Icelandair

atNorth CFO recognized in TechRound's 50 Women in Startups and Tech

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
CFO, Woman, Female, Mentorship, Icelandair, Creativity, Management

REYKJAVÍK, Iceland, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- atNorth the leading Nordic colocation, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence service provider, has announced today that its CFO & Deputy CEO, Eva Sóley Guðbjörnsdóttir has been included in TechRound's 50 Women in Tech campaign that celebrates the female entrepreneurs changing the tech and startup landscape across the UK and Europe.

Key Points: 
  • Eva's many accomplishments stem from her diverse background as CFO of Icelandair and COO/CFO of Advania.
  • Her shrewd business strategy has contributed significantly to the thriving nature and expeditious growth of atNorth.
  • "I am delighted to be recognized as a leader in the tech industry", states Eva.
  • "Women are still in the minority in major tech companies and this is something that must change.

atNorth CFO recognized in TechRound's 50 Women in Startups and Tech

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
CFO, Woman, Female, Mentorship, Icelandair, Creativity, Management

REYKJAVÍK, Iceland, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- atNorth the leading Nordic colocation, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence service provider, has announced today that its CFO & Deputy CEO, Eva Sóley Guðbjörnsdóttir has been included in TechRound's 50 Women in Tech campaign that celebrates the female entrepreneurs changing the tech and startup landscape across the UK and Europe.

Key Points: 
  • Eva's many accomplishments stem from her diverse background as CFO of Icelandair and COO/CFO of Advania.
  • Her shrewd business strategy has contributed significantly to the thriving nature and expeditious growth of atNorth.
  • "I am delighted to be recognized as a leader in the tech industry", states Eva.
  • "Women are still in the minority in major tech companies and this is something that must change.

Icelandair selects RTX's Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engines to power up to 35 Airbus A320neo family aircraft

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Aircraft, Pratt & Whitney, GTF, DHC, A321LR, Collins Aerospace, Airbus A320neo family, Pratt & Whitney PW1000G, Carbon, Icelandair, Boeing, CO2, PW150, 767-300ER, A321XLR, Jet fuel

EAST HARTFORD, Conn., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced that Icelandair has selected GTF engines to power up to 35 new Airbus A320neo family aircraft, comprising a mix of leased and purchased A321XLR and A321LR aircraft. With this order, Icelandair becomes a first-time GTF customer. The airline has also selected an EngineWise® agreement for the long-term maintenance, repair and overhaul of its GTF engines. Pratt & Whitney will provide support to facilitate smooth entry into service and long-term operation of the engines.

Key Points: 
  • EAST HARTFORD, Conn., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced that Icelandair has selected GTF engines to power up to 35 new Airbus A320neo family aircraft, comprising a mix of leased and purchased A321XLR and A321LR aircraft.
  • Pratt & Whitney will provide support to facilitate smooth entry into service and long-term operation of the engines.
  • "With these GTF-powered A321XLR and A321LR aircraft, Icelandair and Pratt & Whitney are renewing a relationship, which started more than 80 years ago," said Rick Deurloo, president of Commercial Engines at Pratt & Whitney.
  • Icelandair currently operates DHC Dash 8 aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 and PW150 engines.

Ceridian to Acquire eloomi, a Market-Leading Learning and Development Platform

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
Learning, Heart, Icelandair, CDAY, LMS, AI, HCM, Communication, TSX, Acquisition, News, L&D

The acquisition of eloomi will help supercharge the people development capabilities of Dayforce, equipping customers with more engaging learning and development experiences, AI-driven content creation, and extended enterprise learning capabilities,” said Joe Korngiebel, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ceridian.

Key Points: 
  • The acquisition of eloomi will help supercharge the people development capabilities of Dayforce, equipping customers with more engaging learning and development experiences, AI-driven content creation, and extended enterprise learning capabilities,” said Joe Korngiebel, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ceridian.
  • Ceridian is seizing on this opportunity for its customers by integrating eloomi's capabilities seamlessly into the Dayforce platform to improve existing learning management and talent offerings.
  • Dayforce customers worldwide will benefit from a single data model and a single experience that includes an end-to-end learning platform, learning content, people development, skills intelligence, and employee communications functionality.
  • eloomi’s all-in-one, modern learning platform offers the power of a compliance-driven LMS together with the benefits of a leading Learning Experience Platform (LXP).

