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LAWA'S TRAILBLAZING CONTRACTING MODEL FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS BREAKS INCLUSIVITY RECORDS, SETS NEW STANDARDS

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)'s latest Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC), representing nearly $1 billion in contracting value, received approval from Los Angeles City Council on April 26, 2024. The Council's endorsement follows earlier consent from the City of Los Angeles's Travel, Trade and Tourism Committee and LAWA's Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC). The occasion marks a groundbreaking moment for LAWA and its dedication to creating new and lasting economic pathways for local, diverse, veteran, small and micro businesses with a historic number of first time and new-to-LAWA participants.

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  • LAWA's Trailblazing Contracting Model for Capital Improvement Projects Breaks Inclusivity Records, Sets New Standards
    "After supporting this game-changing MATOC with my fellow BOAC members, I commend the City on its unanimous decision to ratify this vital contract," said Karim Webb, President, Board of Airport Commissioners.
  • Previously, the Program Services MATOC had an inclusivity requirement of 20% for Small Business Enterprises (SBEs).
  • This contracting model eliminates the need to negotiate additional service terms, greatly increasing efficiencies for both contractors and the client.
  • LAWA's measurable inclusivity investments are fostering equitable economic growth and resiliency in Los Angeles and the greater Southern California region.

Heavy hitter infrastructure lawyer Patrick Harder joins Norton Rose Fulbright in Los Angeles

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Los Angeles, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that preeminent infrastructure and public-private partnerships (P3) lawyer Patrick Harder has joined its Los Angeles office.

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  • Los Angeles, CA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that preeminent infrastructure and public-private partnerships (P3) lawyer Patrick Harder has joined its Los Angeles office.
  • He will also be North America Co-Head of Infrastructure with Doug Fried and Canada Head of Infrastructure Jay LeMoine .
  • What drew me to Norton Rose Fulbright was its global platform and network of  leading infrastructure lawyers, and its commitment to creating meaningful contributions to address the global infrastructure deficit.
  • Norton Rose Fulbright has more than 3000 lawyers across 53 global cities and has one of the most extensive P3 practices in the world.

JetBlue Announces First Quarter 2024 Results

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024.

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  • JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024.
  • Net loss for the first quarter of 2024 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP") of $716 million or $2.11 loss per share.
  • Excluding special items, adjusted net loss for the first quarter of 2024 of $145 million(1) or $0.43 loss per share.
  • Operating expense per available seat mile ("CASM") for the first quarter of 2024 increased 17.1% year-over-year.

Alaska Airlines expands presence in Southern California with new routes and increased service to popular West Coast destinations

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is expanding service at two of its major hubs in Southern California with new routes and additional capacity to popular West Coast destinations as part of the carrier's ongoing commitment to growth in the state.

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  • SEATTLE, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is expanding service at two of its major hubs in Southern California with new routes and additional capacity to popular West Coast destinations as part of the carrier's ongoing commitment to growth in the state.
  • As the only airline based on the West Coast, Alaska Airlines is committed to growth in Southern California
    Starting this fall, we're adding our 39th nonstop destination from San Diego with service to Las Vegas.
  • We're also starting new service between Los Angeles and Pasco, as well as bringing back guest favorite Los Angeles to Reno.
  • Guests can now book these new, nonstop routes on alaskaair.com with service beginning Oct. 1, 2024.

Justin Di Palo Rejoins Syska Hennessy Group; Appointed Co-Lead of Sustainability Practice

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Justin Di Palo, PE, LEED AP, WELL AP, has rejoined the international engineering firm Syska Hennessy Group to serve as co-lead of its national sustainability practice and as an associate partner.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Justin Di Palo, PE, LEED AP, WELL AP, has rejoined the international engineering firm Syska Hennessy Group to serve as co-lead of its national sustainability practice and as an associate partner.
  • Di Palo, an accredited professional for LEED, WELL, and EcoDistricts, has extensive experience in energy modeling, decarbonization, and high-performance design.
  • "There are few engineers who are as knowledgeable about and as committed to sustainability as Justin," says John Passanante, executive principal and head of Syska's western region.
  • Syska Hennessy Group is a leading global, full-service MEP, information and communication technology (ICT), vertical transportation, and commissioning engineering firm.

