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PANAMA CITY, Panama, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Copa Holdings, S.A. (NYSE: CPA), today released preliminary passenger traffic statistics for December 2020:
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2020
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ASM (mm) (1)
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832.3
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2,124.5
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622.6
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1,814.0
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74.8%
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85.4%
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1. Available seat miles – represents the aircraft seating capacity multiplied by the number of miles the seats are flown.
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Consolidated capacity (ASMs) came in 60.8% lower year over year in December, while passenger traffic (RPMs) decreased 65.7% year over year, which resulted in a 74.8% load factor, 10.6 percentage points lower than December 2019.
Copa Holdings is a leading Latin American provider of passenger and cargo services. The Company, through its operating subsidiaries, provides service to 80 destinations in 33 countries in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. For more information visit www.copa.com.
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SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Soapy Joe’s, San Diego’s go-to car wash, is bubbling up growth in Mission Valley, opening its 14th location at 4282 Camino Del Rio North. They will open their doors in early January, making it the third new location for the brand in the past year. An additional location is slated to open on Friars Road in the spring.
«We are thrilled to be part of the Mission Valley…
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Soapy Joe’s, San Diego’s go-to car wash, is bubbling up growth in Mission Valley, opening its 14th location at 4282 Camino Del Rio North. They will open their doors in early January, making it the third new location for the brand in the past year. An additional location is slated to open on Friars Road in the spring.
«We are thrilled to be part of the Mission Valley community,» said Lorens Attisha, CEO. «This is an important cross-road in San Diego, and we take great pride in adding jobs to the neighborhood as well as providing essential services with our gas and convenience store.»
Previously a full detail operation, the car wash has been completely renovated to provide Soapy Joe’s signature experience including complimentary laundered towel service and 39 self-service vacuums. As a member of the International Car Wash Association’s WaterSavers® program, Soapy Joe’s advanced water reclamation technology saves nearly 80% compared to washing at home. Sitting at the nexus of the 8 and 15 Highways, it is well situated to serve not only residents, but also the business community through its fleet program. The extended hours and all-location access make it an ideal fit for businesses seeking to simplify and save on vehicle care.
Faced with challenging circumstances in 2020, the company has focused on «loving it’s members,» investing in the community, and providing a supportive company culture to care for emerging employee needs. With each new site opening, Soapy Joe’s adds approximately 20 new jobs, from entry-level to managerial staff. The organization has community reach through groups such as Rady’s Children’s Hospital Foundation, Support the Enlisted Project, The Emilio Nares Foundation and SDSU Athletics.
To celebrate the opening, Soapy Joe’s is offering a new member promotion on the Magic Joe wash package: join for $5/month one, regularly $35/month. Magic Joe, the top wash package, provides a long-lasting showroom shine with Magic Glaze, tire shine and a citrus-scented air freshener.
ABOUT SOAPY JOE’S
Soapy Joe’s is a locally owned family business with multiple locations serving San Diego County. Soapy Joe’s prides itself in its commitment to the environment, using advanced water reclamation systems, and earning the International Carwash Associations WaterSavers® designation. Soapy Joe’s provides quality service, customer satisfaction, and eco-friendly technology, all at a great value to the customer. http://www.soapyjoescarwash.com
Media Contact
Penny Fitzpatrick, Soapy Joe’s, +1 (619) 784-6879, pfitzpatrick@soapyjoescw.com
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Carl Black Nashville, a dealership serving Nashville, TN, is currently hosting its January Sales Event. During the event, drivers in the area can find deals on new Chevrolet models which can save them thousands of dollars off the MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price). Models that are currently available with a special incentive include the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2020…
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Carl Black Nashville, a dealership serving Nashville, TN, is currently hosting its January Sales Event. During the event, drivers in the area can find deals on new Chevrolet models which can save them thousands of dollars off the MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price). Models that are currently available with a special incentive include the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax.
Drivers who are interested in the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox can now save up to $5,500 off the MSRP. The MSRP of the base trim level of this model is $23,800. Tax, title and dealer fees are extra and are not included in sales prices for the event.
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available right now at Carl Black Nashville and drivers can save up to $4,750 off the MSRP, which starts at $28,900 for the base trim level. Special offers during the event are not available with other special finance or lease offers.
For drivers interested in the 2020 Chevrolet Trax, they will be happy to hear that they can save up to $3,500 off the MSRP of this small SUV. The MSRP of the 2020 Chevrolet Trax base trim level starts out at $21,300.
