The latest tech news in the travel industry
Cathay has unveiled Cathay Technologies, a new subsidiary dedicated to delivering its cutting-edge digital solutions to the wider aviation industry. With nearly 80 years of aviation expertise, Cathay has developed a suite of in-house digital products that improve customer […]
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At this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, Airbus announced a groundbreaking agreement with Amazon’s Project Kuiper to bring high-speed satellite-based inflight connectivity (IFC) to commercial aircraft. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims
United today announced the FAA has approved its first Starlink-equipped aircraft type and that the first commercial flight is planned for May, less than eight months after the deal was first announced. The FAA issued a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for
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Shares of airline holding company IAG and technology solutions firm Amadeus fell by 5% on Tuesday. The downward trend was triggered by the plunge of Delta Air Lines’ stock, which dropped as much as 11% on the New York
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IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST) has partnered with Qualcomm Technologies to introduce the world’s first integrated and reprogrammable iSIM powered by the Qualcomm® E41 4G Modem-RF. This innovation aligns with the new GSMA IoT specification, enabling secure, scalable, and cost-effective
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Travelport and Costco Travel have entered into a long-term technology agreement to enhance the travel shopping experience for Costco members. This partnership will provide Costco Travel with access to Travelport’s multi-source content and intelligent search capabilities, allowing members to
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Preferred Hotels & Resorts announced the launch of its new Travel Advisor Portal, a cutting-edge platform designed to empower travel professionals with a comprehensive suite of tools and resources. With its user-friendly interface and advanced features, the portal offers
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Turkish Airlines has taken a major step toward improving operational efficiency by adopting CAE’s next-generation Crew Management product and the Unified Task Board. The airline, a longtime user of CAE’s Flight Plan Management system, is expanding its partnership with
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Lufthansa Group airlines have introduced a groundbreaking digital enhancement that could redefine baggage tracking for travelers. Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings have integrated Apple AirTag tracking into their baggage tracing system, offering passengers an extra layer
Say Goodbye to Lost Luggage—Lufthansa’s New Feature Is Here Read More »
SAS is introducing a totally new in-flight connectivity with the introduction of free, high-speed Wi-Fi. Engineered by SpaceX, Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit that will provide SAS passengers in all
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Airbnb will once again implement advanced technology to prevent unauthorized parties during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The platform announced on Monday that it will block certain reservations and require customers to acknowledge the party ban, aiming to promote positive
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Turkish Airlines has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Apple to introduce a baggage tracking system that aims to minimize lost luggage incidents and enhance the travel experience. This innovative initiative is expected to significantly improve operational efficiency while addressing
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United Airlines today announces the integration of Apple’s new Share Item Location feature for AirTag into its mobile app, a move that’s expected to drive a much-improved customer service experience for the fewer than 1% of customers whose bags
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Turkish Airlines is redefining in-flight entertainment with the addition of Bollywood films to its award-winning ‘Planet’ entertainment system. This initiative promises to transform the travel experience, bringing the magic of Indian cinema to passengers cruising at 35,000 feet. Bollywood
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Thailand’s Airports Authority (AoT) is set to introduce biometric identification technology at six of the kingdom’s busiest airports, enhancing the travel experience with facial recognition systems starting November 1, 2024, for domestic passengers and December 1 for international travelers.
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