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Papua New Guinea’s flag carrier Air Niugini as part of its re-fleeting exercise is progressing its review of available options to ensure the airline secures a competitive and sustainable solution for its PNG domestic and regional network.   The airline’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Bruce Alabaster said this when welcoming the team from Embraer who have flown in the latest E195 E2 regional jet into Port Moresby today for a demonstration flight.  Mr Alabaster said “With Air Niugini returning to normal operations after COVID and mindful of the need to future proof our operations, we’re looking at options to replace the present Fokker fleet”  “Air Niugini is looking to invest in replacement aircraft with latest state-of-the-art technology, enhanced fuel efficiency and additional safety features to serve our domestic and regional short haul markets and we’re happy to have Embraer back in Port Moresby to display their product.” Mr Alabaster said  The E195 E2 aircraft is a new technolog

Full details of revisions to the CLA Coupe and Shooting Brake variants have been detailed by Mercedes-Benz, writes Brian Byrne. The exterior changes include modifications to the front apron and radiator grille, and to the rear diffuser. There are also changed graphics in the LED headlamps, now standard across the range. New paint colours and wheel designs have also been introduced. Inside the MBUX infotainment system has 7-inch and 10.25-inch screens as standard, with the option of two 10.25-inch available. There are new trim elements, and seats in part-leather and 100pc recycled fabric are also standard. All petrol engines are electrified, power outputs between 136hp-224hp, with mild-hybrid and PHEV options, the latter with faster charging and more powerful electric motors. Rated electric range is between 68-82km. There are diesels with outputs from 116hp-190hp. Mercedes-AMG variants have their own revisions, including engines up to 421hp.