillo, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. “As the most trusted source for travelers, we continue to carry out our mission to verify luxury worldwide. We are delighted to honor the 2018 Star Rating recipients, an outstanding collection of hotels, restaurants and spas with a strong service culture. It’s the largest and most global group of Star-Rated properties in our company’s history. We congratulate these properties for their dedication to service excellence.”

In conjunction with Forbes Travel Guide’s anniversary, the company unveiled its redesigned website, forbestravelguide.com, which beautifully showcases its global collection of Star-Rated properties.

To celebrate the awards, Star-Rated winners are invited to Verified, The Forbes Travel Guide Luxury Summit at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills February 27 and 28. It will feature an all-star chef lineup, including: Geoffrey Zakarian and Wilfrid Hocquet, Georgie, Beverly Hills; Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Richard Archuleta, Jean-Georges Beverly Hills; William Bradley, Addison Restaurant, San Diego; Samir Roonwal, The Blvd, Beverly Hills; Hilary Henderson, CUT, Beverly Hills; Kaleo Adams, The Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills; Giuseppe Manco, The Restaurant at Mr. C, Beverly Hills; Craig Strong, Studio, Laguna Beach; Hugo Bolanos, Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air, Beverly Hills; and Derek Poirier, Valrhona. Moët & Chandon, Forbes Travel Guide’s Official Champagne of 2018, will help everyone toast the festivities. Diageo will host the spirits, and Luxe Bloom will provide florals.

To highlight Forbes Travel Guide’s 60 years in travel, the popular Pan Am Experience will land at Verified and transport participants back to flying’s heyday with a retro airline-inspired event.

HIGHLIGHTS, TRENDS & FUN FACTS FOR 2018

  • Among the 1609 Winners
    • 199 Five-Star, 513 Four-Star and 309 Recommended hotels.
    • 64 Five-Star, 171 Four-Star and 83 Recommended restaurants.
    • 60 Five-Star and 210 Four-Star spas.
  • New and Noteworthy
    • The Middle East emerged with big wins. It picked up four Five-Star hotels (Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Dubai; Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi; Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre; Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach). It also tallied 21 Four-Star hotels and six Recommended hotels.
    • South America captured its first Five-Star hotel. Tucked inside Brazil’s Iguacu National Park amid the Iguassu Falls, Belmond Hotel das Cataratas leads the region in service excellence.
    • Marrakech launched with two Five-Star hotels (Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech; Royal Mansour Marrakech), a pair of Four-Star properties (Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, La Mamounia) and two Recommended hotels (Amanjena, Selman Marrakech).
    • New York City seized two new Five-Star wins: Baccarat Hotel and Residences and Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. A new Four-Star hotel was added, too: Archer Hotel New York.
    • Munich welcomed its inaugural Five-Star hotel, Mandarin Oriental, Munich. It joined Four-Stars The Charles Hotel, a Rocco Forte Hotel; Hotel Bayerischer Hof; and Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich, along with Recommended properties Hotel München Palace and Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
    • Japan had significant gains. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto brought the city its first Five-Star accolade. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto and Suiran, A Luxury Collection Hotel snagged Four-Stars awards. Kyoto Hotel Okura earned a Recommended honor. In Tokyo, Shangri-La Hotel, Tokyo won a Five-Star award. The Capitol Hotel Tokyu and The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho picked up Four-Star honors.
    • Independent hotels made a strong showing. First-time Five-Star awards went to Le Richemond Genève; Magee Homestead, Wyoming; Meadowood Napa Valley; Nemacolin Woodlands Resort – Falling Rock, Pennsylvania; and Williamsburg Inn, Virginia.
    • The new Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is Hilton’s first Five-Star hotel in the Western Hemisphere. The brand also has Five-Star Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund.
    • Rosewood Beijing achieved a Five-Star rating–a first-time win for the brand in Asia. This was Rosewood’s first property in China, opening in 2014. The Peninsula Beijing also scooped up a new Five-Star distinction.
    • Trump Hotels earned Five-Star honors for its D.C. and Vancouver outposts, which is unusual for new properties.
    • New wins help further anchor the Riviera Nayarit as a luxury destination with Five-Star The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort and Four-Star Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit.
    • Forbes Travel Guide made significant strides in its global expansion, bringing its ratings to new destinations such as Amsterdam (Four-Star hotels Conservatorium, De L’Europe Amsterdam and Hotel Okura Amsterdam; as well as Recommended properties Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, The Dylan, Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam, InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam, W Amsterdam) and Vienna (Four-Star properties Hotel Sacher Wien, Palais Coburg, Palais Hansen Kempinski and The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna; along with Recommended properties Grand Hotel Wien; Hotel Bristol, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Vienna; Hotel Imperial, A Luxury Collection Hotel; Hotel Sans Souci Wien; Park Hyatt Vienna; and The Ring Hotel Vienna).
  • Stars All Around
    • An elite group of 13 properties earned Five-Star awards for their hotel, restaurant and spa. These triple Five-Star winners include: Banyan Tree Macau; The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs; The Cloister in Sea Island, Georgia; Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego; The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong; Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas; Mandarin Oriental, Macau; Meadowood Napa Valley; Montage Laguna Beach; Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island; The Peninsula Hong Kong; Wynn Las Vegas; and Wynn Palace, Macau.
    • Altira Macau and Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong received four Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and two restaurants.
    • Nüwa Macau won five Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and three restaurants.
    • Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Wynn Macau achieved a remarkable total of six Five-Star awards for the hotel, spa and four restaurants.
  • Where the Hotel Stars Shine Brightly
    • U.S. cities with the most Five-Star hotels: New York (10), Beverly Hills (6), Las Vegas (5) and Miami (5).
    • Globally, Macau reclaimed its spot as the city with the most Five-Star hotels (12). Last year, it tied Paris (10). Other cities with the largest number of Five-Stars include: Paris (10), London (9) and Hong Kong (8).
  • Where the Restaurant Stars Shine Brightly
    • U.S. cities with the most Five-Star restaurants are New York (7) and Las Vegas (6).
    • Worldwide, cities with the highest number of Five-Star restaurants are Macau (12) and Hong Kong (9).
    • Disney gets its first Five-Star restaurant. Victoria & Albert’s makes fine dining an attraction in Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando.
  • Where the Spa Stars Shine Brightly
    • In the U.S., the greatest number of Five-Star spas is in: California (9), Florida (5) and Nevada (5). California’s new Five-Star spa is The Spa at Rancho Valencia in San Diego.
    • Luna y Mar in Los Cabos and The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou mark the first Five-Star spas in their respective destinations.
    • Globally, cities with the most Five-Star spas include: Macau (8), Hong Kong (5), Las Vegas (5) and Shanghai (4).