Drivers in the Nashville area who are interested in purchasing a new Chevrolet vehicle can see all sales and incentives on the dealership’s website, carlblackchevy.com. The site has a «Specials» drop-down menu where drivers can find «New Vehicle Specials» and «National Offers» among other options. Contact information and hours for the dealership can also be found on their site.
Media Contact
Gary Harms, Carl Black Nashville, (888) 509-5199, gharms@carlblack.com
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NAPLES, Fla., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amidst a global pandemic lockdowns and restrictions created a demand for consumers to pursue alternative methods in their search for travel whether they seek to reach family, less restricted areas or just plain ole fun. In Prior years Private jet travel used to be restricted to the uber-rich however in recent years the industry has seen changes such as hourly rate jet memberships, fractional ownership, and per seat bookings….
NAPLES, Fla., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Amidst a global pandemic lockdowns and restrictions created a demand for consumers to pursue alternative methods in their search for travel whether they seek to reach family, less restricted areas or just plain ole fun. In Prior years Private jet travel used to be restricted to the uber-rich however in recent years the industry has seen changes such as hourly rate jet memberships, fractional ownership, and per seat bookings. There are over 4,000 private jet terminals sprawling across the US, make it ideal for those traveling to those hard to reach locations especially with airlines cutting routes.
In today’s world, discretionary spending is down, the average savings account has increased by 10%, the CARES Act lifted the Federal Excise Tax reducing the cost of private travel by 7.5%, making booking a jet more affordable or attractive compared to a cramped commercial aircraft. There are 134,071 people that «like» the Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation on Facebook while only 27,380 people «like» the Transportation Security Administration and if that tells you anything, it’s that people want to fly private and we’re entering an age where private travel is soaring and booking a private plane is almost as easy as booking an Uber.
Jet operators are looking for avenues to offset their owners’ monthly expenses, lower repositioning costs and reduce their number of empty legs, resulting in a rise in the accessibility of flying private. A handful of industry innovators can be credited with capitalizing on this industry wide shift, and one of the people leading the charge is Dimitri «Dean» Katamanin with his Naples-based company Jet Agency. Jet Agency is disrupting the private jet travel space by providing its customers access to its own proprietary technology (known as Jet Genius) to allow for streamline bookings, better flight management and logistics operations, as well as an easier and more user friendly customer experience.
While many business leaders struggle to revive their careers at the beginning of 2021, Dean Katamanin finds himself positioned for more success than ever before. His MBA background and extensive industry knowledge have allowed him to focus on the tech side of private travel and enhance the customer experience by leaps and bounds. In a time when legacy travel companies are relying on dated scheduling and pricing systems, Dimitri is making things easier, more efficient, and more cost-effective for this expanding base of new customers.
Dean became fascinated with private aircrafts at a young age when traveling with his family and their friends on Frank Sinatra’s G2SP, taking in the landing through the flight attendants jump seat, instantly, he was hooked. Upon graduating from undergrad at Northwestern University, his passion was calling where he joined Jet Flite International, an operator of private aircraft, and was quickly promoted to Vice President.
To capitalize on the influences of the entertainment industry and their private lives, Dean’s career took flight upon hanging his wings as a partner at Jet79 where he teamed up with film studios, concert promoters, and sports teams which lead to an elite clientele of movie stars, musicians, and athletes as well as many high net worth individuals, through his ability to create superlative experiences via his personalized touches and first rate service.
Dean’s involvement in every facet of the jet business including owner, operator and broker allowed him to see the lack of synergies in the industry, where operators don’t cater to clients’ needs and clients can’t handle a fleet. Recognizing enhancements to technology and the role it plays in disrupting archaic industry, along with the flourishing demand in private travel, Dean’s career is soaring to new heights in his current position as the Managing Partner of Jet Agency. Jet Agency is transforming the private aviation industry with their proprietary technology by offering streamlined quoting and lower pricing through operational efficiencies. Not only will Jet Agency revolutionize the way private aviation is consumed today, but it will also make it more accessible with less hassle.
As a practicing yogi, Dean is a firm believer in one’s energy, and improving that of those around him through volunteering and financial contributions in memory of lost loved ones. Dean’s admiration towards his family and Russian heritage is what he credits as the nurturer of the positive outlook he shares, and his experiences with his family is the tenant that makes him who he is today. His optimism and resilience have served him well throughout 2020, making the best of these circumstances for his company and career.
