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Trump's 39% Tariff Bombshell Crashes Swiss National Day Party
Trump's 39% Tariff Bombshell Crashes Swiss National Day Party

Bloomberg

time01-08-2025

  • Business
  • Bloomberg

Trump's 39% Tariff Bombshell Crashes Swiss National Day Party

By , Bastian Benrath-Wright, and Levin Stamm Save Switzerland's political and business elite are reeling from Donald Trump's shock punitive tariffs that the government was confident it had avoided. The US president's decision to slap tariffs of 39% on all Swiss imports is among the most dramatic of any so far, heralding a rude awakening on Friday, a national holiday that is a highlight of Switzerland's summer calendar.

Riyadh Air announces Blacklane chauffer service for passengers in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Air announces Blacklane chauffer service for passengers in Saudi Arabia

Arabian Business

time17-06-2025

  • Business
  • Arabian Business

Riyadh Air announces Blacklane chauffer service for passengers in Saudi Arabia

Riyadh Air has announced it will offer Blacklane chauffeur service to premium-class passengers in Saudi Arabia. The announcement of the collaboration between the new Saudi airline and the luxury chauffeur service came during the 2025 Paris Airshow. Through this partnership guests travelling internationally in Riyadh Air Business Elite or Business Class, plus eligible loyalty members will enjoy complimentary luxury chauffeur services with Blacklane within 50km radius of Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport. Riyadh Air Blacklane chauffeur service The collaboration represents a significant step in Riyadh Air's plan to deliver best-in-class services throughout the customer journey experience and brings together two companies committed to exceptional service. Integrated directly into Riyadh Air's booking platform, guests will be able to arrange their Blacklane chauffeur as part of their travel experience where eligible. Guests also have the ability to enjoy seamless journeys, including airport transfers, city-to-city travel, in-city rides and chauffeurs by the hour in Riyadh and at any of the airline's global destinations. Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air, said: 'Our partnership with Blacklane reinforces our ethos of ensuring our customers experience Saudi hospitality with world-class service standards. We revealed our stylish new Business Elite and Business Class seats recently, and this is the next step in keeping our promises to deliver an exceptional premium experience to our guests. 'Riyadh Air and Blacklane are two outstanding brands with hospitality and an attention to detail at heart, and our relationship will offer our guests a truly elevated travel itinerary, from the first mile to the last.' Dr. Jens Wohltorf, CEO and Co-Founder of Blacklane, said: 'This partnership is more than a service—it's a promise. Together, Riyadh Air and Blacklane will offer guests a thoughtfully curated journey, marked by reliability, sophistication, and genuine care. 'We look forward to welcoming Riyadh Air guests and ensuring every moment of their journey is unique.' Blacklane first-class chauffeur-driven vehicles will provide the carrier's passengers with the best service standards through their local expertise. The fast-growing company employs 400 people in international hubs with tens of thousands of chauffeur partners who ensure every guest receives a memorable experience. Blacklane is growing with an ambitious growth strategy, operating in more than 50 countries and over 500 cities around the world.

First Look: Riyadh Air Unveils Stunning Cabin Design Ahead Of Launch Late 2025
First Look: Riyadh Air Unveils Stunning Cabin Design Ahead Of Launch Late 2025

