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Daily Tribune
7 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Airport Services (BAS) Implements Comprehensive Operational Plan Ahead of Peak Travel Season
As part of its ongoing commitment to operational excellence and enhancing customer service, Bahrain Airport Services (BAS), a leading aviation services provider in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the implementation of a comprehensive action plan in preparation for the upcoming peak travel season. The initiative comes in anticipation of increased passenger flow during the Hajj pilgrimage, Eid Al-Adha holidays, and the summer vacation period, spanning from June through August. The objective is to ensure seamless airport operations, improve overall efficiency, and provide a safe and comfortable travel experience at Bahrain International Airport. Enhanced Operational Capacity and Coordination BAS has introduced a series of advanced operational measures, including increased handling capacity, the deployment of additional staff at key operational points, and the activation of robust logistical support plans. The company has also optimized its baggage handling systems and passenger flow procedures. In a bid to ensure uninterrupted services, BAS has intensified coordination with government entities and airline partners, aimed at boosting service quality and accelerating decision-making processes throughout the travel season. Customer Service Excellence As part of its customer-centric approach, BAS has trained over 400 front-line employees under the 'Customer Service Excellence' program, held in collaboration with the EMiC Institute and led by aviation industry experts. The program focused on enhancing communication skills, time management, stress handling, and teamwork through a series of interactive internal workshops—empowering employees to perform efficiently in a dynamic work environment. Talent Development and Workforce Expansion In a drive to nurture talent and strengthen operational teams, BAS recruited over 60 new employees and onboarded more than 30 interns across key departments including Human Resources, IT, Ground Equipment Support, Training, and Finance. The new hires include 14 staff members for catering services and 50 for airside operations and passenger terminal services. To ensure seamless integration, BAS implemented a proactive recruitment strategy, allowing ample time for new staff training and team assimilation ahead of the travel rush. Airside Readiness and Ground Operations To enhance the efficiency of airside operations, BAS focused on improving employee communication skills and reviewed workforce deployment plans in line with aircraft and passenger movement intensity. A comprehensive assessment of ground support equipment readiness was conducted, alongside updated transport and shift schedules to ensure optimal resource allocation. Dedicated compliance, audit, and on-ground supervisory teams have been established to maintain high service levels and address any operational challenges in real-time. Leadership Remarks Commenting on the preparations, Mr. Nabeel Khalid Kanoo, Chairman of BAS, stated: 'We take great pride in the readiness and professionalism of our team as we approach a critical operational period. Peak seasons are a true test of our planning and responsiveness, and we have met the challenge through early coordination, strengthened teams, and high operational standards. These achievements reflect our staff's expertise and reaffirm our commitment to positioning Bahrain as a leading regional aviation hub.'
Trade Arabia
21 hours ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Bahrain Airport Services honours over 160 top employees
Bahrain Airport Services recently celebrated the dedication and long-standing commitment of over 160 of its staff members at the Annual Employee Long Service Award Ceremony held in the kingdom. The event, held at the Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain, was organised to honour employees who had completed 10 to 35 years of service at the organization, demonstrating exceptional loyalty and professionalism in their work, said a statement from BAS. It was attended by BAS Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Mohamed Khalil Ahmed, along with members of its trade union. This annual initiative reflects BAS's continued commitment to cultivating a culture of recognition, gratitude, and long-term employee engagement, while celebrating the strong relationships built across decades of service, it stated. Speaking on the occasion, Khalil Ahmed said: "We are proud to recognise our long-serving team members whose dedication has been instrumental to the company's progress and achievements." "Their steadfast loyalty and contributions reflect the core values that define BAS," he stated. Lauding the employees for their exceptional service, Khalil Ahmed said: "BAS remains committed to empowering its people through ongoing development and engagement programmes, recognising that a motivated and capable workforce is an essential driver of innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable success."
