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Danish Crown and DFDS enter into a historic multi-year partnership agreement that includes an intensified commitment to – jointly – ensure the transition to CO2-neutral transport. The agreement also includes the immediate deployment of six additional electric trucks.The new agreement builds on the existing partnership where DFDS provides logistics and freight services to Danish Crown across their European operations, including transport to the UK via DFDS’ freight ferries.
A central part of the five-year agreement is a commitment from both parties to reduce the CO2 footprint. This agreement is based on many years of cooperation and ongoing innovation projects.
“We are pleased with the trust that Danish Crown is showing us with the conclusion of the agreement. It is a multi-year partnership, which among other things, is a prerequisite for effectively reducing CO2 emissions. We will immediately deploy more electric trucks and trailers in Danish Crown’s logistics network. Then we will continue collaborating with Danish Crown on developing innovative solutions and processes that can pave the way for further reductions,” says Torben Carlsen, CEO of DFDS.
The agreement has an estimated value of up to five billion Danish kroner during the agreement period. As something new, a small part of the contract amount is earmarked for projects that can reduce the climate footprint from the transport of Danish Crown’s products.
“It is crucial that our partners are committed to the green transition and invest in solutions that can help reduce the climate footprint of our products’ journey from the farm to the fork. DFDS is very active in the testing and implementing new transport solutions, so we look forward to continuing our long-standing partnership,” says Jais Valeur, Group CEO of Danish Crown.ADVERTISEMENTDanish Crown wants to take the lead in ensuring a sustainable transition of food production and producing climate-neutral food by 2050. Therefore, the Group and DFDS are continuously working on several efforts to find solutions to ensure more sustainable logistics. As part of the agreement, six electric trucks and several electric trailers will be deployed. In doing so, Danish Crown joins the extensive Nordic network of electric trucks currently being implemented by DFDS. The electric trucks will travel across Danish Crown’s network and will be a crucial component in the overall reduction of Danish Crown’s transport emissions.
“As we continue our efforts to reduce the footprint of refrigerated transport, it is essential to emphasise the value of long-term partners such as the one we have with Danish Crown. The partnership allows for immediate initiatives to lower emissions while also allowing us to design longer-term solutions to ensure that we move towards zero emissions,” says Martin Gade Gregersen, Deputy EVP & Head of Cold Chain Logistics in DFDS.
The combination of electric refrigerated trailers and electric trucks enables Danish Crown to create a fully electric mode of transport and will build on the above-mentioned pilot project.

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Jet2holidays has announced that its enormously popular ‘Bid for a Break’ campaign will return for another year, delighting holidaymakers who have been looking forward to its welcome return.  The ‘Bid for a Break’ campaign, which gives holidaymakers the opportunity to bid for their next holiday for as little as just a few pence, has experienced sky-high popularity with a phenomenal number of customers bidding on a break since it launched in August 2021. After being inundated with requests for the popular campaign to return, Jet2holidays has confirmed that ‘Bid for a Break’ will relaunch from 17th April. 
Through the campaign from the UK’s largest tour operator, over 50 holidaymakers have successfully ‘Bid on a Break’ over the last three years. After being told that they had entered the lowest unique bid, the successful bidders purchased the holiday for the same price as their bid. 
Other successful holidaymakers have bid on and secured getaways with Jet2holidays to destinations such as the Canary Islands, Greece, Cyprus, Spain, the Algarve, and Turkey, with successful bids starting from as little as 2p. 
The first holiday to bid on, when the campaign relaunches, is a seven-night holiday for two adults and two children to the Pine Bay Holiday Resort in Izmir.
The other holidays available to bid on will include: ADVERTISEMENTA seven-night holiday for two adults to the Porto Platanias Luxury Selection in Crete A seven-night holiday for two adults and two children to the Jupiter Albufeira Hotel in the Algarve A seven-night holiday for two adults to the Oludeniz Beach Resort by Z Hotels in Dalaman With a new holiday available to bid on each week, holidaymakers have plenty of opportunity to successfully bid on a break throughout 2023. Bidding opens at 9.00am every Monday and closes at 12pm on a Thursday. 
To Bid for a Break, all holidaymakers need to do is download the Jet2 mobile app and add in their bid to the nearest pence. If they are the only user to bid that amount and that amount is the lowest, they will purchase the holiday for the same price as their bid.
Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “Since its launch, our Bid for a Break campaign has been extremely popular with holidaymakers, and we are delighted to announce that it is returning for another year. The campaign is much sought-after, so we have no doubt that customers will be as delighted as us to see it come back and it will prove to be a big hit once again. We know how much UK holidaymakers want to get away from the UK and enjoy a well-deserved holiday in the sunshine. With some fantastic holidays available to bid on every week, we are offering them the chance to do just that for as little as just a few pence. We wish everyone the best of luck and look forward to welcoming the successful bidders on holiday.”
The Jet2 mobile app can be downloaded for free from the App Store or on Google Play. It can be used to search, book, and manage ATOL-protected holidays and award-winning flights in one handy place. 
For further information on the campaign, please visit: https://www.jet2holidays.com/bid-for-a-break

