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Emirates will return its flagship A380 to Japan’s Narita airport.

Japan reopens: Emirates’ flagship A380 returns to Narita to meet demand surge

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UAE, Dubai, October 12, 2022 – As Japan eliminates the daily arrival cap and relaxes the COVID-19 testing and self-quarantine rules for inbound travel, Emirates, the largest global airline, will increase capacity on its Narita-Dubai route beginning on November 15. Emirates has noticed a rise in reservations for flights to its gateways, Narita and Osaka, following the Japanese government’s move last month to loosen the entry restrictions.

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At 2:55 p.m. departing Dubai, Emirates aircraft EK318 will land in Narita at 17:20 p.m. The returning aircraft, EK319), leaves Narita at 22:30 and lands in Dubai at 5:30 the next day. Every time is local.

The Emirates A380’s return to Narita also demonstrates the airline’s dedication to Japan’s tourism and travel industry over a lengthy period of time. The airline’s daily service to Osaka EK316/317, flown by the Boeing 777, aims to meet the pent-up demand for travel into Japan while also giving passengers choice and flexibility.

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Emirates is commemorating 20 years of productive operations at Kansai International Airport in Osaka this year. In 2002, Emirates became the first airline to provide air connectivity between Japan and the UAE and the other nations of the Arabian Gulf. Despite the pandemic’s difficulties, the airline continued to support the neighbourhood by shipping vital air freight between Japan and other international markets. This helped to maintain the trade connections that were crucial during the exceptional times via its hub in Dubai.

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Leisure travellers from over 60 countries can now travel to Japan visa-free and without guided tours. However, travellers must still check the entry requirements. Tickets can be booked on emirates.com, the Emirates App, or via travel agents.

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The Emirates A380 experience remains highly sought after by travellers offering 14 First Class suites and 76 lie-flat seats in Business Class. Customers travelling to and from Narita can look forward to enjoying its spacious and comfortable cabins, signature products that offer travellers the best experiences in the sky like the Onboard Lounge, First Class suites, Shower Spa and an award-winning inflight entertainment system that includes more than 5,000 channels of on-demand entertainment. The airline has been gradually accelerating the deployment of its flagship A380 aircraft in line with the growing demand for air travel. Currently, Emirates’ Superjumbo is deployed to over 30 global destinations with more routes to be announced in the near future.

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German Carrier Lufthansa Plans for 20% Job Cuts in Administration

Lufthansa Airlines is reportedly planning significant job cuts in its administrative workforce. According to Manager Magazin, the German carrier intends to reduce administrative positions by 20% as part of its cost-cutting measures amidst an anticipated decline in earnings.

This reduction could impact approximately 400 jobs, the report revealed. While Lufthansa has not directly commented on the layoffs, the airline confirmed its goal of cutting administrative costs by 20% by 2028.

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The strategy involves leveraging digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation. “A hiring freeze is currently in place for administrative roles at Lufthansa Airlines,” said a company spokesperson.

The staff reduction is expected to occur through natural attrition and age-related turnover, rather than forced layoffs. The internal projection cited by the magazine warns that Lufthansa could face an operating loss of €800 million ($843.92 million) by 2026 if no corrective measures are taken.

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The report highlights the challenges companies face in aligning workforce requirements with current and future demands. Failure to adapt could necessitate drastic actions, such as restructuring and layoffs, which carry significant repercussions for both the organization and its employees.

As Lufthansa navigates these challenges, the airline appears committed to balancing cost efficiency with digital transformation to maintain its competitiveness in a rapidly evolving industry.