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Care for an extra helping?

Article Abstract:

The global airline food catering service business is controlled by LSG Sky Chefs and Gate Gourmet International, both of which aspire to expand their global reach. LSG is owned by the Lufthansa Service Group while Gate Gourmet is controlled by SAirGroup, two of the largest international airline firms, and themselves a part of emerging global alliances in the airline industry. Both airline food catering service companies are essentially suppliers but are increasingly perceiving their relationships with airlines as one involving partnership and synergy.

Switzerland, Market share, Food Service Contractors, Airline Food Service, Airline food services, LSG/Sky Chefs

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New US airport controls

Article Abstract:

The US government has released a joint study made by the Federal Aviation Authority and the Dept of Transportation containing measures to spur competition in airports. Among the recommendations of the study are the explanation of Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) applications, implementation of a database with details of projects funded by PFC and resolution of complaints of new carriers.

Public affairs

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US frees up funding

Article Abstract:

The US government has allocated $3.2 billion in the federal budget for FY 2001 for funding construction and development projects in the country's airports. The government has also allowed airports to increase the passenger facility charge from $3 to $4.50, which is seen as critical to the survival of smaller airports. Still, the Airports Council International North America and the American Assn of Airport Executives want the government to make further investments in airports. Both groups argue that as much as $10 billion have to be spent annually to solve capacity shortages in airports.

Government expenditures

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