The National Industrial Property Institute (INPI) has published its ranking of the top patent holders in France, and Safran has come in at first place, with its portfolio of 16,457 active patents. Safran has come ahead of giants such as Airbus, Boeing, Stellantis and Valeo
Finnair has marked its centenary year with 100 employee-driven sustainability initiatives, from energy creation to digital practices. The efforts support the carrier’s commitment to achieving carbon-neutral flying by 2045
SELL: The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued two final rules to boost airline passenger rights, designed to eliminate hidden fees and make it easy to get a refund when things go wrong. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg explains the policies
The expert judging panel has selected the 25 finalists in the 2024 Crystal Cabin Awards, with key themes of sustainability, health, luxury – and of course innovation – all of which can enhance the passenger experience. There are some big names competing across the eight awards categories
Jamco Corporation has released details of its next-generation ‘Metamorphic’ aircraft lavatory, designed with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to make air travel more inclusive and enjoyable for passengers with reduced mobility (PRMs)
Jamco America and Qantas are among the inaugural members of the Aviation Circularity Consortium, established to engage with airlines, regulators, OEMs and suppliers to drive circularity in supply chains. Qantas sees untapped potential in the high-value materials from retired aircraft that could be recycled and used to create parts in future aircraft cabins
Satellite communications company, Viasat, has officially opened its high-tech international business headquarters in Finsbury Square, London, featuring innovation labs. The site is a key part of Viasat’s focus on streamlining operations and driving synergies
The organisers of World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) have released the Taste of Travel programme for 30th May, with a focus on the theme of passenger health and wellbeing. Taste of Travel is a free-to-attend programme of educational sessions, live cooking demonstrations and tasting opportunities
Touch Inflight Solutions has partnered with Parrot Analytics to deliver data-driven inflight entertainment experiences, with the aim of driving satisfaction and loyalty for airline partners
FACC has released its results for the 2023 financial year. Highlights include a 21.3% increase in revenue, a tripling of EBIT, and a positive outlook for the 2024 financial year, with a further growth in revenue of 10 -15% expected
