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Minister, agency chiefs, stakeholders set for ‘100 Years of Aviation In Nigeria’ book launch

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Mr Festus Keyamo will attend the launch of a book ‘100 Years of Civil Aviation In Nigeria: History, Issues and Prospects’ taking place in Lagos on Friday, May 23, 2025. The author of the book and aviation editor with New Telegraph Newspaper, Mr Wole Shadare disclosed this in a statement in Lagos. He also said other personalities who would join the minister at the event are the director-general of the…

United expands foothold in Africa, Boeing slow plane delivery hampers expansion

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Wole Shadare (New York) One of the United States biggest airlines, United, said it wants to grow more routes in Africa, stressing that one of its desires is to add cities in Africa as part of its growth plans The Chief Executive Officer of United Airlines, Scott Kirby told Aviation Metric in New York, United States, last week at the unveiling of its new United Polaris Studio suites, to give travellers new travel experience in its B787-9 aircraft, said. “We…

United raises the ante in elevated interior in premium class cabin, adds Startlink internet connectivity

Posted on May 13, 2025May 20, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Poised to give premium traveller an new travel experience in its B789-9 aircraft, mega carrier, United has raised the bar by adding elevated interior for new Boeing 787-9 aircraft with two, new business class suites, the greatest number of total premium seats in United’s fleet, an Ossetra caviar amuse-bouche service, Starlink connectivity and even larger 4K OLED seatback screens. United Airlines B787 United’s Polaris Studio suites are positioned in the first row of each business…

CFUIS boosts US Immigration support, business development, opens office in Nigeria

Posted on May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Centre for U.S. Immigration Services (CFUIS), a premier legal firm specialising in U.S. immigration law and global mobility, has officially launched operations in Nigeria. This marks a strategic move to bridge Africa’s talent and business potential with opportunities in the United States. Led by Nigerian-American attorney Dr. Martins I. Imudia, the expansion positions CFUIS as a trusted legal and business partner for individuals and organisations across the continent seeking expert guidance on U.S. immigration,…

Kuku:New Lagos airport domestic cargo terminal represents sustainable economic growth

Posted on May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has commissioned a new domestic cargo terminal as part of efforts to boost cargo business in the country. The terminal is expected to serve catalyst for increased domestic cargo business in the country. This is coming as the agency, as a way of opening up businesses in the country, has concluded plans to build more domestic cargo terminals at many of the aerodromes to encourage the easy movement…

NAHCO Inks Five New Deals

Posted on May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Royal Air Maroc, Kenyan, Enugu Air, Dornier and Cronos on Board Nigeria’s aviation total solutions provider, the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (nahco aviance), has announced the signing of a string of handling contracts with five different carriers. In a statement released during the week, NAHCO announced the addition of cargo freighter and cargo warehousing for Lagos and Abuja with Royal Air Maroc. The contract covers a period of five years and will end…

Why NCAT instructors, others are leaving for other training institutions-Reps

Posted on May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The House of Representative Committee on Aviation has expressed deep concern about the precarious situation at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAA),it stressing that the appalling wages of the instructors and other workers have made it difficult to attract more instructors. Chairman, House Committee on Aviation, Tajudeen Kareem Abisodun disclosed that the poaching of good hands by existing training institutions with higher salaries and good conditions of service has left the apex aviation training…

Digital transformation, backbone of modern travel businesses, says Finchglow boss

Posted on May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 by Wole Shadare

The Group Managing Director of Finchglow Holdings, Mr. Bankole Bernard, has highlighted the urgent need for structure, digitisation, and long-term thinking in the travel sector. He spoke at the recently hosted Lagos Zone of the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA) business workshop for travel professionals focused on empowering agencies with the tools to grow, scale, and succeed in today’s evolving market with theme, “Strategic Business Development for Travel Agencies.” Bernard emphasised the urgent…

Airbus’ Q1 2025 results demonstrate resilience, gross plane orders totaled 280

Posted on April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Aircraft giant, Airbus’ Q1 results demonstrates the progress the company is making on its priorities across the business. The firm is ramping up production in line with its plan but the delivery profile will be back loaded, reflecting the specific supply chain challenges they are facing this year, said Guillaume Faury, Airbus Chief Executive Officer. “We maintain the guidance that excludes tariffs which are adding complexity and remain uncertain in terms of implementation, scope and…

African airlines record -13.4% drop in demand for air cargo in March 2025

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Wole Shadare

Slowest of all regions, says, IATA African airlines saw a -13.4% year-on-year decrease in demand for air cargo in March, the slowest among the regions. Capacity increased by 10.5% year-on-year. Demand for air cargo is a useful barometer of trade, with many high-value items transport by air, such as smart phones and IT equipment, automotive components, precious metals and gems, perishable food items and pharmaceuticals. E-commerce shipments and other courier items are also a growing…

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