Oneworld alliance partners Finnair and Qatar Airways have entered into a new long-term strategic cooperation on Nordic-Arabia flights between Helsinki, Stockholm and Copenhagen, and Doha. The arrangement will see the airlines cooperate on a comprehensive codeshare agreement on passenger and cargo capacity.

Emirates has confirmed plans to restore its non-stop A380 services to and from Auckland and Kuala Lumpur, starting from 1 December.

LATAM Airlines this week surpassed 300 million COVID-19 vaccines transported free of charge within Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru. This initiative is part of LATAM’s Solidary Plane program, which makes LATAM’s passenger and cargo network available for the benefit of people and sustainability projects in South America.

American Airlines has unveiled plans to overhaul its high-end Admirals Club lounges, beginning with Ronald Regan Washington National Airport (DCA) during autumn.

Turkish Airlines has introduced a new carbon emissions offset program, enabling passengers to contribute to environmental and communal initiatives.

Virgin Atlantic has unveiled its Airbus A330neo for the first time, designed to provide a premium, personalised experience. The airline’s Upper Class cabin boasts a brand new seat, evolution of its iconic social space and the unveiling of The Retreat Suite, billed as the most spacious suite in Virgin Atlantic’s history.

Star Alliance has signaled its intent to align with environmentally-friendly travel industry solutions, welcoming Deutsche Bahn as its first Intermodal Partner effective 1 August 2022.

Virgin Australia has revealed its winter menu for Business Class travellers – all dishes tried and tested by the airline’s crew before being handpicked for the skies. The winter fare features hearty café-style dishes with Aussie classics, pastas, and substantial salads using local Australian produce and served with Australian beer and wine and a selection of popular spirits.

Oman Air will join the oneworld® Alliance, further strengthening the premier airline alliance’s leading position in the Middle East.

Qantas has reintroduced its First Class offering to its customers travelling to and from Singapore with the return of its superjumbo A380 aircraft and re-opening of its First Lounge at Changi Airport.

Emirates has introduced a new Home Check-in Service that offers First Class customers the option to check-in from home, or hotel, in a comfortable and convenient manner.

Qantas is marking this month’s return to Rome after an 18-year hiatus, introducing Italian favourite dishes at select lounges and on international inflight menus throughout June.