The Citizen
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Citizen
Local swimmers make their club proud
Swimmers from the Boksburg Aquatic Saints Swimming and Lifesaving Club (BAS) achieved excellent results at recent championships. The swimmers have shown growth, both individually and as a team. From personal bests to podium finishes, every swimmer contributed to the club's success. Their commitment to training, resilience during competitions, and sportsmanship set a high standard. Level 1 Intra-Provincial Age Group Competition held at St Stithians College Level 1 was a first-time gala for Jordan Ripley and Kwetsima Khosa, who both secured their first medals. Jordan won a silver medal for 50m freestyle and Kwetsima a silver medal for 100m breaststroke. Aiden Els achieved a gold in the 200m freestyle at 3:15.44. SA Regional Level 2 Championships held at Delville Swimming Pool Level 2 was a 4-day-long gala. After a few close calls, placing fourth in the 100m breaststroke by 0.01s, and fourth in the 100m butterfly, Thabang Letsoalo achieved his bronze medal in the 200m breaststroke, earning the team 37 points. Xavier White achieved a gold medal in 50m breaststroke and a bronze medal in the 200m individual medley, and 42 points for the team. SA Regional Level 3 Championships held at Tuks Aquatic Centre The club's largest group of swimmers, eight in total, participated in Level 3. The club's top performer, Terrick le Roux, raked in 9 medals – two golds, three silvers and one bronze, totalling 82 points for the team. Tetelo Letsoalo received four medals – two silvers, two bronzes, and 51 points. There were also exceptional performances by Megan Els (silver medal in 200m backstroke), Musa Mofokeng (bronze medal in 100m backstroke) and Zander Allen, who achieved his first bronze medal in the 200m freestyle. SA National Junior Championships held at the University of the Western Cape This five-day event saw intense competition across all age groups. Entering only four swimmers but placing 32nd out of 98 teams was an exceptional result. Leading the medal tally was Cristiano de Freitas raked in five medals – one gold in the 400m individual medley and four silvers (50m and 200m breaststroke and 400m and 800m freestyle). Kate Douglas received a silver in 200m backstroke and three bronze medals in 400m and 800m freestyle and 100m backstroke. Gabriella Douglas achieved three finals, placing eighth in the 50m and 100m backstroke and 10th in the 50m freestyle. Kelly Stork achieved top 20 placings in 200m individual medley, 200m backstroke and 800m freestyle. Outgoing coach Sibani Makhanya commended the swimmers on their achievements. 'I am blown away by the children's performance across the levels and SANJ. Our BAS swimmers have given us outstanding performances through their commitment, and the parents, who sacrificed a lot to bring them to training. We look forward to the new season ahead. Keep training swimmers, I am proud of you,' said Makhanya. Also Read: Boksburg Aquatic Saints swimmers impress Also Read: Saints alumni still have spring in their step At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Health
- Business Wire
NationsBenefits® and Walmart are Revolutionizing Health Plan Member Engagement with Technology, Retail and Nutrition Integrations
PLANTATION, Fla. & BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NationsBenefits®, the leading healthcare fintech, supplemental benefits, and outcomes platform, and Walmart, the world's largest retailer, today announced they are continuing to work together to transform how health plan members access essential benefits through tech-powered tools. This collaboration includes NationsBenefits' proprietary Basket Analyzer Service (BAS) as well as the Walmart Everyday Health Signals™ program, which leverages opt in retail behavioral insights and analysis to help individuals live better by providing personalized nutrition and wellness guidance. "By integrating our proprietary fintech infrastructure and real-time benefit adjudication technology with Walmart, we're ensuring members can seamlessly access essential healthy food, OTC products, and wellness items..." Share Consumers today expect healthcare to be as convenient and seamless as banking, shopping, or any other tech-enabled service. NationsBenefits is leading this evolution by creating an integrated experience where members can use their health benefits effortlessly. Working together, NationsBenefits and Walmart are offering Walmart's Everyday Health Signals program to flex card members. This initiative enhances the member experience and supports the day-to-day decisions that connect healthcare and nutrition. By enrolling in the Walmart Everyday Health Signals program, members can opt in to share behavioral insights with their health plan and receive tailored wellness support. The program offers personalized nutrition and wellness insights for members through Nations and on tracking trends in fruit and vegetable purchases and providing education on products high in sodium, saturated fat and added sugars. Members also gain access to healthy recipes and shopping lists, making informed choices easier. With 90% of the U.S. population living within 10 miles of a Walmart store, the opportunity for convenient, personalized health engagement is unparalleled. 'At NationsBenefits, we are redefining how healthcare and retail come together to improve access and outcomes for health plan members nationwide,' said Michael Parker, Co-CEO of NationsBenefits. 'Consumers are more aware than ever of the impact nutrition has on their health, and healthcare should reflect that awareness. By integrating our proprietary fintech infrastructure and real-time benefit adjudication technology, we're ensuring members can seamlessly access essential healthy food, OTC products, and wellness items—while helping health plans proactively address key health determinants through actionable insights. This is the future of healthcare—seamless, personalized, and focused on real outcomes.' This will give millions of health plan members who opt in direct access to personalized insights, flexible benefits and real-time engagement tools that help them make informed decisions about their wellness, including: Real-Time Shopping Insights: By enrolling in the Walmart Everyday Health Signals program, members can opt in to share retail behavioral insights with their health plan and to receive tailored wellness support through personalized guidance based on their shopping habits. Seamless Benefit Acces s: Members can use their NationsBenefits Benefits Mastercard® Prepaid Flex Card* to purchase eligible groceries, OTC products, and wellness items at more than 4,600 Walmart stores and on with new online badging across thousands of eligible products that makes it easier for customers to shop with their health plan. Actionable Nutrition & Wellness Support: Data-driven guidance helps members navigate food choices, and lifestyle changes—all within their existing shopping experience. 