本报（chinatimes.net.cn）记者王潇雨 北京报道 "作为连接中国市场和总部之间的发言人，我的一个重要任务是清晰向总部展示中国客户的动态和需 求，以及如何才能更好地帮助客户，"今年8月刚刚被任命为法航荷航集团大中国区新一任"掌门"的荷兰 人梵世杰(Steven van Wijk)于9月上旬接受《华夏时报》记者专访时，对于未来几年里如何使这家总部位 于欧洲，并且在全球具有重要影响力的航空企业能够继续在中国、中欧之间乃至中国与全球范围内的航 空运输交流继续保持影响力，并在包括市场以及航线网络等方面获得进一步的增长，已经开始有了清晰 的计划和构想，"对于全球不同的市场来说，法航荷航是个强大的航空集团，拥有两个强大的品牌，面 对不同地区客户的需求变化，相信可以通过通畅的沟通渠道获得信息并做出及时反馈。" 在进入航空业近二十年以来，除了在欧洲本土之外，梵世杰也像很多航空业管理人士一样有着"漂泊"的 历程，曾经先后被外派至包括非洲以及美洲等地区，从事的业务也从工程技术部门到网络规划、商务运 营等诸多领域。如今在竞争极为激烈的亚太地区执掌一方，除了可以预见的诸多挑战和困难之外，"飞 翔的荷兰人"同样也有更多的机 ...

Group 1 - The article discusses the shift from "stay-at-home" consumption to "going out" consumption, particularly in wealthy countries, with a notable recovery in service-related spending post-pandemic [1][2] - In the United States, healthcare spending has increased by 10% in real terms since 2023, while public transportation spending has surged by 21%, indicating a consumer shift towards enjoyment and experiences [1] - Major U.S. airlines have seen a 7% annual revenue growth from premium products like business class, contrasting with an overall revenue increase of only 1% [1] Group 2 - In Europe, there is a clear preference for "going out" related businesses, as evidenced by a 10% increase in restaurant seating in Germany compared to the previous year [2] - The trend of "solo travel" has gained popularity, with a reported 80% increase in searches for solo travel options on Airbnb this spring compared to last year [2] - More than 25% of Americans now report eating every meal alone, a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels, reflecting a broader acceptance of individual consumption choices [2]

Group 1 - Indigo Airlines, India's largest airline, aims to double its passenger volume to 200 million by around 2030, driven by the rapid growth of the Indian aviation market, which is the third largest globally after China and the US [1][2] - The airline's CEO, Peter Elbers, stated that despite the impact of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, demand for their services has not declined [1] - Indigo Airlines, established in 2006 as a low-cost carrier (LCC), has gained a reputation for quality service and has achieved rapid growth through large aircraft orders, holding over 60% market share in domestic routes [1] Group 2 - In 2024, Indigo Airlines is projected to carry 108 million passengers and plans to expand its international routes, focusing on Southeast Asia and the Middle East [1] - The airline is set to introduce business class on domestic routes in 2024 and on select international routes to Bangkok, Singapore, and Dubai next year [1] - Indigo Airlines has not joined any of the three major global airline alliances, maintaining an independent operational stance while having numerous partnerships [2] Group 3 - According to Cirium, Indigo Airlines ranked 15th globally in available seat kilometers (ASK) with 14.4 billion kilometers in March, surpassing All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines [2]