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☆ How Does Your Airline Choose Where to Fly? A Route Planner Explains
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-02 | by ( Wall Street Journal | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Farm-to-Plane: How Singapore Airlines Brings Fish to the Skies Singapore Airlines operates the world’s longest flight, during which passengers can now get fish. It might sound risky, but it’s fresher than you might expect. Singapore’s Food and Beverage Director Antony McNeil explains how and why he brought trout to travelers plates. Photo Illustration: Adele Morgan/The Wall Street Journal

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☆ Singapore Airlines flags near-term competition in international travel
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-27 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

July 27 (Reuters) - Singapore Airlines (SIAL.SI) said on Thursday it expects competition to intensify in the coming months as carriers scramble to take advantage of strong overseas travel demand that helped the city-state's flagship airline to post a record first-quarter profit. "Macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties, as well as inflation, could pose challenges for the airline industry," the company said. Singapore Airlines said it will monitor these trends closely, and adjust its capacity and network accordingly. The airline reported a net profit of S$734 million ($554.84 million) for the three months ended June 30, compared with S$370 million a year earlier. Passenger load factor — a measure of how many seats are filled on planes — for Singapore Airlines was 88.9% in the quarter, compared with 79.0% a year ago.

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☆ Capital One Venture vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred: Which is right for you?
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-13 | by ( Ariana Arghandewal | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +13 min

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☆ Temasek is betting on all its stars aligning
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-12 | by ( Anshuman Daga | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

That’s one consolation Temasek can take from a tricky year. But Temasek’s hopes for a more prosperous year or two ahead rely on matters mostly out of its hands. Reuters Graphics Reuters GraphicsGranted, Temasek had a busy few years propping up the tiny city-state’s companies, like Singapore Airlines (SIAL.SI), after the pandemic hit. Meanwhile, high valuations in the United States, where Temasek has doubled exposure over the past decade, will limit opportunities. But if Temasek wants to start shining more brightly soon, it’ll need all its stars to align.

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Compare Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred Chase Sapphire Preferred® CardInk Business Preferred® Credit Card Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Here's a detailed look at the biggest differences between the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card and the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card. The other major difference is that the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card offers cell phone protection against theft or damage. Chase Sapphire Preferred Compared to Ink Business PreferredThough similar — each charges a $95 annual fee that is not waived the first year — the Sapphire Preferred and Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card have different welcome bonus requirements and bonus spending categories. If you're thinking of getting both cards, apply for the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card first.

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☆ How Singapore has become a leading force in tech innovation
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-07 | by ( Sponsor Post | Created Insider Studios With Edb Singapore | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Over 13 years ago, AvePoint, a SaaS solutions provider based in New Jersey, recognized the potential of Southeast Asia and found its entry point in Singapore. "While Singapore is a very small country, the country's focus on talent development and productivity results in it leading the forefront of innovation with a strong tech ecosystem for talent and corporate success," he said. In Singapore, ServiceNow was able to access a unique business partnership with Singapore Airlines, the world's most-awarded airline and one of the region's largest customers, developing a system called SQNow, which streamlines and manages IT workflows. "Being successful in Singapore is often a gateway into other markets around Southeast Asia," Nehammer added. Why Singapore's brand continues to thriveSingapore's ascent as a global tech powerhouse is anchored on the pillars of innovation, business networks, and robust tech infrastructure.

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The shares are priced between S$7.202 and S$7.283 per share, the sheet shows, representing a 2.89% and 3.97% discount to the last close of S$7.50 on Wednesday. Temasek will continue to be a major shareholder in SIA with a 53.5% stake, according to Reuters' calculations. Citi is the sole bookrunner on the share sale, the term sheet showed. "We are committed to the long-term success of SIA and continue to maintain a majority stake in it," she added. ($1 = 1.3517 Singapore dollars)Reporting by Selena Li in Hong Kong and Yantoultra Ngui in Singapore, Editing by Louise HeavensOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Juliet Teo, Temasek's, Selena Li, Yantoultra, Louise Heavens Organizations: Temasek, Singapore Airlines, SIA, Reuters, Citi, Transportation & Logistics, Thomson Locations: HONG KONG, SINGAPORE, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong

It is a new challenge for formerly government-owned Air India, which Tata Group took over last year. The CCI, Air India and Vistara did not immediately respond to requests for comment. To address the CCI's concerns, Air India could make concessions such as giving up certain routes or reducing frequency, the second source said, adding that Air India remains confident the matter can be resolved by recommending certain changes. Vistara and Air India both fly on international routes such as London and Dubai and would need antitrust clearances in other jurisdictions, the first source said. Air India is expecting similar queries from foreign countries once it applies for clearance there, but is waiting for the India process to first close, the source added.

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☆ Global airlines grasp at the 100% recovery
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-21 | by ( Thomas Shum | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +4 min

HONG KONG, June 21 (Reuters Breakingviews) - Global airlines are setting drawn out timelines to a full recovery. Some carriers, particularly in Asia, think they will only fly at or over pre-pandemic capacity levels in 2024 or later. Airlines didn’t rehire quickly enough to support the sudden recovery in demand and are now overpromising and underdelivering. Asian hub carriers like $16.5 billion Singapore Airlines (SIAL.SI) are particularly strained. Singapore Airlines, for example, posted a record net profit of S$2.2 billion ($1.6 billion) for the financial year ended March.