Icelandic Provisions Brings Wonder to the Table with Limited Edition Northern Lights Skyr Kit

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Sale, Optical phenomena, Beauty, Icelandic, Dance, Friends, Partnership, Family, Life, Travel, Icelandair, Fireworks, Whaling

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The best day of the year to see the Northern Lights in Iceland — December 21st — is fast approaching. But you don't have to travel to the country to get a glimpse of the dancing auroras in vibrant patterns of green, blue and violet. Now, Icelandic Provisions, the skyr brand inspired by nearly 1,000 years of Icelandic Tradition, is bringing the beauty of the Northern Lights right to your breakfast bowl! 

Key Points: 
  • Now, Icelandic Provisions, the skyr brand inspired by nearly 1,000 years of Icelandic Tradition, is bringing the beauty of the Northern Lights right to your breakfast bowl!
  • Launching on December 21st, the Icelandic Provisions Northern Lights Skyr Kit will allow anyone to create their own version of this beloved, natural phenomenon by mixing the bright hues and sparkling effects directly into their skyr, creating a unique flavor that evokes the bursting colors of the Northern Lights and earthy elements of the Icelandic landscape.
  • "At Icelandic Provisions, we are rooted in the iconic Icelandic spirit and are in constant awe of the incredible natural treasures found in Iceland," said Dan Hickle, Chief Marketing Officer at Icelandic Provisions.
  • For more information about Icelandic Provisions, please visit www.icelandicprovisions.com or follow Icelandic Provisions on Facebook at Facebook.com/IcelandicProvisions, on X at @IcelandicProv, and on Instagram at @IcelandicProvisions.

Expedia Group Secures New and Expanded Travel Partnerships in Europe

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Sale, UEFA, Deutsche Hospitality, Advertising, Business, Travel, Turkish Airlines, Attention, MOSFET, European Travel Commission, Expedia Group, Ryanair, Sonder, Airline, ETC, History, SUV, Partnership, Visegrad, International Air Transport Association, NDC, ADAC, Iberia (airline), CNTB, Icelandair, Tourism, Car rental, Expedia, Atlantic Ocean

LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Expedia Group announced today a series of new and expanded travel partnerships across Europe, encompassing B2B technology, advertising partnerships and supply distribution deals, connecting European partners to the company's extensive global traveller base and giving them access to Expedia Group's innovative technology and industry expertise. The deals further cement Expedia Group's presence in the continent and commitment to propel partners to easily capture the attention of high-value travellers from around the world.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Expedia Group continues to offer European travel advisors access to a wide breadth of travel inventory, rates, and availability through the Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP).
  • ADAC - Germany's largest automobile association partners with Expedia Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP), giving ADAC's travel agencies access to Expedia Group's vast inventory of travel products, including hotels, flights, rental cars, and activities.
  • Iberia Airlines: Spain's flagship carrier and leading carrier between Europe and Latin America has expanded its direct New Distribution Capability (NDC) connection with Expedia Group.
  • If you're interested in partnering with Expedia Group, please visit the Expedia Group partner site here .

Icelandair Brings the Land of 'Fire and Ice' to Boston

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Beauty, Culture, Taste, Icelandair Group, Travel, Logan International Airport, Nature, Corner, Ice, Tourism, Whaling, Fagradalsfjall, Icelandair, Boeing, Blue Lagoon

QUINCY, Mass., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Icelandair, the national airline of Iceland, is hosting an award-winning immersive experience with some of the country's most unique brands including -- Blue Lagoon Iceland, 66 North and others to create an unforgettable experience for visitors. Over the course of the three-day celebration, attendees can experience the unique landscapes and culture through exhibits, giveaways, live music, celebrity photographers, Icelandic food and drink and so much more. With Iceland being just a five-hour flight from Logan Airport, this event's goal is to educate and show off the country's sought-after cuisine, one-of-a-kind experiences, and welcoming culture – from our neighbors who are just 'Around the Corner'. This is an opportunity to "try before you fly" as the land of fire and ice is recreated on the banks of the Charles River.

