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British Airways to scrap flights between London, UK and Beijing, China
The carrier said it was "pausing" its service from the end of October until at least November next year. While flights to Shanghai and Hong Kong will continue. It comes amid weaker demand and a ban on UK flights over Russian airspace, which has resulted in longer journey times on some routes. Russia's civil aviation authority introduced the restrictions in February 2022, in retaliation to a British ban on the country's Aeroflot airline as part of sanctions related to the war in Ukraine. Luis Gallego, the chief executive of BA's parent company IAG, also warned earlier this month that the firm's capacity in Asian markets was "very reduced". It is understood that the carrier could eventually resume flights to Beijing and will keep its current decision under review.
Hainan Airlines kicks off Beijing-Mexico route
Hainan Airlines begins its foray into Central America as it commences its new Beijing-Tijuana-Mexico City route on 12 July. The new route will fly from Beijing to the Mexican capital twice a week on Mondays and Fridays. Return flights from Mexico to Beijing fly out on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Opening this route between China and Mexico provides passengers from both nations with a more comfortable and convenient travel experience. Airline executives likewise expressed hope that this will continue to promote a more comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. Hainan Airlines chairman Zhu Tao said: "The opening of [our] Beijing-Tijuana-Mexico City route not only provides a more convenient travel option for tourists from both countries, but also allows more passengers to have the opportunity to personally experience the unique cultural charm of the two countries, and deepen the friendship between the two peoples." Zhu added that the airline will further leverage its aviation business advantages in the near future. This will enable it to build a solid safety bottom line and provide passengers with an exceptional service experience.
Singapore Airlines to launch services to Beijing’s Daxing International Airport
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will launch daily flights between Singapore and Beijing’s Daxing International Airport on 11 November 2024, subject to regulatory approvals. Located in the south of Beijing, the airport gives customers convenient access to the Beijing, Hebei, and Tianjin regions, where several world cultural heritage sites are located, via a network of highways, subways, and railways. The Airline will also increase its frequencies to Beijing Capital International Airport to 21 weekly services from 5 August 2024, up from 18 weekly services. This means SIA will operate 28 weekly services to China’s capital city from November 2024. With the addition of Beijing Daxing, the SIA Group – which comprises SIA and its low-cost subsidiary Scoot – will serve 24 destinations in mainland China 1 , reflecting its firm commitment to this important market. The inaugural flight SQ810 to Beijing Daxing is scheduled to depart Singapore at 0030hrs (local time) on 11 November 2024 and arrive at 0635hrs (local time). The return flight SQ811 is scheduled to depart from Beijing Daxing at 0925hrs (local time) on 11 November 2024 and arrive in Singapore at 1550hrs (local time). Further details can be found in Annexe A. SIA will operate its Boeing 787-10 aircraft, which features 36 Business Class seats and 301 Economy Class seats, on this new service. Dai Haoyu, Acting Senior Vice President Marketing Planning, Singapore Airlines, said: “China is a key market for the Singapore Airlines Group. This new flight to Beijing Daxing allows SIA to offer an additional daily service to Beijing, a popular destination for both tourist and business travellers. With 24 destinations in the Group’s mainland China network, we offer some of the best options and connections for travel between Singapore and China, and beyond.” Kong Yue, Vice President, Beijing Daxing International Airport, said: “Singapore Airlines is the first foreign airline to operate services from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Singapore. We believe the inception of Singapore Airlines at Beijing Daxing International Airport will bring about a renewed sense of energy and opportunities, fulfilling the travel demand between both countries as we jointly work together for more good things to come.” Tickets for SIA’s Beijing Daxing services will be progressively made available for sale through the various distribution channels from 24 June 2024.
