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UBER RIVAL BOLT ARRIVES IN LONDON
ESTONIAN FIRM BOLT has launched a new ride-hailing app in London that promises lower fares for passengers and higher take-home pay for drivers, posing competition for Uber and other on-demand transport companies. Bolt, formerly known as Taxify, is also offering Londoners improved safety features, including an in-app “panic button” for both passengers and drivers. The “SOS” service contacts the Metropolitan Police when activated. The company is aiming to rival similar services, such as Uber, by offering drivers at least 85 per cent of their fares, with Bolt taking 15 per cent – up to half the commission taken by other operators,
according to the firm. ■ Ground transport feature, p72-82
MOVERS& SHAKERS
PETE BEILBY TAG Aviation has appointed Pete Beilby as director of flight operations for the UK and Malta. Beilby joins from Cobham Aviation Services. His career started in the Royal Air Force, where he served for 12 years.
LEIGH BOCHICCHIO The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) has named Leigh Bochicchio as executive director. Bochicchio was previously ACTE’s president and chaired its Strategic Planning Task Force from 2015-2016.
ROSELYN HUE Roselyn Hue has been appointed head of strategic account management for Wings Travel Management in Singapore. Hue has been with the TMC for 12 years and was previously a key account manager in South Africa.
FIONA LANGTON Stobart Jet Centre has appointed Fiona Langton managing director, based at Southend airport. Langton brings 20 years’ private jet experience, including running logistics in conflict locations for military organisations.
QUEST TEAMS UP WITH CYCAS
AS IT PREPARES TO OPEN its first property in Europe, Australasian brand Quest Apartment Hotels has appointed Cycas Hospitality as the independent manager for its upcoming Liverpool site. Due to open in September, Quest
Liverpool City Centre marks the brand’s entry into the European market. The £10 million property will feature a selection of fully equipped studio, one and two- bedroom apartments, as well as a gym, business centre and conference facilities. Guest amenities include 24-hour, on-site management, complimentary wifi, free internet access and car parking facilities. The company plans to open eight to 12
properties in the UK and Europe over the next five years, adding to its existing portfolio if 170 apartment hotels throughout Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. The brand is part of The Ascott Limited.
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JIM LUCIER SAP Concur has announced the appointment of Jim Lucier as president. Lucier was previously the company’s chief revenue officer for North America and chief services officer, having joined the firm in 2008.
ZUKS RAMASIA South African Airways has appointed Zuks Ramasia as acting CEO following the resignation of Vuyani Jarana. Ramasia is currently general manager of operations and has been with the airline for more than seven years.
SCOTT SOLOMBRINO The GBTA has appointed Scott Solombrino as executive director and chief operating officer. Solombrino previously spent 43 years as president and chief executive of Dav El/Boston Coach Chauffeured Transportation Network.
GERARDO TEJADO Gerardo Trejado has been appointed general manager of American Express Meetings & Events, a division of Amex GBT. Tejado was previously vice-president and general manager for Latin America and the Caribbean, and brings 17 years’ experience.
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