'At Walmart, we're focused on making it easier for individuals and families to access the everyday essentials that support their health and wellbeing,' said Pravene Nath, MD, Group Director, consumer health and data solutions at Walmart U.S. 'Through our work with NationsBenefits and the integration of our respective proprietary technologies, including Walmart's Everyday Health Signals, we're providing customers who opt in with personalized insights and seamless access to the products they need to live healthier lives. Together, we're creating convenient, affordable and impactful health solutions for communities across the country.' By working together with Walmart, NationsBenefits is making healthcare engagement easier. Members who opt into the program can share real-time insights from their Walmart shopping habits, allowing NationsBenefits to enhance their health plan experience with personalized guidance, incentives, and benefits that align with their specific wellness goals. Whether it's guiding a member toward better nutrition or optimizing rewards for healthy purchases this initiative transforms passive transactions into meaningful healthcare interactions. NationsBenefits and Walmart are setting a new industry standard for how retail and health plans can connect with their members. This collaboration underscores the power of delivering a personalized, technology-driven experience that helps members make healthier choices, all within a familiar shopping experience. About NationsBenefits® NationsBenefits® is the leading provider of supplemental benefits and fintech solutions and outcomes to the healthcare industry. NationsBenefits partners with managed care organizations to provide innovative healthcare, data analytics, gap closure, and fintech solutions aimed at driving growth, reducing costs, and delighting members. Combining its cutting-edge technology with targeted retailer partnerships, NationsBenefits empowers health plans to deliver impactful supplemental benefits to optimize member experiences and drive better health outcomes. By simplifying processes to make smarter choices and expanding access to benefits solutions, NationsBenefits aims to improve each of its members' quality of life through its revolutionary and comprehensive suite of offerings. To learn more, visit About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 270 million customers and members visit more than 10,750 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2025 revenue of $681 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at The Benefits Mastercard® Prepaid Card is issued by The Bancorp Bank, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license by Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated. The card can be used for eligible expenses wherever Mastercard is accepted. Valid only in the U.S. No cash access.
Metro
3 days ago
- Science
- Metro
Major warning issued for tourist hotspot after glacier collapse
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A huge mass of rock and ice has destroyed part of a popular village in the Swiss Alps that was evacuated earlier this month. A video on social media showed the rumbling mudslide near Blatten, in the southern Lotschental valley of Switzerland, with several cabins partially submerged. In recent days, the authorities had ordered the evacuation of about 300 people, as well as all livestock from the village, amid fears that a 1.5 million cubic metre glacier above the village was at risk of collapse. Local authorities were deploying across the area to assess the damage and whether there had been any casualties, Jonas Jeitziner, a spokesman for the Lotschental crisis centre, said. The retreat of the Alps' glaciers has been well documented. More than 500 glaciers have already vanished from Switzerland, and the government has warned that the remaining 1,500 will be gone by the end of the century if emissions are not curbed. It has led to so-called 'last chance' tourism, where visitors flock to see such natural wonders while they still can. Yes, there has always been natural variation in the size of these frozen rivers. But Switzerland's glaciers suffered their second-worst melt rate in 2023 after record 2022 losses, shrinking their overall volume by 10% in the last two years, monitoring body GLAMOS said last September. The 'catastrophic' figures meant they lost as much ice in two years as in the three decades before 1990. Late last year, scientists warned that a glacier known as 'the doomsday glacier', which has the potential to cause sea levels to rise across the planet, could be on the verge of collapse. Researchers from the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) used underwater robots to take new measurements of the Thwaites Glacier, which is the same size as Great Britain or Florida. More Trending The data suggestsed that the glacier, along with much of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet, could be lost entirely by the 23rd century. Worryingly, if it collapses entirely, the experts say global sea levels would rise by two feet (65cm), plunging huge areas underwater. In 2023, residents of the village of Brienz, in eastern Switzerland, were evacuated before a huge mass of rock slid down a mountainside, stopping just short of the settlement. Brienz was evacuated again last year because of the threat of a further rockslide. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Who is hosting Eurovision 2025? Everything you need to know about Michelle Hunziker MORE: I've watched Eurovision for 45 years — here's my party survival guide MORE: Eurovision star wants to break 30 year 'curse' that's doomed other singers
