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Global Airlines Unveils A380 Cabin Interiors and Crew Uniforms

The appointment of Factorydesign to spearhead the design of the airline’s onboard product expands Global Airlines‘ network of knowledgeable aviation partners.

Given an aircraft-wide brief to reimagine the golden age of travel on the A380, the multi-award winning agency, based in West London but active throughout the world, has been working with the new airline since the beginning of the year.

Additionally, Global has given Factory the task of identifying ways to make the long-haul onboard experience for passengers even better. These innovations and improvements should help the airline differentiate itself from competitors by offering superior levels of comfort and service in every cabin.

A variety of deep reds have been used by Factory, by the airline’s brand guidelines, to create an elegant and lively onboard atmosphere, as seen in the photos of the First Suites entrance and the new main deck entrance.

An impression of the new entrance to the main deck.

Global and Factory will shortly commission a concept First Suite which will be exhibited through the course of 2024.

James Asquith, the CEO of @globalairlines, recently took to Twitter to share an exciting update on the ongoing evolution of Cabin Crew uniforms. While emphasizing that these showcased designs are not the final versions, he expressed enthusiasm as the designs are progressing closer to completion. As the question of when Global will be hiring cabin crew arises frequently, James felt it was the opportune moment to unveil these updates, especially after the successful maiden flight of their first aircraft.

He conveyed the company’s eagerness to onboard exceptional cabin crew members who will contribute to fostering a familial atmosphere at Global. The aim is to cultivate an environment where individuals not only love their profession but also feel valued and connected. James hinted at upcoming opportunities for those passionate about flying, promising enticing layovers and competitive pay.

Among the showcased designs, one featured a red blazer paired with a skirt, while the other depicted a striking red fitted dress. Both ensembles were complemented with colored scarves, black gloves, and elegant black high-heeled shoes.

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Boeing to Slash 17,000 Jobs Worldwide Amid Ongoing Factory Strike

Boeing to Slash 17,000 Jobs Amid Ongoing Factory Strike

Boeing, one of the world’s largest aerospace manufacturers, is facing a severe crisis. The company announced on Friday that it will lay off 17,000 employees—roughly 10% of its workforce.

This decision comes amid a prolonged strike, production delays, and ongoing safety concerns with its aircraft. Kelly Ortberg, Boeing’s CEO since August, delivered the news, stating, “Our business is in a difficult position, and it is hard to overstate the challenges we face together.

Beyond navigating our current environment, restoring our company requires tough decisions, and we will have to make structural changes to ensure we can stay competitive and deliver for our customers over the long term.”

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Boeing has been struggling financially, with the last reported profit in 2018. The company’s largest union, with 33,000 members, has been on strike for nearly a month after rejecting a labor deal. The ongoing walkout is reportedly costing Boeing around a billion dollars each month as negotiations remain at a standstill.

Compounding these issues, Boeing’s much-anticipated boeing 777x wide-body plane is now six years behind schedule, with deliveries postponed until 2026. This follows the discovery of structural damage during flight tests. Boeing also announced it will stop manufacturing its commercial 767 freighters after fulfilling its remaining orders by 2027.

Financially, the company expects to report a significant third-quarter loss—nearly $10 per share—and a total cash outflow of $1.3 billion. boeing new aircraft commercial airplane unit faces a $3 billion pretax charge, while its defense business will absorb an additional $2 billion hit.

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The strike has severely impacted production at key boeing facilities, particularly in Seattle, where half of the company’s nearly 150,000 employees work. Since 2019, Boeing has lost approximately $25 billion.

Ortberg was brought in over the summer to help the company regain public trust following safety concerns, especially surrounding the 737 Max line, which was involved in two deadly crashes. Earlier this year, a separate incident involving a panel popping off a 737 Max mid-flight reignited concerns. A Federal Aviation Administration investigation following the event found that Boeing had failed 33 out of 89 product audits.