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Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, has announced an exciting Antarctic 2024.25 season that offers more helicopter adventures than any other operator in the Polar Regions.In addition, the company has introduced various incentives to help travelers fulfill their dreams of a polar expedition to the 7th Continent.
“Without a doubt, our 2024.25 season will be our most helicopter-focused Antarctic season ever,” said Andrew White, President of Quark Expeditions. “We’ve increased the opportunities for guests to experience the Antarctic from the air in Ultramarine’s two twin-engine H145 helicopters. This has been part of our longterm strategy for the game-changing Ultramarine, which will offer heli-landing and flightseeing on multiple Antarctic voyages.”
“Guests on World Explorer and Ocean Adventurer will be able to choose from a robust portfolio of land- and sea-based adventures—including kayaking, Zodiac cruising, hiking and wildlife-watching—under the expert guidance of our expedition team, who are recognized as the best in the polar industry,” said White.
The 30 departures (ranging from 7 to 23 days) in Quark Expeditions’ Antarctic 2024.25 season include voyages to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Georgia Island, the Falkland Islands and Patagonia.
Quark Expeditions has also introduced a variety of incentives for the 2024.25 season. “When planning for this new Antarctic season, we took into consideration the barriers currently facing global travelers,” said Thomas Lennartz, Vice-president of Sales and Client Experience. “In addition to offering 25% off select Antarctic voyages—with an extra 10% off when paying in full at time of booking—we’re introducing a $1,000 USD flight credit off the top of their trip costs on all departures. We’re topping that off with a US $250 shipboard credit (on all departures) which guests can use at their discretion.”ADVERTISEMENTThe financial incentives, combined with the one-of-a-kind off-ship experiences exclusive to Quark Expeditions, bode well for a very successful Antarctic 2024.25 season.
Guests get up to 25% off select voyagesAn additional 10% off when paying in full at time of booking$1,000 USD flight credit on top of traveler’s trip costs on all Antarctic 2024.25 departures$250 shipboard credit on all departuresThe most helicopter adventures than ever before offered in the Antarctic.View the entire Antarctic 2024.25 quarkexpeditions.com/antarctic/season-launch/2024.

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Today, Expedia® released its Summer Travel Forecast, providing key insights to help Americans plan and save on their summer vacations. According to Expedia data, flight searches are up 25% overall for June through August compared to the same time last year, and interest is up triple digits for international destinations across Europe and Asia. In addition, average ticket prices drop $125 from their peak in early July to August.“This summer, travelers are clearly ready to dust off their passports and embrace jet lag as they set off overseas,” says Melanie Fish, head of Expedia Group brands public relations. “The data shows the sweet spot for saving on summer airfare is right around the corner, but these days you can actually guarantee you’re getting a great deal by tracking flights on the Expedia app or adding Price Drop Protection to your flight, which automatically refunds you if the price drops after you book.”
Summer Destination Trends
While U.S. travelers are returning in droves to popular destinations including New York and Cancun, the biggest year-over-year increases are for longer-haul destinations including Auckland, Hong Kong and Osaka. Despite average flight ticket prices sitting higher than last summer, strong demand trends indicate travelers are ready to make the most out of their summer vacations.