Dimitri Katamanin received his Master of Business Administration in Advertising from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Studies from Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois.
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FRANKLIN SQUARE, N.Y., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Texpak offers three different types of Avery Dennison‘s Ecotach™ fasteners that help brands and retailers achieve their sustainability goals. The choices range from biodegradable fasteners to recycled fasteners. All have been tested by independent 3rd party companies to validate Texpak’s commitment to sustainability and so that you can select the right fastener for your sustainability…
FRANKLIN SQUARE, N.Y., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Texpak offers three different types of Avery Dennison‘s Ecotach™ fasteners that help brands and retailers achieve their sustainability goals. The choices range from biodegradable fasteners to recycled fasteners. All have been tested by independent 3rd party companies to validate Texpak’s commitment to sustainability and so that you can select the right fastener for your sustainability journey.
Biodegradable (bio-PP) Fasteners
The bio-PP Fastener is made of a proprietary blend of polypropylene material specifically designed to biodegrade in less than a year once it is on soil, without leaving behind any harmful substances. The technology used results in no microplastics so that when a fastener degrades all that is left is carbon dioxide, water and microbes (biomass).
Recycled (rPET) Fasteners
These fasteners are made of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) and carry a «Recycled» logo molded into the paddle. Recycled (rPET) Fasteners contain at least 90% post-consumer waste (PCW) plastic from recycled bottles (rPET).The environmental benefits created by using these fasteners are substantial.
Recycled (rPA) Fasteners
These fasteners are made of recycled polyamide (rPA). The environmental benefit created by using at least 74% «post-consumer» waste from recycled carpets is significant.
Learn more: https://www.texpak.com/fasteners-and-fastening-tools/ecotach-fasteners/
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NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — <a target="_blank"…
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — SurvivorNet, the nation’s leading media company for cancer information, is announcing a collaboration with NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center for «Close the Gap,» an essential new media vertical on SurvivorNet.com devoted exclusively to telling patient stories, providing expert medical counsel, and delivering vetted health information as it relates to the huge disparities that exist for racial minorities in healthcare, particularly when it comes to cancer.
«Poverty, a lack of access to health care services and insurance, and other disparities have led to one of the most glaring examples of inequality in the nation; Black men and women are more likely to die from cancers than white men and women with the same illnesses,» said Steve Alperin, co-founder and CEO of SurvivorNet. «Close the Gap is SurvivorNet’s effort to educate, increase awareness and eliminate disparities in cancer outcomes, and we’re grateful to be partnering with the experts at Perlmutter Cancer Center to bolster this effort.»
While addressing racial disparities in cancer care has been part of SurvivorNet’s mission since its inception, the Close the Gap vertical will now serve as a hub of education and awareness within the patient-focused media company, specifically catering to news and human stories as they relate to this topic.
Within this vertical, SurvivorNet will continue to provide expert videos from the nation’s leading oncologists and real stories from real patients who’ve experienced firsthand racial inequities in healthcare. In addition, it lays out hard facts and statistics, including:
- A Black woman who gets breast cancer in America has a 39% higher chance of dying than a white woman.
- African-American men with prostate cancer are almost twice as likely to die as white men with the same disease.
- Hispanics and Latinos have the highest rates of liver, stomach, and cervical cancers, and they’re more likely to be diagnosed at a late stage when cancer is less curable.
- Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are twice as likely to die from liver and stomach cancers as white Americans.
«Education and awareness are among the most effective ways to move the needle,» Alperin said of SurvivorNet’s Close the Gap efforts. «We need to come together to discuss the critical blockers that prevent people in minority populations from accessing cancer care, engaging in basic preventive behaviors, and taking part in clinical trials.»
A longtime SurvivorNet partner, NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center agrees with this philosophy, and brings renowned medical experts to the table for the initiative, including Benjamin Neel, MD, PhD, director of Perlmutter Cancer Center.
«Our mission is to bring visionary thinking and compassionate care to the science of treating cancer,» Dr. Neel said. «That is why Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU Langone Health is pleased to partner with SurvivorNet on the health equity initiative Close the Gap. As partners, we will collaborate with SurvivorNet, as well as other health and community groups, to provide expert advice and new information to achieve meaningful reductions in the racial and ethnic inequities that exist in healthcare and beyond. We aim to provide all people with the best cancer care and support possible.»
