THE global air transport industry experienced a "disappointing" 2010 in terms of fatal accidents and passenger fatalities according to UK-based ASCEND, which reported increases in both categories over 2009.

THE Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has commissioned modern toilet facilities at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos.

EMIRATES SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates airline, has set new records by operating its longest ever non-stop flight - 17.5 hours from Sydney to New York.

IT was laughable when  I read in the media the statement credited to Cross River State Governor, Liyel Imoke, that the state target market for the annual Calabar Carnival for now remains the Nigerian market.

SINCE 1880, the obelisk known as Cleopatra’s Needle has stood in New York’s Central Park, but a letter from the secretary general of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities indicates that this may change if the monument is not taken better care of.

JAGUAR a renowned name in the automotive industry, this year marks the 75th anniversary of the brand and 75 years of looking forward, designing and building cars that represent the very best of technical innovation, design leadership and sporting success.

Arik Air, a demestic airline on November 29 made history being the first Nigerian airline to fly this route after the demise of Nigerian Airways about a decade ago. However, not a few Nigerians have entertained fears on the sustainability of this route, while some believe that the achievement of category one aviation status by Nigeria early next year will boost the operations, reports PEARL NGWAMA.

THE Mercedes E-Class, comprising the Saloon and E-Coupe currently takes lead in the luxury vehicle market having recently been adjudged one of the best selling models in the upper range segment worldwide.