*Based on Expedia flight demand as of April 1, 2023, for travel during June to AugustADVERTISEMENTSince reopening its borders last fall, Japan continues to see incredible interest and is one of the fastest-growing international destinations year-to-date for U.S. travelers. Flight searches for summer are up triple digits compared to the same time period last year for Osaka (+592%), Tokyo (+290%) and Kyoto (+265%).
How to Save on Summer Travel
The sweet spot to save on domestic airfare and save around 8% is 21 to 60 days out, while Americans planning summer trips abroad should book as soon as possible for the best rates.
Prices can fluctuate in the lead-up to departure, but with Expedia’s Price Drop Protection travelers can get refunded for the difference if the flight becomes cheaper after they book. Launched earlier this year in the Expedia app, Price Drop Protection is available on most flights for a nominal fee, currently with no annual limits on refunds.

To save on airfare, travel during late August and avoid holiday weekends. Average ticket prices drop an average of $125 compared to the peak in early July. Meanwhile, the July Fourth weekend is currently the busiest and most expensive weekend of the summer for air travel. ATPs for the holiday weekend are 12% higher than average for the month.
Read more tips for saving on flights and start your summer vacation planning here.  https://www.expedia.com/Flights

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When Jessica Burchett arrived at Ontario International Airport (ONT) last Thursday, she had no idea she was about to become an instant celebrity as the 30 millionth passenger since the transition of the airport to local ownership six years ago.The departing Southwest Airlines® passenger and Rancho Cucamonga resident could barely contain herself when her boarding position was announced as the lucky traveler, winning free round trip airline tickets during a festive – and surprise – celebration at Gate 404.
“I won! I can’t believe it,” Burchett screamed as she was called up to the podium, unaware moments earlier that a celebration was being planned. It wasn’t until she got to the gate, and saw the balloons, signage and TV cameras that she realized something was up. In fact, she wasn’t even scheduled to be on the departing flight to Denver, with a connection to Minneapolis, but changed her travel arrangements the night before.
“We literally were on a later night flight, but I needed to get to Minnesota, so I changed the flight. And there was so much fun, and here we are. I’m super excited,” she said.
Burchett said she frequently flies out of ONT to attend her children’s sporting events.
“It’s super convenient. It’s a few miles from the house. It’s easy to get in and out of. It’s my favorite airport,” she said. As for the free tickets, courtesy of Southwest®: “I travel so much for my kids sports that this is a money saver and it’s phenomenal.”ADVERTISEMENTThe celebration of 30 million passengers comes a little more than six years since ONT’s return to local ownership. In that time, passenger volumes have increased by more than one-third as ONT has become one of the aviation industry’s great success stories. Ontario International welcomed more than 5.7 million airline travelers last year, 2.8% more than 2019 and its highest passenger volume since 2008. It was also among an elite group of airports in the U.S. that, on a full-year basis, exceed pre-pandemic levels in 2022.
“It’s not about the number – 30 million passengers. It’s about 30 million lives being impacted. That’s 30 million people meeting up with their families. It’s 30 million travelers who are contributing to the local economy, creating thousands of jobs for folks out here. That’s what this milestone really means,” said Alan D. Wapner, president of the Ontario International Airport Authority (OIAA) Board of Commissioners.
“On behalf of the nearly 200 Southwest Employees at ONT, we’re thrilled to be part of this exciting milestone, connecting our Customers to the people and places that matter most in their lives,” said Jesse Perez, Ontario Station Manager for Southwest Airlines. “We’re thankful for this 38-year partnership with Ontario International and look forward to our next milestone.”

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Special “Night Owl Fares” as low as $5 – $20 are now available on select Amtrak Northeast Corridor (NEC) routes. This is a great option for travelers returning from concerts, plays, sporting events or those who prefer later or earlier departures. How Night Owl Fares work: Off peak hour trains traveling between Washington, D.C. and New York only, departing between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m., will feature ultra-low fares for Coach tickets on Northeast Regional and other select routes. This deal is now available for most Northeast Corridor city pairs including stops in New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Sample One-Way Coach Fares To/From:
New York – Washington: $20New York – Baltimore/BWI: $15Washington – Newark/Newark Liberty: $15New York – Philadelphia: $10New York – Wilmington: $10Philadelphia – Washington: $10Washington – Wilmington $10Philadelphia – Baltimore/BWI: $5New York – Newark/Newark Liberty: $5Washington – Baltimore/BWI: $5Additional restrictions, terms and conditions apply. Learn more at amtrak.com/nightowl.

