Airlines

Japan Airlines rents clothes to customers, To Let them Travel Light

Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation will begin a trial of the “Any Wear, Anywhere” clothes-sharing service (referred to as “the Service”) for foreign tourists and business travelers who fly on JAL-operated flights to Japan. The study will assess the programme’s environmental benefits.

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There is a growing global movement to encourage sustainable tourism as more and more people start flying again after the COVID-19 pandemic and with the new focus on sustainability. There aren’t enough options for travelers who want to make more environmentally friendly decisions about their trip destinations, lodging, modes of transportation, etc. For instance, the majority of travelers these days prefer dining at local eateries and lodging in hotels, but they typically carry their own apparel from home.

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By encouraging more people to utilize the Service, the goal is to foster a setting in which visitors may choose local options for all of their clothes, dining, and lodging needs, making vacations and business visits more environmentally friendly. Sumitomo Corporation will be in charge of establishing the reservation system and will also be in charge of acquiring, cleaning, and delivering the clothing as part of the Service. All clothing available for rent will be sourced from overstock and preowned clothing, advancing the idea of a circular economy.

＜Illustration of the service concept>

How to use:
1. Visit the “Any Wear, Anywhere” reservation site:
Anywearanywhere.store
2. Go to the Reservation page and select the clothing set that best suits the season and purpose of your visit to Japan.
3. Enter your JAL flight booking number, the date of pickup and return of the clothing set, and information about the destination where you wish to pick up the clothing set, and make a payment.
(Note: Reservations must be made at least one month in advance. In principle, the return date must be within two weeks of the pickup date.)
4. Board a JAL-operated flight with less baggage.
5. Pick up and return the reserved clothing set at your hotel.

Airlines

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.