Pakistan International Airlines is returning to the UK market later this month after a five-year ban, restoring nonstop flights between Islamabad and Manchester.

HNA Aviation Group has moved to transfer its 77.9% stake in Suparna to group affiliate HNA Cargo, in a move which would consolidate the conglomerate’s air freight operations.

The collapse of Icelandic carrier Play is the latest reminder of how unforgiving the transatlantic market is for low-cost operators.

Spanish carrier Volotea says it is heading for its best-ever annual results, as the airline continues to expand and encounter strong passenger demand.

IndiGo will relaunch flights to mainland China later this month, becoming the first to announce the resumption of nonstop service between the two countries since 2020.

Icelandair has implemented managerial changes, taking on Arnar Már Magnússon, one of the founders of Play as its new SVP of flight operations.

Qatar Airways has placed its code on a host of routes operated by two International Airlines Group carriers to the Americas, extending its transatlantic reach.

Thailand’s upgrade to U.S. FAA Category 1 safety status in April has enabled the country to expand existing routes and establish new international services.