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dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, announced the promotion of Phil McGrane to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), dnata Brazil with immediate effect.
In his new role, Phil will lead dnata’s overall strategy and business, driving the company’s growth and success across the country.
Phil has been with dnata for over 10 years. Since last July, he has overseen dnata Brazil’s operations at 29 airports as Acting CEO, managing a team of 5,000 local aviation professionals. In his previous position as Chief Commercial Officer, he was responsible for leading all of the company’s commercial activities, including business development and customer relations.
Phil has over 30 years’ experience in the aviation and transport industries. Prior to joining dnata he held various senior roles, supporting the commercial operations and growth of globally renowned companies in the Middle East, USA and Europe.
David Barker, Divisional Senior Vice President, Airport Operations, said: “Phil has made a significant contribution to dnata’s business in Brazil over the past decade. His strong leadership skills, commercial mindset and customer-centric approach make him the right person to lead the company through its next phase of growth in the country.ADVERTISEMENT“Phil’s appointment is a reflection of our commitment to promoting from within and recognising the contributions and achievements of our high-performing colleagues.”
In recent years dnata has significantly expanded its footprint in Brazil. It currently operates at 29 airports in the country, serving more than 15 airlines. In 2022, dnata acquired the remaining 30% stake to assume full ownership of dnata Brazil and has further plans to enhance its operations across South America.As one of the world’s largest air and travel services providers, dnata offers ground handling, cargo, travel and catering & retail services at over 130 airports in more than 30 countries across six continents.

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It is important for Budapest Airport that the employees of the BUD group should be able to count on the company even in difficult economic circumstances, which is why the airport operator increased the salaries of its employees by an average of 13 percent last March and by 10 percent in October, in an extraordinary procedure, bringing the 2023 wage increase forward.Part of this year’s wage increase was thus already introduced last fall, and the employer, taking into account the current economic circumstances, implemented the second instalment of the wage increase in March this year, raising wages by a further 7 percent. The employees of the BUD group will thus take home more than 17 percent more on average than last fall, and the company has increased basic wages by an average of more than 30 percent in a year.
Budapest Airport implemented two significant wage increases last year, in response to soaring inflation and the difficult economic conditions. In March, the wages of BUD group employees increased by an average of 13 percent (15 percent in some positions) and by a further 10 percent in October, with a part of the 2023 wage increase being brought forward. With a part of the 2023 wage increase being brought forward, Budapest Airport employees received increased salaries earlier than usual, thus supporting their livelihoods, and in March this year, the airport operator implemented the second part of the 2023 was increase. Together with the additional 7 per cent pay rise provided with March salaries, the wages of employees at Budapest Airport, RÜK Kft. and BUD Security Kft. increased by more than 17 per cent in six months and more than 30 per cent in a year, on average.
The amount of the Christmas bonus and the loyalty bonus have also increased. The allowance for staff commuting to work by car from outside Budapest is rising to 20 HUF/km from March, while employees from Budapest will continue to be entitled to a gross monthly travel allowance of 14 286 HUF gross, the net amount of which is equal to the price of a monthly public transport pass. For staff commuting from outside the city by train or bus, 86% of the fare is reimbursed, in line with legal provisions.
Budapest Airport also wants to support families, so in the case of paternity leave, where the father is entitled to ten working days of leave upon the birth of a child, but only 40% of the absentee pay is due after five days, the airport supplements the allowance to 100%.
Zsuzsa Zahorán-Pirisi, the chief human resources officer of Budapest Airport, emphasized: “We recently received great recognition; Budapest Airport was named the best airport in Europe among airports with 15-25 million passengers, which would not have been possible without the dedicated work of BUD group employees. Even though 2022 was the third year impacted by the downturn caused by the global pandemic and full recovery is still to come, it is important for us that our employees feel that Budapest Airport is grateful for their work and understands the difficulties they face every day, due to the increased prices. We are doing everything we can to support them in this difficult situation, and I am proud that with our current wage offer, we have managed to provide an outstanding wage increase. The supportive atmosphere characteristic of the company further reinforces the stability we offer them as an employer.”ADVERTISEMENT

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