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☆ The world’s best airlines for 2023, according to Skytrax
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( Maureen O'Hare | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Now, for the fifth time in the accolades’ 23-year history, it’s been named best airline in the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2023. The Qatar flag carrier bossed it in business class, with wins for World’s Best Business Class, World’s Best Business Class Seat, World’s Best Business Class Lounge (the Al Mourjan lounge at Hamad International Airport), World’s Best Business Class Lounge Dining and Best Airline in the Middle East. Scoot was the World’s Best Long-Haul Low-Cost Airline and Volotea won out in the very competitive Best Low-Cost Airline in Europe category. Garuda Indonesia’s cabin staff were voted the world’s best, Cathay Pacific won World’s Best Inflight Entertainment and Bangkok Airways was once again the World’s Best Regional Airline. Delta Air Lines was named Best Airline in North America, with the Best Airline Staff Service for the region, while Sun Country Airlines was named Best Low-Cost Airline in North America title for the first time Alaska Airlines was North America’s Best Regional Airline.

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☆ These are the 20 best airlines in the world, according to one survey of travelers — see the full list
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-20 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Airline ranking company Skytrax released its 2023 list of the 20 best airlines in the world. Delta Air Lines is the only US carrier to make Skytrax's top 20 list. Singapore Airlines has been voted 2023's best airline, taking the prestigious title over the previous seven-time winner Qatar Airways. And this year — as is usually the case — the US was a big letdown: only one US carrier made the top 20 list. Here's what travelers believe are the 20 best airlines according to Skytrax's list.

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☆ Singapore is not looking to regulate A.I. just yet, says the city-state's authority
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-19 | by ( Sheila Chiang | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

"We are currently not looking at regulating AI," Lee Wan Sie, director for trusted AI and data at Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority, told CNBC. It is calling for companies to collaborate in the world's first AI testing toolkit — called AI Verify — that enables users to conduct technical tests on their AI models and record process checks. Google , Microsoft and IBM are among tech giants which have already joined the AI Verify Foundation — a global open-source community set up to discuss AI standards and best practices, as well as collaborate on governing AI. "By creating practical resources like the AI governance testing framework and toolkit, Singapore is helping organizations build robust governance and testing processes," said Smith. Singapore has really sort of positioned itself as almost like the steward in the region of responsible and trustworthy use of AI.

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☆ Take a look at the world's first 'wellbeing zone' for economy passengers on the planes that will fly nonstop for 22 hours from London to Australia
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-16 | by ( Ryan Hogg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Qantas has unveiled a "wellbeing zone" for its much-hyped Project Sunrise flights. Virtual rendering of what the Qantas "wellbeing zone" will look like. QantasThe "wellbeing zone" will sit between the economy and premium-economy classes. Qantas Wellbeing Zone. Qantas seats.

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☆ Capital One Venture X credit card review
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-13 | by ( ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +19 min

Digging into the Capital One Venture XThe Capital One Venture X provides valuable benefits to frequent flyers. Getty ImagesThe Capital One Venture X credit card debuted in November 2021 and turned of heads for those looking for a premium travel rewards credit card. Advantages of the Capital One Venture XEarn miles toward a beautiful beach vacation with the Capital One Venture X. iStockAs a new premium credit card, the Capital One Venture X has a lot to offer. Stacking up the Capital One Venture X against our benchmarkCNN Underscored has chosen the Citi Double Cash card as our current “benchmark” credit card. Other credit cards similar to the Capital One Venture XCompare the Capital One Venture X to other premium travel credit cards before you apply.

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Air India, which is revamping itself under new owner Tata Group, has been rapidly growing its international presence with new non-stop flights to Europe and the United States. Being able to use Russian airspace has come as a boon as it looks to capture a bigger share of the market. IATA Director General Willie Walsh called for an opening up of Russian airspace. "What we would like to see is everybody using Russian airspace. But airlines that can are unlikely to stop using Russian airspace after this diversion, said James Halstead, managing partner at Aviation Strategy.

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☆ Air New Zealand has been ranked the best airline in the world, a study found. See which others made the top 10.
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-03 | by ( Beatrice Nolan | Marielle Descalsota | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Air New Zealand has been ranked the best airline in the world by AirlineRatings.com. Air New Zealand has been ranked the best airline in the world by AirlineRatings.com, a website for airline safety and product reviews. Air New Zealand was ranked first for best economy class; Qatar Airways took the lead for business class; and Singapore Airlines was ranked the best first-class airline. Air New ZealandSafety: 7/7Product: 7/7Air New Zealand, or Air NZ, is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Korean Air has an average score of 7.8/10 based on 60 AirlineRatings.com reviews.

