Industry Awards
ATIA: Nominations for National Travel Industry Awards Closing Soon
The deadline for the nominations for the National Travel Industry Awards has been set, with ATIA executives anticipating a notable awards season.
Airports
Plaza Premium Lounge Achieves Ninth Successive Victory at Skytrax World Airline Awards
Plaza Premium Lounge has secured the title of 'World’s Best Independent Airport Lounge' for the ninth consecutive year at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025.
Associations
Sanford Travel Joins CT Partners Network
CT Partners has added Sanford Travel to its membership, increasing its total to 33 members.
Australia
Geoff McGeary, a Prominent Figure in Australian Travel, Passes Away
The influential figure in the Australian travel sector, Geoff McGeary, has passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family.
Asia
ITB China Opens Its Doors for the Sixth Time
The sixth edition of ITB China kicks off, focusing on new directions in tourism amidst evolving industry challenges.
Global
Collaboration Between Bakuun and HBX Group Enhances Hotel Connectivity
Bakuun and HBX Group have partnered to streamline hotel connections and expand accommodation options across major markets.
Business
Advantage Travel Partnership Unveils A Dynamic New Brand Identity
Advantage Travel Partnership reveals its rebranding efforts aimed at enhancing customer experience and reflecting its growth in the travel industry.
Associations
ATIA Showcases Contribution of Travel Professionals on Global Travel Advisor Day
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) plans to highlight the vital role of accredited travel businesses and their outstanding employees in conjunction with Global Travel Advisor Day.
Aviation
Malaysia Airlines Expands Global Reach Through Strategic Partnerships
Malaysia Airlines enhances its global market presence by signing three crucial Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with prominent partners.
Appointments
Serene Woon Named Area Director for India, Middle East & South Asia by Singapore Tourism Board
The Singapore Tourism Board has appointed Serene Woon as Area Director for crucial markets including India and the Middle East.
Luxury Travel
Virtuoso Reveals Executive Leadership Adjustments
Updates in the leadership structure of Virtuoso aim to enhance their luxury travel services amid growth.
Business
Projected Growth of Business Travel Spending in the Middle East: A 6.1% CAGR for 2025
The Middle East's business travel spending is set to grow significantly, showcasing the region's recovery and strategic importance in the global travel market.
Asia
Traveller Made Expands Luxury Travel Events Across Three Continents
Traveller Made sets off for a global expansion of its Essence of Luxury events, with upcoming gatherings scheduled in Panama and Sardinia following a successful event in Phuket.
Business
Significant Decline in Business Travel Expected in 2025 Due to US Government Policies: GBTA
A new poll reveals that business travel volume and revenue is anticipated to drop sharply in 2025 amid increasing restrictions and tariffs from the US government.
Finance
Launch of HBX Group eWallet for the Travel Industry
HBX Group and FinPay have unveiled an innovative B2B payment platform tailored for the travel sector, featuring advanced functionalities such as integrated financing and transaction traceability.
Business
WTTC Teams Up with VFS Global for 'Together in Travel' Initiative for SMEs
The World Travel & Tourism Council has launched the 'Together in Travel' initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises in the travel industry with VFS Global as a foundational partner.
Finance
HBX Group Partners with FinPay to Launch Innovative eWallet Solution
HBX Group introduces its newly developed eWallet, created in collaboration with FinPay, aiming to streamline B2B transactions within the travel industry.
Airports
Changi Airport Awarded World's Best Airport 2025
For the 13th time, Singapore Changi Airport has been recognized as the world's best airport at the Skytrax World Airport Awards.
Industry Appointments
Jess Tansey Takes the Helm as New BDM for APT & Travelmarvel in the Midlands
APT & Travelmarvel has appointed Jess Tansey as their new Business Development Manager for the Midlands, aiming to enhance relationships with agent partners and expand their trade strategy.
Business
Cox & Kings Set to Expand Globally with Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group
Cox & Kings, the world’s oldest travel agency, is embarking on a significant global expansion under the guidance of Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group.
