Aer Lingus has extended its 10kg carry-on baggage policy across all Aer Lingus Regional flights operated by Emerald Airlines. Every fare type includes a 10kg bag as standard, which can be checked in free of charge or carried on board for a fee. The policy extends to all flights between Ireland and the UK, domestic flights within Ireland and the UK and all European flights. Customers who book a Plus or Advantage fare with Aer Lingus or Aer Lingus Regional enjoy a free 10kg carry-on bag, no matter where they’re flying. Customers booking a Saver fare can pay to take a bag on board or check it into the hold for free. AerClub members holding Silver, Platinum and Concierge tier status will also enjoy the 10kg carry-on baggage benefit.
Katanox has launched Katanox Capital, a settlement and liquidity infrastructure that changes how money moves in the hospitality industry. It replaces card-based, post-facto settlement with guaranteed, account-to-account payouts tied directly to booking certainty. Travel agents can settle on a consolidated monthly basis and hotels are paid directly to their bank accounts in daily, non-reversible batches. The new infrastructure unifies payments and bookings to deliver guaranteed settlement and improved liquidity, while reducing costs for hotels, travel agents and corporate buyers.
London City Airport has appointed Andy Cliffe as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He previously held senior leadership roles at Manchester Airports Group and most recently served as Group CEO of AGS Airports in the UK. He is also an Operating Partner at Macquarie Asset Management and supported its acquisition of a stake in London City, joining the airport’s Board as a Non‑Executive Director. He replaces Alison FitzGerald who will step down following a managed handover period. The announcement comes as the airport prepares to increase annual passenger capacity from 6.5 million to 9 million. The airport is also seeking regulatory approval to introduce the Airbus A320neo to unlock further network, sustainability and efficiency benefits.
Uber for Business users are being offered a year’s free subscription to Uber’s paid-for membership service Uber One, giving them access to exclusive perks. These include earning up to 10% credit on rides, trains and flights, free delivery on eligible food and grocery orders, up to 60% reduced service fees on Uber Eats and access to exclusive offers. Recent research by the company found that 48% of employees believe expanded perks are important when making employment decisions and enhance staff wellbeing.
Ole Orvér, formerly Chief Commercial Officer at Finnair, has been appointed as the new CEO of the oneworld. The Swedish national will join the airline alliance on April 1 and replaces Nathaniel Pieper, who joined American Airlines as Chief Commercial Officer in November 2025. Before Finnair, Orvér held senior roles at Qatar Airways, Air Berlin, LOT Polish Airlines and SAS Scandinavian Airlines.
CapitaLand Ascott Trust has acquired three rental housing properties in Southern Kanagawa, Greater Tokyo, Japan for JPY4.6 billion (USD$29.8 million). The move is in line with its strategy to strengthen its presence in key markets while building a resilient portfolio anchored by stable income streams. The three properties have an average occupancy of over 95%, with average lease terms of two years and benefit from strong corporate demand.
