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The National
17-07-2025
- Business
- The National
Scotland to Europe ferry continues to face delays
No further progress has been made since it was announced in January that the Rosyth to Dunkirk ferry was expected to be delayed until spring 2026. The National reported at the time that this was due to issues with border control in Rosyth and continued funding delays. And now, DFDS, the ferry operator planning the route, has confirmed that no progress has been made since then. READ MORE: 'Long overdue': Scotland reacts as UK voting aged lowered to 16 French outlet Connexion reports that the Rosyth port requires an upgrade before the service can launch. DFDS has already asked the Scottish Government for grants to cover the cost of installing passenger-handling facilities and customs-related equipment at Rosyth. A spokesperson for DFDS told Connexion: Given the time that it will take to get the service up and running, that means I do not see the service starting this summer." Earlier this month, Scotland Office minister Kirsty McNeill said discussions set to take place in the coming weeks. She told Parliament on July 2: "My officials are in touch with the company behind the new proposed new route and relevant Scottish Government and DEFRA officials are looking at arranging a meeting as early as next week to look at possible solutions that would allow this project to go ahead." READ MORE: 'Disturbed': MP hits out after armed police threaten peaceful pro-Palestine protester The Scottish Government has previously said that it supports the development of Scotland's ports and the potential for new passenger ferry services linking it to mainland Europe. DFDS reportedly has a ship for the route, while Dunkirk port has said it is fully ready for the service to begin. The route is expected to run three weekly return sailings. Once operational, it is estimated that around 80,000 passengers will use the service each year.
CNN
15-04-2025
- Business
- CNN
American Airlines, last of the major carriers, is adding free Wi-Fi
American Airlines will soon offer free Wi-Fi on most of its flights, becoming the latest major carrier to add the perk. Beginning in January 2026, members of the airline's free loyalty program will have access to the perk. Wi-Fi will be available on 90% of its fleet with American announcing in a press release that it will offer internet on 'more planes than any other domestic carrier.' American was one of the few US-based airlines still charging for Wi-Fi, with prices ranging from $10 for a flight to $599 for an annual pass, according to its website. The carrier said it tested the strength of its free Wi-Fi on some routes and discovered that it had 'surpassed performance expectations.' Delta Air Lines added free Wi-Fi on most flights in 2023 and United Airlines recently announced that its free internet will be powered by Elon Musk's Starlink with some of its fleet equipped by the end of this year before eventually rolling out to every plane. JetBlue pioneered the perk, offering it since 2013. Internet on any airline has long been plagued by complaints for its inconsistent speeds. However, efforts by a host of satellite providers and airlines have helped the technology evolve significantly in the past decade. American said that AT&T will sponsor the service, helping to offset the cost of installing the planes with the necessary equipment. In-flight internet has been available since 2003, when plane maker Boeing announced its service, Connexion. Boeing discontinued the service in 2006 after the market had 'not materialized' as expected.
CNN
15-04-2025
- Business
- CNN
American Airlines, last of the major carriers, is adding free Wi-Fi
American Airlines will soon offer free Wi-Fi on most of its flights, becoming the latest major carrier to add the perk. Beginning in January 2026, members of the airline's free loyalty program will have access to the perk. Wi-Fi will be available on 90% of its fleet with American announcing in a press release that it will offer internet on 'more planes than any other domestic carrier.' American was one of the few US-based airlines still charging for Wi-Fi, with prices ranging from $10 for a flight to $599 for an annual pass, according to its website. The carrier said it tested the strength of its free Wi-Fi on some routes and discovered that it had 'surpassed performance expectations.' Delta Air Lines added free Wi-Fi on most flights in 2023 and United Airlines recently announced that its free internet will be powered by Elon Musk's Starlink with some of its fleet equipped by the end of this year before eventually rolling out to every plane. JetBlue pioneered the perk, offering it since 2013. Internet on any airline has long been plagued by complaints for its inconsistent speeds. However, efforts by a host of satellite providers and airlines have helped the technology evolve significantly in the past decade. American said that AT&T will sponsor the service, helping to offset the cost of installing the planes with the necessary equipment. In-flight internet has been available since 2003, when plane maker Boeing announced its service, Connexion. Boeing discontinued the service in 2006 after the market had 'not materialized' as expected.
CNN
15-04-2025
- Business
- CNN
American Airlines, last of the major carriers, is adding free Wi-Fi
American Airlines will soon offer free Wi-Fi on most of its flights, becoming the latest major carrier to add the perk. Beginning in January 2026, members of the airline's free loyalty program will have access to the perk. Wi-Fi will be available on 90% of its fleet with American announcing in a press release that it will offer internet on 'more planes than any other domestic carrier.' American was one of the few US-based airlines still charging for Wi-Fi, with prices ranging from $10 for a flight to $599 for an annual pass, according to its website. The carrier said it tested the strength of its free Wi-Fi on some routes and discovered that it had 'surpassed performance expectations.' Delta Air Lines added free Wi-Fi on most flights in 2023 and United Airlines recently announced that its free internet will be powered by Elon Musk's Starlink with some of its fleet equipped by the end of this year before eventually rolling out to every plane. JetBlue pioneered the perk, offering it since 2013. Internet on any airline has long been plagued by complaints for its inconsistent speeds. However, efforts by a host of satellite providers and airlines have helped the technology evolve significantly in the past decade. American said that AT&T will sponsor the service, helping to offset the cost of installing the planes with the necessary equipment. In-flight internet has been available since 2003, when plane maker Boeing announced its service, Connexion. Boeing discontinued the service in 2006 after the market had 'not materialized' as expected.
CNN
15-04-2025
- Business
- CNN
American Airlines is finally adding free Wi-Fi
American Airlines will soon offer free Wi-Fi on most of its flights, becoming the latest major carrier to add the perk. Beginning in January 2026, members of the airline's free loyalty program will have access to the perk. Wi-Fi will be available on 90% of its fleet with American announcing in a press release that it will offer internet on 'more planes than any other domestic carrier.' American was one of the few US-based airlines still charging for Wi-Fi, with prices ranging from $10 for a flight to $599 for an annual pass, according to its website. The carrier said it tested the strength of its free Wi-Fi on some routes and discovered that it had 'surpassed performance expectations.' Delta Air Lines added free Wi-Fi on most flights in 2023 and United Airlines recently announced that its free internet will be powered by Elon Musk's Starlink with some of its fleet equipped by the end of this year before eventually rolling out to every plane. JetBlue pioneered the perk, offering it since 2013. Internet on any airline has long been plagued by complaints for its inconsistent speeds. However, efforts by a host of satellite providers and airlines have helped the technology evolve significantly in the past decade. American said that AT&T will sponsor the service, helping to offset the cost of installing the planes with the necessary equipment. In-flight internet has been available since 2003, when plane maker Boeing announced its service, Connexion. Boeing discontinued the service in 2006 after the market had 'not materialized' as expected.
