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🌊 Magnitudo 8.8 earthquake struck Kamchatka, triggering tsunami waves across the Pacific. Alerts issued for Russia, Japan, Guam, Hawaii, Alaska, and the Galapagos. Hawaii reduced the alert level, resuming flights; airports in Hilo and Kahului were affected. Waves of 2.2 meters expected in French Polynesia's Marquesas Islands. California recorded waves of 0.5 meters. Japan's Miyagi saw waves up to 1.3 meters. Russia's Severo-Kurilsk experienced 5-meter waves. Colombia ordered evacuations in Pacific coastal areas.

✈️ From 2026 to 2030, Ita Airways plans to add one long-haul aircraft annually, reaching a fleet of 100 new-generation planes by 2030. The strategic plan includes expanding routes from Rome Fiumicino to North America, South America, Asia, and Africa, and strengthening ties with Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance. Full integration into Star Alliance starts early 2026. The company aims for profitability by the end of 2027, enhancing sustainability and service innovation.

✈️ On July 31, 2025, Ita Airways' board approved a 2026-2030 industrial plan without consulting unions representing over 5,000 workers. Unions, including Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl, and Uiltrasporti, criticized this move and the stalled renewal of the national labor contract, which expired on December 31, 2024. The plan, aiming for a fleet of 100 aircraft by 2030, was deemed weak and lacking investment in network expansion. Unions warned of impending industrial actions post-summer.

🛫 Heathrow, in the first half of 2025, reached a record-breaking 39.9 million passengers, driven by demand for Asia-Pacific and Middle Eastern destinations. The airport aims to surpass 84 million passengers by year-end. Heathrow excels in punctuality, with the highest on-time departures among European hubs. 98% of passengers clear security in under five minutes, and 99% of luggage travels with them. Revenue rose 1.9% to £1,724 million, boosted by long-haul flights and services. CEO Thomas Woldbye plans a five-year investment project for growth.

✈ Ana Holdings, nei primi tre mesi dell'anno finanziario 2025-2026, ha registrato un fatturato record di 548,7 miliardi di yen (circa 3,3 miliardi di euro), un aumento del 6,2% rispetto all'anno precedente. I voli internazionali hanno incassato 206,2 miliardi di yen (circa 1,2 miliardi di euro) con rotte Haneda-Milano, Stoccolma e Istanbul, e un tasso di riempimento medio dell'80%. L'utile operativo è aumentato del 21% a 36,7 miliardi di yen (circa 224 milioni di euro).

🚄 TAL Aviation Group signed a distribution deal with Eurostar, the high-speed rail service connecting the UK with continental Europe, including Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Romania, Sweden, and Ukraine. This partnership aims to expand Eurostar’s reach and strengthen its presence in key markets through TAL's network. Ann Castle highlighted the focus on making high-speed rail more accessible, while Leonid Marmer emphasized the alignment in delivering quality travel solutions. Customers will enjoy promotional campaigns, personalized travel packages, and an enhanced booking experience.