CNCC II Beijing adds to its International Credentials
Hotels and North Star Beijing agreement ceremony As the world-renowned capital of China since ancient times, Beijing has now developed into a modern international city. It is home to seven world heritage sites and the first capital city in the world to have a UNESCO Global Geopark. China National Convention Center phase II (“CNCC II”), the key construction project of Beijing, is located in the Olympic Green Area at the northernmost end of Beijing’s central axis and had served as the Main Media Center (MMC) for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. CNCC Its core mission is “implementing Beijing’s overall urban planning and strengthening its role as an international exchange center”. The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, North artist impression Since its construction in 2019, CNCC II has adhered to the concept of “international vision, global resources, technological advancement and sustainability” and operated in line with the national goal of achieving a low-carbon, eco-friendly and green transformation in the China MICE industry. To meet this goal, CNCC II is designed and constructed in accordance with LEED V3 platinum standard and Green Building 3-Star System standard. What’s more, many beneficial concepts have been implemented, such as the green venue transportation system, electromechanical system energy conservation, renewable resource utilization and intelligent energy management. At present, CNCC II, which is scheduled to open its doors in 2025, is in the process of interior design. CNCC II complex artist impression In September 2023, with the strong support from Beijing government and Beijing North Star, the global community for international association meetings industry - ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) decided to set up its China representative office in CNCC II, Beijing, China to bridge global networking exchange for the business events industry of Beijing and China. At the recently-concluded 62nd ICCA Congress, it was announced that ICCA will collaborate with CNCC II on the first ICCASkills hub project in China, which is a major initiative launched after the establishment of the ICCA China Representative Office. ICCA and the government of Beijing together with Beijing North Star is committed in upskilling and developing the workforce of the business events industry in China, and globally, to shape the future of meetings industry. Unveiling ceremony of ICCA China Rep Office In addition, in that same month, Beijing North Star Group, the developer of the China National Convention Center Phase II (CNCCII) signed an agreement for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Beijing, North and the Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel as part of the CNCCII convention complex. Mr Li Weidong, Chairman of Beijing North Star Group said, “North Star Group attaches great importance to this cooperation with two brands, and I believe that both parties will be able to further strengthen our brands’ interaction, build market visibility and open doors to new business opportunities while enhancing the CNCCII complex project.” Mao Yibing, President, Greater China, Marriott International Group, who signed on behalf of the Group, believes that this journey with the North Star Group will lead to joint brand promotion, resource integration and management innovation. The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, North at the CNCCII complex will be the third hotel of the century-old luxury hotel brand Ritz Carlton in Beijing, while the Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel will be the first in Beijing. The two hotels will open for business in 2026 providing an additional 953 rooms to the precinct and offering world class standards for international and national delegations attending MICE events, as well as high-end leisure and business travellers, both from China and abroad. The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, North will feature 282 guest rooms and suites, 6 dining venues, lobby bar, all-day dining, a Ritz Carlton Executive Lounge, one banquet room and four independent meeting rooms. The health and recreation center will include an indoor pool, gym and spa. Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel The Beijing Marriott Marquis Hotel will feature 671 guest rooms and suites, 6 dining options and a total of 3,270sqm of banquet and convention facilities. Once completed and put into operation, the main building of CNCC II will be integrated with the supporting facilities, featuring the convention center, the two high-end luxury hotels, a shopping mall and a commercial office building, resulting in a world-class convention precinct with multiple function spaces and supported by the latest technology. In the future, CNCC II will become the preferred destination for high-energy meetings, exhibitions and events. In addition, CNCC II will contribute to China’s MICE industry as it strives to achieve high-quality development while strengthening Beijing’s role as an international exchange center.
Dusit International held two-city ‘China Roadshow’ in Beijing and Shanghai
