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United Airlines has launched a new feature to provide real-time information to travelers during weather delays. The airline now texts customers links to live radar maps, helping them understand how inclement weather can affect flights. This service is part of United's efforts to enhance customer communication using generative AI tools for real-time updates on flight changes, including gate alterations and crew rescheduling. The innovation comes as United anticipates its busiest Fourth of July weekend, with over five million passengers flying between June 28 and July 8, a 7% increase from last year. The airline emphasizes transparency and has pioneered several customer-friendly policies, including automatic rebooking assistance, real-time flight updates, free family seating, and no change fees. United remains the only U.S. airline offering these specific services.

United Airlines (UAL) has announced a conference call to discuss its second-quarter 2024 financial results on July 18 at 9:30 a.m. CT/10:30 a.m. ET. The financial results and future outlook will be released on July 17, after market close. The webcast for the conference call will be available at ir.united.com.

United Airlines collaborated with the Chicago Bears at O'Hare International Airport to support Special Olympics. Bears Tight End Cole Kmet joined Special Olympics Service Ambassadors, part of a 2019 initiative that employs Special Olympics athletes at airports. Currently, there are 18 SOSA workers in United hubs, with plans to expand in Los Angeles and San Francisco. United has donated over $8.5 million in travel miles and cash since 2017, supporting events like Capitol Hill Day. This summer, United expects a 5% increase in customers. The company has also implemented accessibility improvements, like adding Braille to aircraft and enhancing its mobile app for visual disabilities.

United Airlines announced the addition of nearly 200 flights to facilitate travel to the Republican and Democratic National Conventions this summer.

For the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee in July, United will increase its capacity by 75%, adding 72 flights from major hubs and introducing a new nonstop flight from Washington Reagan. This effort will allow nearly 5,000 additional attendees.

For the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in August, United will add 118 flights, making it the largest schedule from Chicago O'Hare since 2019. This includes 38 additional flights between Chicago and Washington Reagan, all operated by Boeing 737 MAX 8, and 80 flights to other major cities.

Tickets are available on United's app and website.

United Airlines has launched Kinective Media, the airline industry's first media network that utilizes travel behavior insights to deliver personalized advertising and experiences. This new platform allows marketers to reach targeted audience segments through United's mobile app and inflight entertainment screens. United has partnered with several global brands and agencies, including Norwegian Cruise Line, Macy's, and Chase United Co-Brand Credit Cards. The formal commercial launch is planned for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. The platform aims to enhance customer loyalty by providing highly relevant, real-time offers without sharing personally identifiable information. Customers can opt out of targeted ads at any time.

United Airlines (UAL) will present at Bernstein's 40th Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 29, 2024, starting at 11:00 a.m. ET.

The live webcast will be accessible via the investor relations section on United's website (ir.united.com). The audio webcast will be archived within 24 hours and available for a time.

United Airlines has launched -edition Wrexham AFC amenity kits and pajamas to celebrate the football team's promotion to League One and the popularity of the show 'FX's Welcome to Wrexham.' Starting June 1, these items will be available to premium cabin passengers on select long-haul international flights. The kits include travel essentials like an eye mask, toothbrush, toothpaste, and exclusive Therabody products. United Polaris customers on flights over 14 hours will also receive pajamas designed to resemble the team's uniforms. This launch is part of United's broader sponsorship of Wrexham AFC, which includes the airline's name and logo on the team's jerseys and sponsorship of the club's North American summer tour.

Freightos (NASDAQ: CRGO) has expanded its collaboration with United Cargo (NASDAQ: UAL) by integrating United Cargo's services into the WebCargo digital booking platform. This partnership enables United Cargo to offer an additional online booking option, complementing its existing website capabilities. Initially available in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and the UK, the service is set to expand to U.S. and Canadian customers later in May. United Cargo President Jan Krems emphasized the importance of this advancement in enhancing customer experience. Freightos' Chief Revenue Officer, Manuel Galindo, highlighted the growing trend of eBookings in Europe and the Americas and expressed enthusiasm for the partnership's role in United Cargo's digital transformation.

United Airlines has launched a new onboard safety video titled 'Safety in Motion,' featuring over a dozen United employees demonstrating critical safety procedures. The video was filmed inside a life-sized, airplane-inspired sequential reaction machine, aimed at engaging even frequent travelers. Development began in June 2023, and the video will start appearing on select aircraft from May 25, 2024, with a full rollout over the summer. The FAA approved the video in March 2024 after a rigorous review process. The video includes 171 customized versions to suit different aircraft types, seat configurations, and languages. United's investment in safety training includes a new 150,000-square-foot building at its Flight Training Center in Denver, additional facilities in Houston, and ongoing rigorous training for pilots and crew.