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☆ You can now pay $40 to get an empty seat next to you on some Qantas flights, and people can't decide if it's a luxury — or the airline making easy money off people
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-31 | by ( Reena Koh | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Qantas's new 'Neighbor Free' program lets passengers block the seat next to them for a fee. 48 hours prior to departure, those eligible will be invited via email to buy a 'Neighbor Free' seat. The "Neighbor Free" program allows passengers to reserve the seat next to them for some extra space or perhaps to avoid an overly chatty neighbor. "I think I would pay the extra dollars, a little extra room would be lovely," said a man to Today News reporter Izabella Staskowski. On other airlines— including Singapore Airlines — hot towels and amenity kits are handed out to long-haul passengers in coach.

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☆ World’s best airline for 2023 named by AirlineRatings.com
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-30 | by ( Francesca Street | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Marcos del Mazo/LightRocket/Getty ImagesAfter a couple of years of reduced air travel in the wake of the pandemic, travelers returned to the air in 2022 to significant airline chaos – canceled flights, lost luggage and overstretched staff. And interestingly, while Air New Zealand came out on top for 2023, Thomas said the results were close among the top five. Singapore Airlines took the fifth spot on AirlineRatings.com's 2023 list and also won the Best First Class award. Johannes P. Christo/Anadolu Agency/Getty ImagesAbu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways is number 3 on AirlineRatings.com’s 2023 list. Singapore Airlines, named top in the Best First Class award and the Excellence in Long Haul Travel - Southeast Asia award, took fifth place overall.

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☆ Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia plan JV to boost passenger capacity
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-29 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

May 29 (Reuters) - Singapore Airlines Ltd (SIAL.SI) and Garuda Indonesia (GIAA.JK) plan to enter into a joint venture (JV) to increase passenger capacity between the two countries, the flag carriers said on Monday, as post-COVID tourism in Southeast Asia ramps up. The proposed JV would allow the carriers to potentially synchronise schedules, improving passengers' connectivity and convenience, and explore new initiatives, including joint fare products and an alignment of corporate programmes, they said. The plan will cover routes between Singapore and Denpasar, Jakarta, and Surabaya, and deepen the existing cooperation between the two carriers. "This joint venture ... reflects our firm commitment to grow the aviation markets in Indonesia and Singapore, facilitating a greater level of business and people connections and promoting both countries as regional tourism destinations," said Goh Choon Phong, chief executive officer of Singapore Airlines. Reporting by Upasana Singh in Bengaluru; Editing by Nivedita Bhattacharjee and Savio D'SouzaOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ A European startup airline said it bought an Airbus A380 to fly across the Atlantic starting next year despite other carriers ditching the jet due to high costs
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-29 | by ( Taylor Rains | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

European startup carrier Global Airlines has purchased its first plane — the Airbus A380 superjumbo. The plan differs from many other carriers that have been actively retiring the A380 due to high costs. A little-known startup carrier called Global Airlines has bought its first plane — the mammoth Airbus A380. The carrier announced the purchase on Monday, revealing the jet was acquired from German investment firm Doric Aviation. A few other carriers like Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa have also continued flying the A380 post-pandemic.

☆ Consumers are starting to fire up China's pandemic-battered economy, two ETF experts find
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-27 | by ( Sean Conlon | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

The National Bureau of Statistics of China reports retail sales have been increasing since last November. "We're seeing the incremental rebound from the Chinese consumer," the firm's chief investment officer told " ETF Edge " this week. China's pandemic-battered economy is starting to see consumers open their wallets wider, according to KraneShares' Brendan Ahern. "Domestic travel [is] rebounding … but we've yet to see that from the international sector," the ETF provider's CEO said. Rhind told CNBC in a special interview later in the week that international travel from China could start to rebound this summer following a sluggish start.

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☆ These airlines are back in the black — they're looking to China as the next bright spot
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-19 | by ( Lim Hui Jie | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Travellers check in for the flight at the Singapore Airlines counter in the departure hall at Changi International Airport in Singapore on December 2, 2021. Roslan Rahman | AFP | Getty ImagesThree major airlines in Asia are back in the black, rebounding from their pandemic doldrums as global travel picks up, and they're all saying that China could be the next bright spot for them. Just this week, Singapore flag carrier Singapore Airlines posted a record net profit of 2.16 billion Singapore dollars ($1.61 billion) for the financial year ended March. At that time, ANA posted a net profit of just 28 billion yen, less than a third of its current net profit. Hopes in China reopeningAll three airlines are looking to China to power further growth.

☆ Singapore Airlines gives staff bonus of 8 months' salary after record results and pandemic sacrifices
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-18 | by ( Pete Syme | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Singapore Airlines will give eligible staff a huge bonus of up to eight months' salary. That's thanks to a formula based on a deal with its staff union, and the airlines' record profits. It includes an extra bonus of up to 1.5 months, which senior management won't get. Singapore Airlines will pay some staff a huge bonus of more than eight months' salary after posting the highest profits in its 76-year history, Bloomberg first reported. Eligible employees will receive a bonus of 6.65 months based on Singapore Airlines' record profit in the last financial year.

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