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- Delta starts corporate traveler recognition program
Delta Air Lines started a pilot "check-in recognition program" last month for 31 corporate clients. The program includes companies such as IBM and GE, whose travelers see a tailored message when they check in at a kiosk, at delta.com or through Delta's iPad application. Delta is expected to announce additional benefits this year. BusinessTravelNews.com/The Beat
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- Boeing tightens standard for 787
Boeing has decided to use the tougher RCTA standard for testing its 787 batteries. Boeing spokesman Marc Birtel said the aircraft manufacturer did not use the standard before because it was developed "after we had completed our certification plans and begun our testing efforts." Reuters
(3/18), Frequent Business Traveler
(3/15)
- Boeing chooses GE as exclusive supplier of 777X engines
Boeing announced on Friday plans to use GE engines exclusively on its 777X. "This decision to work with GE going forward reflects the best match to the development program, schedule and airplane performance," said Bob Feldmann, the vice president and general manager of 777X development. Reuters
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- Global Clean Energy acquires camelina biofuels producer
Global Clean Energy Holdings has acquired Sustainable Oils, a company developing biofuels derived from the camelina plant. "The idea is to continue the efforts that [Sustainable Oils] has had in the past and expand on them even further,” said GCEH CEO Richard Palmer. Xconomy
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- IATA seeks to upgrade booking systems
The International Air Transport Association has filed an application with the Department of Transportation to upgrade the third-party computer system used to sell airline tickets. The upgrade would allow carriers to sell customized packages through travel agents and online travel sites. Perry Flint, a spokesman for IATA, said passengers would be able to compare fares without being required to give personal information. Los Angeles Times (tiered subscription model)/Money & Co. blog
(3/17)
- Air Canada is turning around, CEO says
In 2012, Air Canada reported a profit for the first time in five years after a series of changes to its business model. "As significant as it is for an entrepreneur to start a business, it's a lot tougher to convert a business that has been around for 25 years, and that's really what we're doing now," said Calin Rovinescu, the company's CEO. CNN
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- 5 simple tips for improving your company culture
"There are adoptable practices to turn a halfhearted team into one that's resilient and devoted," writes Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network. "It's as easy as celebrating and investing in your employees." Gimbel's tips include making teams out of people who don't normally socialize together, embracing cultural events like March Madness, involving employees in big decisions, setting aside regular times to meet with each staff member, and offering workshops and additional training. Fox Business Small Business Center
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