PG Executive Program Management Names Kris Vogt First Director of Operations

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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FORT WORTH, Texas, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Paslay Group, the nation's premier airport consultancy, has appointed Kris Vogt, a professional engineer with three decades' experience in program, project, and construction management, as the firm's first Director of Operations for its PG Executive Program Management division.

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  • The PG Executive Program Management portfolio is expanding as airports modernize aging infrastructure.
  • "As our inaugural Director of Operations, Kris will expand our bench strength and enable us to support new clients in the dynamic airport development marketplace."
  • "I'm pleased to join the talented and accomplished PG Executive Program Management team."
  • In his new role, Vogt will provide oversight of PG Executive Program Management project sites and quality and effectiveness of service delivery.

Allegiant Announces Ten New Routes with One-Way Fares as Low as $45*

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced 10 new nonstop routes to 14 cities around the country. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $45.*

Key Points: 
  • To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $45.
  • The new routes to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California include:
    Laredo, Texas via Laredo International Airport (LRD) – beginning June 12, 2024 with one-way fares as low as $69.
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    Rockford, Illinois via Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) – beginning June 12, 2024 with one-way fares as low as $79.
  • *
    Rapid City, South Dakota via Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) – beginning June 14, 2024 with one-way fares as low as $69.

Lynx Air Announces New Route between Montréal and Los Angeles

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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MONTRÉAL, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lynx Air (Lynx) announced another summer network expansion, adding a route between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), providing an ultra-affordable option to this popular U.S. destination.

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  • MONTRÉAL, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Lynx Air (Lynx) announced another summer network expansion, adding a route between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), providing an ultra-affordable option to this popular U.S. destination.
  • Tickets are already on sale, and the fares are truly ultra-affordable, starting from $149* one way between Montréal to/from Los Angeles, including taxes and fees.
  • By this summer, Lynx will serve four destinations from Montréal flying more than 11,700 seats to or from Montréal each week,” said Vijay Bathija, Chief Commercial Officer of Lynx Air.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome this new flight to Los Angeles and thank Lynx Air for choosing to expand their network at our airport."

New Flight from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Chiang Mai, Thailand with STARLUX Airlines

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Los Angeles in collaboration with STARLUX Airlines, is excited to announce the launch of flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Chiang Mai, a captivating cultural destination in Thailand.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Los Angeles in collaboration with STARLUX Airlines, is excited to announce the launch of flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Chiang Mai, a captivating cultural destination in Thailand.
  • Starting January 16th, STARLUX Airlines, renowned for their premium service will provide convenient access to the vibrant region of Northern Thailand.
  • In celebration of this new venture, TAT Los Angeles and STARLUX Airlines hosted a cultural event on January 16th at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
  • "We are delighted to partner with STARLUX Airlines to provide seamless flights from the USA directly to Chiang Mai's vibrant atmosphere," said Pornpan Intratat, Director of TAT Los Angeles.

Zeem Solutions Achieves Nearly 10x Growth in 2023

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Zeem dispensed over 1 million kilowatt-hours (KWh, equivalent to 1 GWh) of electricity in 2023, enough to support over 50,000 California homes for an average day.

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  • Zeem dispensed over 1 million kilowatt-hours (KWh, equivalent to 1 GWh) of electricity in 2023, enough to support over 50,000 California homes for an average day.
  • Zeem also welcomed three experienced executives in 2023 – Eric Back , Chief Operating Officer; Mike Abramson , Chief Financial Officer; and John Meyer , General Counsel & Chief Privacy Officer – to support its continuing expansion plans.
  • Zeem serves a wide range of clients including rental car fleets, rideshare EVs, and electric medium and heavy-duty trucks.
  • Importantly, ArcLight and Zeem are actively advancing exciting new infrastructure deployments co-located with our existing electric power and real estate assets.”