Gulf Insider

time20-04-2025

  • Business
  • Gulf Insider

First Look: Riyadh Air Unveils Stunning Cabin Design Ahead Of Launch Late 2025

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) – funded airline start-up Riyadh Air has revealed the interior cabin design for its Boeing 787 wide-body fleet, set to take flight later in 2025. The carrier, which calls itself 'the world's first digital-native airline', will have Business Elite, Premium Economy, and Economy seats. The showcased layouts, which the airline revealed on Saturday, aim 'to blend luxury and comfort, promising a premium experience across all classes.' Tony Douglas, Riyadh Air CEO, said, 'The design, layout, and features of our new cabins are carefully crafted to ensure flights are as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.' Douglas added, 'From the ergonomic and luxurious fabrics in the seats to the high-end technology used in the entertainment systems, every facet of the cabins has been chosen to deliver relaxing luxury.' Douglas had said in 2023 that the airline would not have First Class seats; the Business Elite seats are probably an alternative. Having recently received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from Saudi aviation authorities and taken delivery of its first technical spare aircraft, Riyadh Air is expected to announce its network and first flight date in the coming months. The airline said its cabin interiors feature a consistent design across the fleet, ensuring a unified product for passengers. Both classes will feature Safran Unity seats in a 1-2-1 configuration with fully flat beds measuring 78 inches in length and 22.5 inches in width. Business Elite will have 4 seats, and Business Class will have 24. Both offer 52-inch-high walls, sliding privacy doors, and adjustable privacy dividers for centre seats in Business. Business Elite will also feature a double bed option in the front row's centre seats. Premium Economy This cabin will have 39 seats in a 2-3-2 layout, with a 38-inch seat pitch and a width of 19.2 inches. Features include privacy head wings, increased storage, an expandable side table, and a calf rest. Economy The Economy cabin will have 223 seats in a 3-3-3 layout, offering a 31-inch pitch and a width of 17.2 inches. Seats will have 6-way adjustable headrests. According to the carrier, all classes will be equipped with large 4K OLED entertainment screens. Business Elite will have 32-inch screens, the largest in Business Class. In contrast, Business Class will have 22-inch screens, Premium Economy 15.6-inch screens, and Economy 13.4-inch screens. Regarding technology deployed, the airline promises lighting and audio, including integrated suite lighting and embedded headrest speakers for Business and Business Elite passengers. Free high-speed Wi-Fi will be available to loyalty program members across all cabins. All seats in Business Elite and Business will have A/C power, two USB-C, and one USB-A charging point. Premium Economy seats will feature four USB-C charging points, while Economy seats will have two. Commenting on the design and materials used for the aircraft, Riyadh Air said the cabin interiors reflect 'Saudi heritage with a modern touch'. 'Lavender tones will bring elegance to Economy, while Mocha Gold metallic elements will add sophistication to premium classes,' the airline explained. Seats are ergonomically crafted with plush foam and premium fabrics with tufted stitching. Saudi Arabia aims to transform into a major travel destination through an $800 billion investment in its tourism sector, to reach 150 million visitors by the end of the decade. Backed by the kingdom's Public Investment Fund, Riyadh Air is a key component of Saudi Arabia's ambitious strategy to attract high-value tourists, moving beyond solely focusing on large visitor numbers.

First look: Riyadh Air unveils stunning cabin design ahead of launch late 2025
First look: Riyadh Air unveils stunning cabin design ahead of launch late 2025

Gulf News

time19-04-2025

  • Business
  • Gulf News

First look: Riyadh Air unveils stunning cabin design ahead of launch late 2025

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) – funded airline start-up Riyadh Air has revealed the interior cabin design for its Boeing 787 wide-body fleet, set to take flight later in 2025. The carrier, which calls itself 'the world's first digital-native airline', will have Business Elite, Premium Economy, and Economy seats. The showcased layouts, which the airline revealed on Saturday, aim 'to blend luxury and comfort, promising a premium experience across all classes.' Tony Douglas, Riyadh Air CEO, said, 'The design, layout, and features of our new cabins are carefully crafted to ensure flights are as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.' Douglas added, 'From the ergonomic and luxurious fabrics in the seats to the high-end technology used in the entertainment systems, every facet of the cabins has been chosen to deliver relaxing luxury.' Douglas had said in 2023 that the airline would not have First Class seats; the Business Elite seats are probably an alternative. Having recently received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from Saudi aviation authorities and taken delivery of its first technical spare aircraft, Riyadh Air is expected to announce its network and first flight date in the coming months. What to expect from Riyadh Air? The airline said its cabin interiors feature a consistent design across the fleet, ensuring a unified product for passengers. Business Elite and Business Class Both classes will feature Safran Unity seats in a 1-2-1 configuration with fully flat beds measuring 78 inches in length and 22.5 inches in width. Business Elite will have 4 seats, and Business Class will have 24. Both offer 52-inch-high walls, sliding privacy doors, and adjustable privacy dividers for centre seats in Business. Business Elite will also feature a double bed option in the front row's centre seats. Premium Economy This cabin will have 39 seats in a 2-3-2 layout, with a 38-inch seat pitch and a width of 19.2 inches. Features include privacy head wings, increased storage, an expandable side table, and a calf rest. Economy The Economy cabin will have 223 seats in a 3-3-3 layout, offering a 31-inch pitch and a width of 17.2 inches. Seats will have 6-way adjustable headrests. According to the carrier, all classes will be equipped with large 4K OLED entertainment screens. Business Elite will have 32-inch screens, the largest in Business Class. In contrast, Business Class will have 22-inch screens, Premium Economy 15.6-inch screens, and Economy 13.4-inch screens. Regarding technology deployed, the airline promises lighting and audio, including integrated suite lighting and embedded headrest speakers for Business and Business Elite passengers. Free high-speed Wi-Fi will be available to loyalty program members across all cabins. All seats in Business Elite and Business will have A/C power, two USB-C, and one USB-A charging point. Premium Economy seats will feature four USB-C charging points, while Economy seats will have two. Commenting on the design and materials used for the aircraft, Riyadh Air said the cabin interiors reflect 'Saudi heritage with a modern touch'. 'Lavender tones will bring elegance to Economy, while Mocha Gold metallic elements will add sophistication to premium classes,' the airline explained. Seats are ergonomically crafted with plush foam and premium fabrics with tufted stitching. Saudi Arabia aims to transform into a major travel destination through an $800 billion investment in its tourism sector, to reach 150 million visitors by the end of the decade.

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