<![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://news.klm.com/ en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:51:09 +0200 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 18:30:03 +0200 <![CDATA[KLM Newsroom]]> https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg https://news.klm.com/ 144 Cabin crew unions FNV and VNC announce work stoppage https://news.klm.com/cabin-crew-unions-fnv-and-vnc-announce-work-stoppage/ https://news.klm.com/cabin-crew-unions-fnv-and-vnc-announce-work-stoppage/153550FNV Cabin Crew and VNC have notified KLM that they have called on cabin crew to observe a work stoppage of 10 minutes directly after the cabin crew briefing. This industrial action will take place on Thursday 27 October and Friday 28 October from 05:00 to 23:00 hours. The stoppage could be observed on all flights departing from Amsterdam.

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FNV Cabin Crew and VNC are conducting industrial action again against the introduction of a productivity measure effective 30 October. This measure means that KLM has had to reach a decision to assign one cabin attendant less in Economy Class on its Boeing 777-200, Airbus 330-300 and Boeing 787 aircraft. This will affect approximately 40% of the airline’s long-haul flights. This solution will have the least impact on the client and will largely produce the necessary productivity gain of 4%.

KLM emphasises that it became necessary to introduce this measure because it has not been possible to enter into consultations with the cabin crew unions about KLM’s vision of the future and the necessary productivity measures. KLM has no choice but to introduce this measure in the interests of its continuity and healthy growth.

KLM finds it regrettable that FNV Cabin Crew has chosen this course of action and remains open to consultation to resolve the issues at hand.

 

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2016 18:30:03 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/500_737-8.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/uploads/162/737-8.jpg?10000 KLM Invests in Customers and Crew with iPad https://news.klm.com/klm-investeert-met-ipad-in-klant-en-crew-en/ https://news.klm.com/klm-investeert-met-ipad-in-klant-en-crew-en/12359KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will today begin issuing iPads to around 5,000 pilots, seniors pursers and pursers. The tablet computer will support our flight personnel’s activities on board. A pilot project launched in late 2011 revealed that this new technology further improves customer service.

]]>About KLM
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines was founded in 1919, making it the world’s oldest airline still operating under its original name. In 2004, Air France and KLM merged to form AIR FRANCE KLM. The merger produced the strongest European airline group based on two powerful brands and hubs – Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and Paris Charles de Gaulle. Retaining its own identity, the group focuses on three core businesses: passenger transport, cargo and aircraft maintenance.

In the Netherlands, KLM comprises the core of the KLM Group, which further includes KLM Cityhopper, transavia.com and Martinair. KLM serves all its destinations using a modern fleet and employs over 33,000 people around the world. KLM is a leader in the airline industry, offering reliable operations and customer-oriented products resulting from its policy of enthusiasm and sustainable innovation.

KLM is a member of the global SkyTeam airline alliance, offering customers an extensive worldwide network. The KLM network connects the Netherlands to every important economic region in the world and, as such, serves as a powerful driver for the economy.

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]]>The pilot project saw around 100 cockpit and cabin crew using the iPad on board. Evaluation revealed that cabin crew using the iPad could respond more quickly and effectively to the personal wishes of passengers. For pilots, the iPad is an extra aid in ensuring smooth flight operations. Decisions can, for instance, be made more quickly because flight plans can be shared earlier. The full rollout of the iPads will take several months. By autumn of this year, all pilots, (senior) pursers and senior cabin attendants of KLC will be equipped with an iPad.

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We also feel it is our responsibility to keep innovating in the area of sustainability. Ultimately, when the iPad replaces all the documentation that crew bring along on board, this will reduce weight and therefore fuel consumption”.]]> Mon, 24 Jun 2013 14:00:00 +0200 https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg?10000 https://content.presspage.com/clients/150_162.jpg?10000