10 I Upfront Craig Bright compiles the latest news from
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Dubai Airports plans “smart tunnel” passport checks
DUBAI Airports plans to introduce biometric “smart tunnels” that will enable travellers to complete immigration checks in just 15 seconds. The smart tunnel will conduct a two-step iris and facial recognition scan, eliminating the need for travellers to show their passports. It is expected to be operational in Dubai International Airport's (DXB) Terminal 3 by next summer. Officials also revealed the new system will be accompanied by the
introduction of Tesla car airport transfers.
dubaiairports.com
Uber significantly cheaper than taxis in most major cities
A STUDY of ground transport costs in 85 major international cities, undertaken by New Zealand-based Go Rentals, found that “Uber is significantly cheaper than taxis in most cities around the world”. A cab from the airport to the city centre will cost you 86 per cent more in Auckland, for instance, and 30 per cent more in Hong Kong. There are exceptions, however, with taxis found to be cheaper in Milan, Rome, Dublin and Helsinki.
The ride-sharing app has been having mixed success of late, recently being told its London licence will not be renewed, but conversely getting wider accreditation throughout Australia.
uber.com;
explore.gorentals.co.nz
Thai Airways receives its first B787-9 Dreamliner
THAI Airways has taken delivery of its first B787-9 Dreamliner, which will operate the airline’s Singapore route until its deployment to Auckland and Taipei on November 16. The aircraft is an improvement on Thai Airways’ existing six B787-8 Dreamliners, which have a smaller capacity and shorter range than the B787-9. The new aircraft gives Thai the ability to fly to new destinations – such as North America – directly, though the current schedule has it staying in Asia-Pacific. Meanwhile, the
airline’s long- delayed A350 upgauge on its Melbourne services has finally taken off, a year after it was originally planned to begin.
thaiairways.com
NOVEMBER 2017
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