ABOUT FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE

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interCaribbean accelerates introduction of Sint Maarten Services

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Feb. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ – interCaribbean Airways celebrating its 26th year of continuous services, is accelerating its start date of services from Sint Maarten to Tortola with onward connections to Santo Domingo, San Juan and Antigua.

The original start of service to and from Sint Maarten of March 22, is moved forward in response to the challenges of travel to and from Santo Domingo following recent air service interruptions.

The new services will begin immediately from February 9, 2018.  Travelers in Santo Domingo and Sint Maarten can make immediate connections via the Tortola hub with a very short layover en-route.

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interCaribbean has been serving the Dominican Republic for over 15 years, with over a current schedule of 19 weekly flights.

“interCaribbean is pleased to be able to quickly update our Sint Maarten start date to ensure the communities in Sint Maarten and in Santo Domingo have available air service options,” said Mr. Trevor Sadler, CEO for interCaribbean.

Founded as InterIsland Airways in 1991 by Turks Islander, Mr. Lyndon R. Gardiner, Chairman of interCaribbean, the company has embarked on adding international destinations and soon the introduction of jet service.  interCaribbean serves twenty-two cities.  For more Information and reservations visit www.intercaribbean.com.

About interCaribbean

interCaribbean operates EMB 120, Twin Otter and coming soon our ERJ145 aircraft connecting Turks & Caicos, Antigua, the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, the Bahamas, the US Virgin Islands, Dominica and St. Maarten/St. Martin. Domestic flights are provided in Jamaica between Kingston and Montego Bay, as well as flights within the Turks & Caicos Islands.

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Paymaster (Jamaica) and interCaribbean Airways launch payment convenience

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos, Jan. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — interCaribbean Airways and Paymaster (Jamaica) Limited, a leader in the bill payment industry are pleased to announce a new payment channel in the Jamaica market targeted at providing convenience for the Jamaican customers.

Trevor Sadler, CEO of interCaribbean Airways an advocate of alternative payments is confident that this new payment option will benefit the Jamaican traveller. As we enter 2018, we look forward to seeing how we can further flights to and from Jamaica.

This agreement will allow for ease and secure alternative payment option where persons without credit cards are able to make online reservations and make their payment at any of Paymaster’s over 200 locations island wide to complete their ticket purchase within 24 hours.

General Manager of Paymaster, Michael Fisher expressed that Paymaster’s key business objective is to provide its stakeholders with simple, efficient and convenient bill payment services. The Paymaster team is delighted to have interCaribbean Airways as part of our existing Client portfolio, as our service will undeniably extend the reach to interCaribbean’ customers.

About Paymaster
Paymaster began operations in October 1997 as the innovator in third party payment collections. Paymaster initiated and transformed the consumer services sector by facilitating easier bill payments and the processing of multiple transactions as a “one-stop shop” that provides the greatest convenience to customers; and today boasts over 100 Clients.

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About interCaribbean
interCaribbean operates EMB 120, Twin Otter and BE99 aircrafts connecting Turks & Caicos, Antigua, the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, the Bahamas, the US Virgin Islands, Dominica and St. Maarten/St. Martin. Domestic flights are provided in Jamaica between Kingston and Montego Bay, as well as flights within the Turks & Caicos Islands.

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