Led by Nichlas Maratos, VP – Commercial, Dusit International (front centre), Dusit’s delegation included sales executives from Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China, the Maldives, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the UAE, and Vietnam, as well as Global Sales Office leaders representing Dusit’s broader portfolio. Dusit International presented its expanding portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China and beyond as part of a two-city ‘China Roadshow’ for leading trade and media partners, which took place in Beijing and Shanghai, on June 27 and 30, respectively. La-ead Kovavisaruch (centre), Chief Executive Officer, Vimarn Suriya Company Limited, developer of the Dusit Central Park project, was also on hand with her team to share more details about this significant development. Led by Nichlas Maratos, VP – Commercial, Dusit International, Dusit’s delegation included sales executives from Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China, the Maldives, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the UAE, and Vietnam, as well as Global Sales Office leaders representing Dusit’s broader portfolio, who explained more about Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality and its commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for Chinese travellers at each of its properties. This included delivering insights into the four pillars of Dusit Graciousness – Service (personalised and gracious), Locality (uniquely linking guests with the local community), Well-being (delivering wellness experiences beyond the spa), and Sustainability (social, economic, environmental) – and how each property embraces these to deliver unique Thai-inspired offerings that appeal to the discerning tastes of Chinese travellers. Among these offerings: Devarana Wellness, a group-wide wellness concept designed to address guests’ most shared concerns – including destressing, detoxifying, and enjoying a deep restorative sleep – and outstanding dining experiences featuring authentic local specialties made using the finest local ingredients. The team also introduced its exciting roster of new and upcoming properties in key destinations worldwide. This included properties that opened during the past two years, such as ASAI Bangkok Chinatown (the first hotel under Dusit’s vibrant lifestyle brand, ASAI Hotels, which puts guests in the heart of Bangkok’s renowned Chinatown district), Dusit Hotel and Suites Doha (Dusit’s third hotel in Qatar) and Dusit Thani Tianmu Mountain Hangzhou (a luxury wellness-focused resort featuring a deluxe spa experience). Openings within the first half of 2023 were also spotlighted – including Dusit Suites Athens (Dusit’s first hotel in Europe), Dusit Princess Hotel Residences Nairobi (a unique hybrid property in the Kenyan capital’s cosmopolitan Westlands neighbourhood), ASAI Kyoto Shijo (Dusit’s first hotel in Japan), ASAI Bangkok Sathorn (Dusit’s second ASAI-branded hotel, near Bangkok’s central business district), and dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok (the first dusitD2-branded hotel in the city). The upcoming wellness-focused Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou – slated to soft open in July – was also unveiled, as were Dusit’s first properties in Nepal, Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel and Dusit Princess Kathmandu (both soft opening in July); Dusit’s second hotel in Japan, Dusit Thani Kyoto (opening this September); Dusit’s return to India with the opening of Dusit Princess Serviced Suites Kolkata and dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla (both in Q4); and its expansion in the South of Thailand with Dusit Princess Phatthalung (Q4). Dusit’s team also revealed that two more wellness-oriented properties are set to open in China soon, including Dusit Devarana Hangzhou and Dusit Princess Suites Hotel Ganzhou (both in Q4). All these openings will see Dusit’s global portfolio grow to a total of 62 hotels (approximately 13,700 keys) operating across 17 countries worldwide. More than 60 properties are in the pipeline and expected to open within the next three-to-four years. Regarding the bright future of Dusit Hotels and Resorts, roadshow attendees also learned more about Dusit’s most significant project to date – the brand-new flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok hotel, which is scheduled to open in mid-2024 as part of Dusit Central Park, a landmark USD 1.37 billion mixed-use development in the heart of Bangkok that will also comprise a state-of-the-art office tower, a high-end shopping mall, a large roof park, and ultra-luxury residences (Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside). Representatives from the residences were on hand to share insights into why this prime address is the ultimate home-away-from-home for discerning Chinese investors. Reflecting China’s importance as a key source market for Dusit Hotels and Resorts worldwide, especially in the Middle East, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, Dusit’s team also highlighted the company’s commitment to continuing to add services, experiences, and activities that enhance the stays of Chinese travellers – and its vision to open more new properties throughout China. “With 10 Dusit Hotels and Resorts already in operation in China, and with Chinese travellers among the top source markets for our properties worldwide, China holds great importance for our business, and we remain committed to sustainably expanding our presence in the country and enhancing our services for Chinese guests around the world,” said Maratos. “This roadshow is a testament to our dedication to nurturing lasting relationships with our partners and guests, and we are delighted and honoured to have the opportunity to forge new alliances, celebrate achievements, and chart a course for further growth and success within China’s vibrant and dynamic hospitality market.” Represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, Dusit has Global Sales Offices in Shanghai and Beijing. Dusit Hotels and Resorts currently in operation in China include Dusit Thani Dongtai; Dusit Devarana Hot Springs & Spa Conghua Guangzhou; Dusit Thani Wujin, Changzhou; Dusit Thani Qingfeng Garden, Changzhou; dusitD2 Binhu, Changzhou; Dusit Thani Sandalwoods Resort Shuangyue Bay, Huizhou; Dusit Thani Tianmu Mountain, Hangzhou; Dusit Thani Wellness Resort Suzhou; Heritage Villas Zhouzhuang, Managed by Dusit; and Dusit Thani Wetland Park Resort Nanjing.