Key Points: 
  • This is an opportunity to "try before you fly" as the land of fire and ice is recreated on the banks of the Charles River.
  • Bogi Nils, President & CEO of Icelandair Group, said "Iceland is always full of excitement, beauty and adventure!
  • Iceland really is just around the corner with daily flights, less than 5 hours from Boston on Icelandair.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with the Icelandair team to bring Iceland directly to Boston," said Björn Ragnarsson, Chief Executive Officer of Icelandia – an organization providing tailor-made vacation packages and top-rated activities in the destination.

Icelandair Unlocks Passenger Flexibility With Volantio

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Monday, September 25, 2023
Icelandair, Entrepreneurship, Travel, Machine learning, Aircraft, Airline

“I’m very excited to announce the recent launch of Revenue Rebook by Volantio for Icelandair.

Key Points: 
  • “I’m very excited to announce the recent launch of Revenue Rebook by Volantio for Icelandair.
  • Our goal with this solution is to efficiently manage inventory, maximize revenue, and offer flexibility to our passengers.
  • Volantio has been an invaluable partner in this journey, providing us with cutting-edge solutions and expertise to streamline our rebooking process.
  • This enables the airline to more efficiently use its resources while providing valuable benefits to passengers for their travel flexibility.

Icelandair Drives 10x ROI improvement and 70% Reduction in Cost Per Booking in Digital Media with Scibids AI and Brainlabs

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Software, Professional Services, Fintech, Transportation, Technology, Travel, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing, Data Analytics, Advertising, Air, Communications, Transport, Custom, Partnership, Probability, DSP, Intelligence, MD, Artificial intelligence, Brainlab, AI, Digital, Sales, Medical device, Icelandair

Scibids , the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) for digital marketing, announces a collaboration with Icelandair and its digital media agency, Brainlabs.

Key Points: 
  • Scibids , the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) for digital marketing, announces a collaboration with Icelandair and its digital media agency, Brainlabs.
  • By leveraging Scibids’ customizable AI, Brainlabs has achieved exceptional results for Icelandair’s programmatic ad campaigns.
  • “The results were incredibly fruitful for Icelandair, with Scibids AI and Brainlabs securing a 70% decrease in cost per flight booking over the past year,” said Jóhann Benediktsson, Digital Marketing Manager, Icelandair.
  • “This level of efficiency represents a 10x ROI for the brand compared to the benchmark price of applying artificial intelligence ourselves.

Contentstack Recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape 2023 Worldwide Headless Content Management Systems

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Shell, IDC, Customer success, Icelandair, DNA, CMS, ASICS, DXP, IBM Watson, ChatGPT, Intelligence, Riot Games, Mitsubishi Group, Doc, Chase, Composable disaggregated infrastructure, Express, Data science, Cryptocurrency, Online shopping, Mattel

AUSTIN, Texas, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Contentstack , the leading Composable Digital Experience Platform (DXP) provider, today announced it was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape of Worldwide Headless Content Management Systems (Doc #US50826923, June 2023).

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Contentstack , the leading Composable Digital Experience Platform (DXP) provider, today announced it was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape of Worldwide Headless Content Management Systems (Doc #US50826923, June 2023).
  • The IDC MarketScape assessment noted the following strengths for Contentstack - AI-based content service, operation support and customer satisfaction.
  • According to the IDC MarketScape assessment, "Contentstack received positive feedback from surveyed customers in the areas of product value, ease of administration, ease of content authoring, and application availability.
  • The IDC MarketScape noted, "Contentstack offers plug-ins for ChatGPT, IBM Watson, SFDC Einstein, MonkeyLearn, and AWS Rekognition and a marketplace with additional plug-ins to enrich content or programmatically suggest changes.