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Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman Opens CAPA Summit with Bold Vision for Passenger-Centric, Tech-Driven Airline Growth
April 4, 2025  | Written by APEX Staff
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Breeze Airways Founder and Chief Executive Officer David Neeleman opened the CAPA Airline Leader Summit in Dublin on April 3 with a candid and wide-ranging conversation with APEX GCEO Dr. Joe Leader. As the first keynote airline discussion of the summit, the session set the tone for a day focused on innovation, strategic transformation, and […]

Canadian Airlines Forge Resilient Strategies Amid Economic Turbulence
 | Written by APEX Staff
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At the CAPA Airline Leader Summit on April 3, APEX moderated a high-impact panel of Canadian airline and airport executives during the session titled “Navigating threats and a highly uncertain future.” Industry leaders addressed rising geopolitical risks and volatile economic conditions as well as outlining strategic approaches to financial resilience, network expansion, digital transformation and […]

CJ ENM Brings K-Dramas to Emirates’ IFE
April 1, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Korean entertainment continues to grow in popularity, and now, airline passengers will have access to more exciting Korean content. CJ ENM, a South Korean entertainment company, has announced a partnership with Emirates to bring four of its most acclaimed K-Dramas to the carrier’s ice in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. The deal was facilitated by content distribution […]

Alaska Air Group Reveals Multiple AI Updates at SXSW
March 25, 2025  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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At South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas earlier this month, Alaska Airlines SVP Merchandising and Innovation Charu Jain revealed plans to become the world’s first carrier to use artificial intelligence (AI) to dispatch ramp agents as well as updates to its AI Destination Search tool.  The announcement regarding ramp operations was made during a […]

How CSPs Are Evolving: Spafax on AI, Data, and OTT Strategies
March 22, 2025  | Written by APEX Staff
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Content service providers (CSPs) have long played a central role in airline entertainment, but their responsibilities are shifting. Airlines no longer see in-flight entertainment (IFE) as just a seatback screen filled with movies. Instead, they expect CSPs to serve as strategic partners—integrating AI-driven personalization, data analytics, and over-the-top (OTT) streaming into a seamless, revenue-generating passenger […]

Air France Unveils Next-Generation La Première First Class in Paris
March 18, 2025  | Written by APEX Staff
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APEX Joins Exclusive Reveal of Air France’s Ultra-Luxury Cabin Air France officially revealed its highly anticipated next-generation La Première first-class suite today in Paris, marking the airline’s most significant update to its luxury long-haul experience since 2014. The unveiling showcased an evolution of the airline’s commitment to refinement, exclusivity, and technological advancement. This new La […]

Cathay Pacific’s State-of-the-Art IFE Interface Takes Personalization to New Heights
March 11, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Cathay Pacific recently revamped its in-flight entertainment (IFE) interface in collaboration with Reaktor Aero. The resulting product, which debuted on a Boeing 777-300ER retrofitted as part of the airline’s ground-breaking Aria business-class suites, reaffirms Cathay’s commitment to providing its customers with a premium, personalized in-flight experience. The system was designed for usability across 14 screens […]

Southwest Airlines’ Free Bags for All No Longer Flies
 | Written by APEX Staff
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Southwest Airlines today announced that it will introduce baggage fees for most fare classes effective May 28, officially ending its long-standing “Bags Fly Free” policy that set it apart from competitors. This marks one of the most significant shifts in the airline’s history, raising questions about how Southwest will retain its loyal passengers as the […]

Viasat Showcases In-Flight Advertising Potential at SXSW 2025
March 10, 2025  | Written by APEX Staff
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At South by Southwest (SXSW) 2025 in Austin, Viasat made a bold statement about the future of in-flight advertising, showcasing how brands can connect with air travelers in a way that is both targeted and scalable. Positioned just outside the festival’s advertising hub, Viasat’s activation drew global advertisers, airlines, and marketing professionals eager to explore […]

Alaska Airlines Group Unveils the Lobby of the Future at SXSW
March 9, 2025  | Written by APEX Staff
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At SXSW 2025, Alaska Airlines Product Director of Travel Experience Kristin Olsen unveiled the airline’s vision for the lobby of the future, a streamlined, high-tech check-in experience designed to eliminate lines, uncertainty, and unnecessary wait times. Following her presentation, Olsen spoke with APEX GCEO Dr. Joe Leader for an exclusive interview with APEX Insights for […]