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Optical & Fixed Networks

Horizon Fiber Initiative to interconnect Ethiopia, Djibouti and Sudan

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December 5, 2024
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Ethio Telecom, Djibouti Telecom, and Sudatel Telecom Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a multi-terabit, redundant terrestrial fibre optic link interconnecting Ethiopia, Djibouti and Sudan.

JetBlue Cuts Multiple Flights Out Of New York’s JFK Airport In Latest Network Shake-Up

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December 5, 2024
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The carrier has been slashing unprofitable routes all through this year.

Pay rise on the way for Jetstar labour-hire workers

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December 5, 2024
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Under the in-principle agreement, cabin crew at Altara and Team Jetstar who work with directly-hired crew will see an average annual pay increase of $7,128 and $7,025 respectively, with Altara workers to also be paid for training and given direct emplo…

Air Canada To Start Charging For Larger Carry-On Bags On Basic Fares

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December 5, 2024
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The new rule will be implemented starting January 3, 2025.

Optical & Fixed Networks

Paratus plans fibre route linking Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia

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December 5, 2024
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Telecoms network operator Paratus Botswana announced on Wednesday it has started work on lighting a new fibre route – billed as the “SADC Highway” – that will connect Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Virgin begins codeshare tie-up with Air New Zealand

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December 5, 2024
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Tickets are now on sale under the agreement, which was approved by the ACCC in June and sees Virgin place its VA code on trans-Tasman Air New Zealand flights originating and sold in Australia, provided Air New Zealand sets the fares.

Rail industry news (Australia, New Zealand)

Community helps shape the Vision for SRL neighbourhoods

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December 5, 2024
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Burwood Station will connect Deakin University to a train line for the first time. IMAGE: Suburban Rail Loop

Thousands of Victorians are helping to shape the neighbourhoods around the six Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East stations, with their …

The post Community helps shape the Vision for SRL neighbourhoods appeared first on Rail Express.

Analysis: Which Of Lufthansa’s Airbus A321 Routes From Frankfurt Exceed 1,400 Miles In Length?

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December 5, 2024
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The airline has six scheduled routes with the most being to destinations off the European continent.

200,000 meals provided by Metro Trains

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December 5, 2024
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Metro Trains has made a $100,000 donation to Foodbank Victoria which will provide 200,000 meals to Melbournians who need assistance. …

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Video Podcast: Virgin rolls ahead on Qatar deal

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December 5, 2024
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Adam and Jake look at the latest news on the Virgin Australia-Qatar Airways deal, including controversy over a potential CEO appointment that may anger a key union.