British Airways restarts flights to Beijing, China, debuting its new ‘club suite’
British Airways’ first flight from London to Beijing in more than three years touched down at Beijing Daxing Airport. This was British Airways’ first passenger flight between the two cities since January 2020, when the route was suspended due to the pandemic. The resumption reclaims the airline’s exclusivity as the only British carrier operating a direct service between Beijing and the UK. Flights will operate four-times-a-week between Beijing and London, departing Daxing Airport on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. British Airways and joint business partner China Southern both operate from Daxing, giving customers greater connectivity between the UK and China, with easier transfers, a wider choice of onward flights and enhanced benefits. Frequent flyer benefits through the joint business, include greater opportunities to collect points, the ability to book through both airlines’ websites or apps, enhanced lounge access and access to high-quality Chinese and British products and services in the air and on the ground. To celebrate the long-awaited moment, Louise Street, British Airways’ Director of Worldwide Airports welcomed the inaugural flight, greeting customers and crew as they disembarked. Louise Street, said: “The restart of one of our most important routes after more than three years is a long-awaited moment for all of us at British Airways. Following the successful resumption of flights between Shanghai and London in April, we’re excited to be back in Beijing too, reuniting families and friends and facilitating international student and business travel once again. We are looking forward to working hand-in-hand with our joint business partner China Southern, to provide wider transit options and various benefits to our customers in China and the UK.” Customers travelling between the two cities can enjoy the airline’s newly designed Club Suite (business class) cabin, with direct-aisle access, a suite door for greater privacy and luxurious flat-bed seats in a 1-2-1 configuration. Boasting 40 per cent more storage, including a vanity unit and mirror, WiFi, enviable 18.5-inch inflight entertainment screens, high-definition gate-to-gate programming and PC / USB power, luxurious new furnishings including a plush new pillow and a warm quilt from The White Company, new amenity kits and an enhanced service and an improved dining experience. In October 2019, British Airways was the first international flag carrier to move operations across to the newly opened, Daxing Airport, designed by British architect, the late Zaha Hadid. Customers flying into Daxing can benefit from a high-speed rail link into the city, and enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, including a newly re-designed lounge for those eligible. Tickets are on sale now, on: ba.com and all British Airways customers, including those travelling to and from Beijing, have the option to purchase high-quality carbon offsets from certified climate projects and sustainable aviation fuel.
Hong Kong International Airport Kicks Off “World of Winners” Air Ticket Giveaway Campaign in Beijing
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) hosted an event in Beijing to introduce the "World of Winners" air ticket giveaway campaign to media in the capital city. The event was hosted by Fred Lam, Chief Executive Officer of AAHK, with Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as guest of honour. Representatives from the Office of the Government of the HKSAR of the People's Republic of China in Beijing, the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, and the participating airlines of Hong Kong, also attended. “World of Winners” is launched in support of the HKSAR Government’s “Hello Hong Kong” promotional campaign to welcome visitors back to the city and to support the recovery of Hong Kong’s aviation industry after the pandemic. AAHK has sponsored 500,000 tickets which are being offered by three home-based airlines of Hong Kong to travellers from around the world. Of the 500,000 tickets, 140,000 tickets will be distributed to Mainland travellers for visiting Hong Kong, and 80,000 tickets to Greater Bay Area residents for flying to international destinations via Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Starting later this month, the tickets will be given away to Mainland travellers through activities organised by Hong Kong’s three home-based carriers: Cathay Pacific Airways, Hong Kong Express and Hong Kong Airlines. Prior to today’s event in Beijing, a media launch event for the ticket giveaway campaign was held in Shanghai on 15 April. This coming Saturday (22 April), “World of Winners” will officially land in Guangzhou.
AirAsia X expands China network with flights to Beijing
Following the recent recommencement of services to Shanghai and Hangzhou earlier this month, AirAsia X (AAX) continues to expand its China network with two weekly flights to Beijing, which resumed on 30 March 2023. The much-anticipated inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur landed at Beijing Daxing International Airport at 1:05am, while the return flight from Beijing arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 2) at 8:30am this morning. The service resumption is expected to stimulate business travel and tourism in both directions, with the potential surge in demand for international travel to China following its recent decision to begin reissuing tourist visas. AirAsia X Malaysia CEO, Benyamin Ismail said: “Our service resumption to Beijing reflects our commitment to boosting our network in China, which has historically always been one of our biggest and most popular markets and providing our guests with more options to travel affordably from/to Kuala Lumpur. “We are also looking at ramping up the frequency to four weekly flights starting 1st June 2023 to meet growing forecast demand, further boosting exchanges between the world’s second largest economy and Asean, and the region’s tourism recovery. “More expansion in China is on the horizon for AAX as we plan to relaunch more routes and introduce more unique, less travelled destinations in China in the near future.” Guests are advised to check the travel requirements of the country in which they travel. For travel requirements to China, please refer here. In celebration of the return to Beijing, AAX is offering 20% off All Seats All Flights for both Economy seats and Premium Flatbed on AAX (flight code D7). The promotional fares are available for booking from now to 2 April 2023 for the travel period between 10 April 2023 and 28 October 2023.
