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GO-GETTERS

One of the Gulf region’s big three carriers, Qatar Airways, has seen phenomenal growth since it was re-launched in 1997. Starting with just four jets it now has 85, with plans in place for a 120-strong fleet by 2013. Chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, isn’t about to let anything get in the way of expansion.
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'Recession over'

The strong rebound in air passenger traffic, especially in the Asia-Pacific, is continuing, bringing high load factors, improved ticket prices and renewed profitability to airlines. But there is still a need to tread carefully.

TOM BALLANTYNE reports
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Party poopers stall biofuel progress

Four years ago the idea that biofuels could power the world’s commercial airlines was little more than a pipedream. Today, green fuel has become a reality, but doubts remain about when it will be available in sufficient volumes to replace fossil fuel. What’s more reluctant governments and investors have to date failed to come to the party.
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