ANA begins relief programme

(Source: Staralliance.com) ANA has announced a series of initiatives to help with rescue and recovery efforts in Japan.

The ANA Group will donate 100 million yen to aid and support those affected by the earthquake. The Group is also asking for donations from its employees.

ANA is providing transport of relief supplies, at no charge, across all domestic and international routes operated by the ANA until April 15.

The airline is also providing seats on its flights for relief workers. This free transport will be made available on all domestic and international routes until April 15.

ANA has also introduced a donation programme for Mileage Club members until April 15. Members can donate in 1,000 mile increments by filling in the application available at the ANA SKY WEB site (www.ana.co.jp). ANA will donate one yen for every mile donated by its Mileage Club members

All Nippon Airways goes green

(Source: Star Alliance) ANA has unveiled its first green-liveried aircraft, reflecting the airline’s commitment to environmental sustainability and lower emissions.

The green livery has been applied to a Bombardier DHC8-Q400 aircraft, which will be used on domestic routes from November 19. The new paint scheme aims to encourage awareness among passengers about ANA’s environmental strategy.

ANA Group is the first Japanese airline to receive the government’s “Eco First” certification, following the introduction of several measures to protect the environment and address climate change. The Bombardier was selected for its superior environmental performance—reduced noise pollution and lower CO2 emissions—in comparison to jet engine equivalents.