Dr. Neel and Perlmutter Cancer Center, an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, bring additional, established insight to Close the Gap, having already activated the program Stamp Out Cancer Brooklyn, a related initiative that involves the center’s health professionals providing community-centered, evidence-based solutions to reduce the overall burden of cancer specifically Brooklyn’s low-income communities and communities of color.
The same enthusiasm will be applied to Close the Gap, leaving Alperin optimistic about the future of this joint effort.
«By working together and collaborating with partners like NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, we at SurvivorNet believe we can move things forward in a really profound way,» Alperin said. «We are hopeful that we will close the gap, and help create a future that’s free from healthcare inequality.»
About SurvivorNet:
SurvivorNet is the country’s leading media company for cancer information. The company has democratized access to the world’s leading cancer experts, helping millions of Americans make better decisions about their care. SurvivorNet’s resources are built in collaboration with leading cancer centers, including The National Cancer Institute, Cedars Sinai, Stanford, and The Dana-Farber Cancer Center. The company’s daily news operation is syndicated widely and serves as an important source of information for millions of Americans every month. SurvivorNet was founded by Steve Alperin and Tim Langloss.
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ATLANTA, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) today presented Georgia Power with the association’s «Emergency Recovery Award» for its power restoration efforts after Hurricane Zeta, and the «Emergency Assistance Award» for help provided to out-of-state utilities following Hurricane Isaias.
ATLANTA, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) today presented Georgia Power with the association’s «Emergency Recovery Award» for its power restoration efforts after Hurricane Zeta, and the «Emergency Assistance Award» for help provided to out-of-state utilities following Hurricane Isaias.
These awards are given to select EEI member companies to recognize their efforts to restore power to customers after service disruptions caused by severe weather conditions or other natural events. The winners are chosen by a panel of judges following an international nomination process. Georgia Power received the award during EEI’s Winter Board and Chief Executives Meeting.
«It is always an honor to be recognized by EEI for our storm response efforts, but this year it means a little more because our team had the unprecedented task of not only responding to a historic hurricane season, but responding during a pandemic,» said Chris Womack, president of Georgia Power. «It is truly a testament to the unwavering commitment of our team to restore power as safely and quickly as possible for our customers and our neighbors when a storm hits.»
Georgia Power has earned the Emergency Recovery Award nine times, including as recently as 2020. This is the sixth time Georgia Power has earned the Emergency Assistance Award.
Damage from Hurricane Zeta was widespread and covered the northern half of the state and was similar to the damage seen after Hurricane Michael in 2018. As Hurricane Zeta crossed through the state, Georgia Power’s service territory experienced wind gusts of up to 75 mph for more than two hours, along with sustained winds of 25-40 mph for more than five hours straight. Zeta’s impacts were severe and were exacerbated when a strong cold front with gusty winds quickly followed behind the storm, less than 12 hours later.
Georgia Power estimates that damage from Hurricane Zeta included:
- Approximately 700 broken or damaged power poles
- Nearly 200 miles of downed wire
- More than 250 damaged transformers
- Approximately 822,000 sustained outages at response peak
Georgia Power also received the Emergency Assistance Award for help provided to First Energy following Hurricane Isaias, a destructive Category 1 hurricane that caused extensive damage across the Caribbean and the East Coast of the United States. The storm spawned a large tornado outbreak that generated the strongest tropical cyclone-spawned tornado since Hurricane Rita in 2005. More than 150 Georgia Power personnel and contractors assisted First Energy for 5 days.
«I congratulate and applaud Georgia Power for demonstrating continued commitment to the customers and to the communities it serves,» said EEI President Tom Kuhn. «In the midst of a global pandemic and often in the most hazardous of conditions, Georgia Power and its frontline employees worked around-the-clock to restore service safely and quickly. Georgia Power is exceptionally deserving of this prestigious award.»
The company coordinates with other utilities through the mutual assistance network. The network consists of hundreds of utilities from around the country. As part of this partnership, Georgia Power is able to respond and offer assistance, providing reinforcements when needed to restore power quickly for other utilities. The company is also able to request additional resources to help restore power to Georgia Power customers following a major storm.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America’s premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company’s promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia’s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
The Edison Electric Institute (EEI)
EEI is the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 220 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.
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