New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to Beijing Daxing Airport
by: Harry Johnson | Hong Kong Airlines today celebrated the launch of its second Beijing route, offering four-times weekly service connecting Hong Kong and the Beijing Daxing International Airport. The inaugural flight marked a significant milestone for Hong Kong Airlines as it made HKA the first local airline in Hong Kong to operate service to Daxing and also both international airports in Beijing. A celebratory event was held at Hong Kong International Airport to commemorate the launch of the first new service since the start of the pandemic. HKA Chairman Mr Hou Wei and Commercial Director Mr John Zheng officiated the ceremony, together with representatives from Airport Authority Hong Kong including Mr Steven Yiu, Executive Director, Airport Operations, and Mr Michael Yuen, General Manager, Hub Development. HKA also shared joyful moments by interacting with passengers and distributing souvenirs at the boarding gate. The inaugural flight HX308 departed Hong Kong at 0935 and arrived in Daxing Airport at 1255. Hong Kong Airlines’ first flight landing at Beijing Daxing International Airport was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute to congratulate the growth of route network. HKA management, Beijing Daxing International Airport representatives, as well as distinguished guests, held an inaugural ceremony with the theme “Hong Kong, Long Time No See” at the check-in counter, welcoming passengers onboarding the first flight to Hong Kong. Through artistic installations filled with Hong Kong’s unique cultural elements, passengers were treated to an immersive inaugural experience. In his opening remarks, HKA Chairman Hou Wei said: “Hong Kong Airlines is honored to be the first local carrier in Hong Kong to offer services at Beijing Daxing Airport, and opening this route will further strengthen the Company’s’ market position in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region.” What’s more, today’s inaugural flights achieved a very encouraging 90% load factor performance. “Benefiting from the unprecedented pent-up demand for travel, we’ll increase flight service between Hong Kong and Beijing. In the pipeline, our flights between Hong Kong and Daxing Airport will turn daily starting from 26 March, whilst we also look to gradually increase service between Hong Kong and Beijing Capital Airport from the current once-a-day to two to three flights a day, providing customers with highly flexible travel options by seamless connections under one ticket and direct baggage connections to our other regional flights,” said Mr Hou. With the lifting of travel restrictions in China and around the world, HKA continues to adjust its network strategies to accelerate the resumption of regional flights. It expects to increase flight operations to 44 sectors per day by April 2023, reaching 45% of those at the pre-pandemic level; flying to 18 regional destinations including Tokyo, Osaka, Okinawa, Sapporo, Seoul, Taipei, Bangkok, Manila, Hanoi, Bali, Beijing Capital, Beijing Daxing, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu and Haikou, which is 50% of the operation level before the pandemic. In addition, the Company is also launching a new direct service to Fukuoka in April, to further expand its regional network. Additionally, more flights will be added in the summer to cope with peak season demand. Full article: New Hong Kong Airlines Flight to Beijing Daxing Airport Copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Air Astana resumes Astana- Beijing flights
From 18 March 2023, Air Astana will resume flights from Astana to Beijing with a frequency of two per week on Wednesdays and Saturdays and a further increase set for summer. The flights will be operated on Airbus A321LRs. In addition, from 2 March 2023, the airline will increase the frequency of flights from Almaty to Beijing to four times a week with plans to increase this to daily flights during the summer season. These will be operated on Airbus A321LR and Airbus A321neo. Adel Dauletbek, Vice President for Marketing and Sales at Air Astana:"As we begin to navigate the summer season, the airline is gradually increasing its capacity in China to meet the growing demand of the country with the largest economy and population. Our passengers have the opportunity to travel on comfortable Airbus A321LR and A321neo aircraft. We are confident that these flights will be in demand by passengers who are heading to China for business, tourism and other purposes." The airline resumed flights to Beijing from 22 November 2022 after suspending operations with China in March 2020 due to the pandemic. From 2002 to 2020, more than 1,100,000 passengers were transported across this route.
China International MICE Exchange (CIMX) 2026 – Beijing, China
What is CIMX? The China International MICE Exchange (CIMX) is the premier platform for China‘s events, meetings, and incentive
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