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Miguel Praga

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Fiasco del sindicato UPPA en su guerra con Iberia Express

🛩 UPPA, once the major union at Iberia Express, failed in its initial legal action against the company regarding pilot conditions. The proceedings at the Audiencia Nacional exposed procedural errors, such as late evidence submission and incorrect legal procedures. UPPA had to withdraw its claims on pilot seniority and union freedom issues. SEPLA noted recurring procedural mistakes, questioning if they were strategic or due to inexperience. UPPA plans to restructure and refile the case.
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Decenas de miles de afectados por el control aéreo francés

🛩 French air traffic controllers went on strike, impacting thousands of European travelers over two days. Only 270 of 1,400 controllers participated, causing Ryanair to cancel 170 flights and affecting 30,000 passengers. France asked airlines to cancel 30-50% of flights at 12 airports, including Paris and Corsica. Eurocontrol reported serious disruptions in Reims, Marseille, and Brest. Ryanair criticized European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen, while French Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot called the strike during holidays "unacceptable.
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El ‘corporate’ catapulta a la división minorista de W2M

🏢 Úbico, created by World2Meet (W2M) in March 2021, has grown into a €200 million giant within the retail division. Led by Javier Longarte, it represents about one-third of W2M's retail revenue. With 22 offices, Úbico expects over 20% growth this year. Major clients include Indra and Moeve from the Ibex35, along with ACB and the Spanish Federations of Rugby and Table Tennis. Renewed contracts include the Spanish Basketball Federation and the Spanish Paralympic Committee for four years.
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Lo no contado sobre el fallecido Luis Rullán, ex de Riu y Port Aventura

🌴 Luis Rullán, a prominent figure in Spanish tourism, passed away after battling cancer. He was instrumental in the success of Riu Hotels alongside Luis Riu Sr., and contributed significantly to Port Aventura and Occidental Hotels. His career highlights included roles with Riu Hotels' international expansion and aiding La Caixa's ventures. Known for his loyalty, Rullán's post-retirement saw a surprising ideological shift. He was remembered fondly by colleagues and family for his dedication and leadership.
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Ryanair aumenta el tamaño de la maleta de mano gratis

✈ Ryanair, March 2025, Europe: Ryanair increases its free carry-on bag size from 40x20x25 cm to 40x20x30 cm, boosting capacity from 20 to 24 liters. This aligns with an EU agreement on a new minimum carry-on size (40x15x30 cm) pending approval. Ryanair needs weeks to update airport size checkers. A4E's Ourania Georgoutsakou supports this for passenger clarity. Wizz Air will also increase bag size; others may decrease their current 45 cm height by at least 5 cm.
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El turismo clama contra el bochorno mundial de Barajas

🛫 Spanish tourism leaders criticize the chaotic scenes at Madrid-Barajas Airport caused by insufficient police presence at passport controls. These issues, occurring during the busy summer season, harm Spain's international reputation and tourism. Juan Molas, of the Mesa del Turismo, and Óscar Perelli, of Exceltur, highlight the ongoing negligence from the Interior Ministry, affecting airports like Tenerife and Palma de Mallorca. They urge immediate government action to prevent future disruptions.
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Caos ferroviario: la culpa es de Ouigo (dice ella)

🚉 Chamartín, miércoles: Tren a Vinaroz retrasado por incendio. Pasajeros a Burgos preocupados por posible demora que podría afectar evento en San Pedro y San Pablo. El martes, caos en el sur con pasajeros de trenes perdiendo conexiones de vuelos, especialmente al Caribe. La vicepresidenta de España culpa a Ouigo, sugiriendo sabotaje. Adif no culpa a Ouigo en caos ferroviario del 1 de julio. Problemas en Barajas por falta de policías.
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Escarrer: “La reputación de nuestros destinos sufrirá por las protestas”

🗺️ Gabriel Escarrer, CEO of Meliá Hotels International, warns of the negative effects of anti-tourism protests in Spain during the summer season of 2025. He emphasizes the risk to the country's reputation and advocates for sustainable tourism management. Escarrer highlights the importance of public-private collaboration and a thorough understanding of issues, criticizing quick fixes. He stresses protecting tourism, a vital economic and social driver in Spain for 70 years.
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Tarde negra en el aeropuerto de Palma: 42 retrasos y tres cancelaciones

🛬 Palma de Mallorca Airport experienced chaos on July 2, with 42 delays and three cancellations. Two Ryanair flights were canceled: one from Wezee scheduled for 19:30 and another to North Rhine intended to depart an hour later. An EasyJet flight to Milan-Malpensa, planned for 20:30, was also canceled. Delays lasted up to six hours, impacting European destinations and domestic flights. Simultaneously, Barajas Airport faced disruptions due to passport control failures.
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