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Ocean Educator Cristina Ozoresas Named Godmother of Explora III

Aptly timed to coincide with , Explora Journeys has announced the appointment of renowned marine educator, dive trainer and Educator Cristina Ozores as the Godmother of EXPLORA III. As a passionate advocate for ocean conservation, she brings a respected voice from the marine world to the launch of EXPLORA III, the first LNG-powered ship in the fleet.

https://openjaw.com/classified/2026/06/09/ocean-educator-cristina-ozoresas-named-godmother-of-explora-iii/

Dire Warnings Issued at IATA AGM: Global Airline Profits Will Halve

Not all airlines will survive elevated jet fuel costs, says the director general of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), who believes the aviation sector could see failures and consolidation in the coming months as profits plummet.

Dire Warnings Issued at IATA AGM: Global Airline Profits Will Halve Open Jaw’s eyes and ears at Rio’s IATA AGM reports that sky-high jet fuel costs may push some airlines into insolvency as continued conflict in the Middle East chokes critical fuel supplies.

Powerful Earthquake Struck Cuban Coast Hours After 7.8 Quake Hit

A 6.1 magnitude struck off 104 kms off the coast of Mantua, , yesterday afternoon with early social media reports suggesting tremors were felt as far away as Miami and some regions of Belize.

Shaking was also felt across Mexico's Yucatan peninsula.

https://openjaw.com/newsroom/travel-alerts/2026/06/09/powerful-6-1-earthquake-hits-off-cuban-coast-hours-after-7-8-quake-strikes-philippines/

Ottawa Pledges Millions to Ensure “Reliable and Affordable Air Travel”

In a surprise announcement, Ottawa has introduced financial support for Canadian airlines weathering the fallout of fuel price volatility.

The new program will give eligible carriers access to up to $150 million in repayable loans and comes on the heels of warnings from IATA that the aviation sector will see consolidation and failures without intervention.

Ottawa Pledges Millions to Ensure “Reliable and Affordable Air Travel” Ottawa has introduced a $150 million loan program to help Canadian airlines weather fuel volatility in the face of continued geopolitical conflict, but WestJet says it "strongly opposes" the bailout.

INDUSTRY CHECK-IN: Air India

Open Jaw’s first ‘Industry Check-In’ is with . Country Manager Hardeep Singh talks about the softening of VFR travel, capacity reduction, as global uncertainties create traveller hesitancy.



https://openjaw.com/videos/tv-room/industry-check-in-air-india/

CATO Study Shows Strong Growth, High Employment for Tour Operators

New research from the Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) shows positive signs of growth among operators - a resurgence of "strong demand" since the COVID-19 pandemic, a rise in domestic tours and increased employment.

https://openjaw.com/newsroom/operators/2026/06/08/cato-study-shows-strong-growth-high-employment-for-tour-operators/

Porter Airlines Joins , Marking Its Arrival on the Global Stage

has officially joined the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as a full member, marking an important milestone for the Toronto-based carrier, which has rapidly expanded its international ambitions in recent years.

https://openjaw.com/newsroom/airline/2026/06/09/porter-airlines-joins-iata-marking-its-arrival-on-the-global-stage/

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Reopens After $100M Upgrade

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is proud to announce the landmark opening of its reimagined resort with the unveiling of an extensive CAD $100M, property-wide transformation. This marks far more than a reopening, but the arrival of a new expression of wilderness luxury in the Canadian Rockies, brought to life through a refreshed Main Lodge and fully redesigned guest rooms.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
https://openjaw.com/classified/2026/06/08/fairmont-jasper-park-lodge-reopens-after-100m-upgrade/

Air Canada Touts "Game-Changing" New A321XLR

New Planes. New routes. New opportunities for advisors to sell great trips.

officially unveiled its A321XLR to the media in Toronto last week, and it's a game-changer for Canada’s largest airline: a single-aisle, fuel-efficient plane that brings a wide-body experience, complete with 14 lie-flat seats in Air Canada’s Signature Class.

https://openjaw.com/newsroom/airline/2026/06/08/air-canada-touts-game-changing-new-a321xlr/