Business
Hawaiian Airlines Names New VP of Customer Service
In his role, Helfrick will be responsible for airport operations, which include passenger, ramp, and contract services businesses across Hawaiian’s network.
NHCH Seeks North Hawai’i HEPA Scholarship Applicants
Those interested in applying can obtain a scholarship application on the NHCH website. Applications and their associated forms should be postmarked by May 6.
Dods Named to Hu Honua Advisory Board Role
Duane Kurisu and Dennis Teranishi were named advisory board members earlier this month, while John Komeiji is serving on the board of directors, a role also named earlier in April.
HHSC East Hawai’i Regional Board to Host Annual Forum
The meeting, held at HMC’s Learning Center, will be open to the public.
Pacific Biodiesel Plant Receives SBA Certification
The company is the only commercial biofuel producer in Hawai’i and the certification has made it the only biodiesel operation of its kind to receive certification in the United States.
Hawaiian Airlines Applies for Expanded Service in Japan
The application was flied Thursday with the United States Department of Transportation.
Auto Body Hawai’i, Girl Scouts Hawai’i Team Up to Teach Vehicle Safety and Care
Auto Body Hawai’i teamed up with Girl Scouts of Hawai’i for the workshop, where girls learned from the company’s General Manager, Dale Matsumoto.
Hawaiian Airlines Earth Day Flight to Demonstrate Green Practices
The practices have been outlined by the Asia and Pacific Initiative to Reduce Emissions (ASPIRE) group, which is made up of aviation leaders who seek to advance environmental stewardship in the industry.
Fuel Prices on the Big Island Fluctuate This Week
The average cost for regular fuel in Hilo on Tuesday was $2.64, while regular fuel in Kailua-Kona averaged $2.87.
Hawai’i Chevron to be Acquired by One Rock Capital Partners
Chevron U.S.A. operations in Hawai’i will be acquired by Island Energy Services, LLC, a subsidiary of One Rock Capital Partners, LP.
Hawaiian Airlines Keeps ‘Most Punctual’ Status in February
Hawaiian Airlines also held the top rank for on-time arrivals in January with an on-time percentage of arrivals on schedule at 91.7 percent, and in December, on-time percentage of 93 percent.
Hu Honua Names Komeiji to Board of Directors
The company also named two new members of its advisory board.
ILWU, Kaiser Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Employees are expected to conduct a ratification vote beginning on April 18 and will conclude on April 21.
Island Air Plans Big Island Expansion
Island Air will use a check-in ticket counter in Terminal 1, and its arrivals and departures will be out of Gate 5 at Kona International Airport.
McDonald’s Hawai’i Awards $26K in Employee Tuition Assistance
Archways to Opportunity is a set of programs that have been developed to support McDonald’s employees throughout the United States in pursuing their educational goals.
Hawaiian Airlines Names New VP of Financial Planning and Analysis
In his new role, Noel Villamil will lead all aspects of strategic financial planning, forecasting, and projects. He will also oversee Hawaiian’s financial governance and capital budgeting process.
Hawai’i Employment Forecasted to Expand by 2.6 Percent
Growth will be led by the construction industry, according to the forecast, with a growth rate of 12.1 percent and the creation of 3,880 new jobs. Across all other industries, except natural resources and mining, growth is also anticipated.
Hawai’i Energy Offers Ratepayers Free Energy Saving Kits
Ratepayers can choose from one of the two free kits: the “Water and Energy Saver Kit” and the “Negawatt Kit.”
Hawai’i Ranked Second Highest Tax Burden in U.S.
Hawai’i was ranked with the second Overall Tax Burden at 11.86 percent and was number one when it came to Total Sales & Gross Receipts Tax Burden at 6.95 percent.
Kona Fuel Sees Moderate Average Increases After Stalling
Regular fuel averaged $2.62 in Hilo, while regular fuel in Kona averaged $2.85.
